# Cryptic Escape > Medieval escape room puzzle adventure game with item discovery and hints. (iPhone/iPad app by Jacob Medina.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-escape/id905106032 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Jacob Medina](https://appshunter.io/developer/445291849) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle - Price: $0.99 - Rating: 4.20/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 6.0 · 79 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2014-08-13 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-escape/id905106032/reviews.md ## What is Cryptic Escape? You are a prisoner in Rosemire Castle. The residents of Rosemire have fled from Asmordos, a ruthless warlord who seeks the hidden chamber of Malvadius. Legend has it that the chamber contains the powerful magic of the Archmage Malvadius. Escape the dungeon and find the chamber before Asmordos reaches the castle grounds. Use your wits to solve the many challenging puzzles encountered throughout your adventure. Travel through the darkest depths of a medieval dungeon and explore the rooms and passages of Rosemire Castle. Discover and use over 70 different unique items to help locate the hidden chamber of Malvadius! During your escape you can use the in-game map to see your location within the game. If you get stuck on a puzzle you can use the in-game hints to help you progress further. The in-game journal will record the clues you find throughout the game. Features: • Classic point and click style gameplay. • Escape the darkest depths of a medieval dungeon. • In-depth story driven medieval adventure. • Over 70 unique items to discover and use. • Unique and challenging puzzles. • In-game hint system so you don't get stuck. • In-game journal records your discoveries. • In-game map shows your location. • Color-blind friendly puzzles. • Auto save position. • Universal app ## Key features - Point and click gameplay - Medieval dungeon escape - Story-driven adventure - Over 70 unique items - Challenging puzzles - In-game hint system - In-game journal and map ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-escape/id905106032/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Found my escape *2019-04-14, version 1.2* This game was surprisingly fun. Though I thoroughly enjoyed an earlier game, Cryptic Labyrinth, with its somewhat simpler but still worthwhile puzzles, this installment, as many other reviews noted, was much more involved and fairly difficult. There were a few times when the use of items didn’t seem particularly intuitive, but most were pretty logical. It’s the puzzles themselves, though, that really set this game apart. Some of them were truly unique from the other escapers I’ve played, which I really appreciate from this dev. At least two or three of them seemed rather obscure at first, but ultimately required several levels of extrapolation and somewhat intense study of cause and effect to produce what turned out to be, for me, amazingly satisfying solutions. Additionally, the music was nice, the story was pretty good, and the graphics were spot-on. I was actually a little sad when I finished, but I just downloaded another of their games, so I’m hoping the same quality carries through into that one as well. ### 4/5 — This is a good one *2019-02-08, version 1.2* challenging puzzles that are different than most other games. This kept me going for a while not a quick game. ### 5/5 — AWESOME!! *2018-08-27, version 1.2* I love this escape game!! My favorite is they divert you to YouTube for hints beyond what the game gives vs making you pay! GRAPHICS ARE AWESOME. PUZZLES ARE CHALLENGING. AND STORY LINE IS EVEN GOOD! DOWNLOAD NOW AND GET TO PLAYING!!! ### 1/5 — Not even worth 99 cents *2016-03-25, version 1.2* There's no way to reset an individual puzzle, you've got to reset the whole thing from the start. Very badly designed. ### 5/5 — A Challenging Masterpiece *2016-01-21, version 1.2* This developer has always produced great games. This one is near the best of his games. A lot of puzzles are difficult and I personally go to sleep on a tough puzzle and give it a shot the next day (I will not use a hint and wish I could opt to get rid of the hint button to avoid accidentally pressing it). Usually a lightbulb comes at some point and soon enough I figure it out. But these puzzles are very clever and smart and really rack your brain. There is a logic to each puzzle though, they are not totally arbitrary. I read one review about someone liking the game until one puzzle which he said was too "tedious". It was only tedious because he hadnt figured it out. Once u figure out the mechanics its not hard or tedious whatsoever. Anyway this game is a great point and click adventure with truly original puzzles. I highly recommend it! ### 4/5 — To many door puzzles *2015-07-10, version 1.2* That have no logic. I enjoyed the game but the door puzzles were really hard after scene 6. Items collected didn't always seem to be reverent to any particular puzzle. So I did buy another game and hope it is a little better. I like the point and click games, graphics are awesome. ### 5/5 — Great! *2015-06-25, version 1.2* Some tricky puzzles but very enjoyable. ### 5/5 — Well Done *2015-03-21, version 1.1* Better than any Big Fish games by far. Excellent puzzles. Good story. ### 5/5 — Cryptic escape *2014-12-31, version 1.1* Love all of these games..I am also a big fan of The Room and Forever Lost..the Cryptic games are awesome..the puzzles get harder as you get closer to the end. No crashes, great graphics, hints and link to Youtube for help..love it !!!! ### 4/5 — Great game as always *2014-11-11, version 1.1* Always a good time with 3D. Only one problem I found with this one....the ending. I wish it was more challenging. No spoilers, just not much to it for the last obstacle. ## Frequently asked questions about Cryptic Escape ### What is Cryptic Escape? Cryptic Escape is a classic point-and-click puzzle adventure game set in a medieval castle. Players must solve puzzles and discover items to escape a dungeon and find a hidden chamber. ### How much does Cryptic Escape cost? Cryptic Escape is a paid app, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants you full access to the game. ### What devices is Cryptic Escape available on? Cryptic Escape is a universal app, meaning it is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### Does Cryptic Escape have ads? Based on the provided information, Cryptic Escape does not appear to have advertisements. It is a paid application. ### Can I play Cryptic Escape offline? The description does not explicitly state offline play capabilities, but typical point-and-click adventure games do not require an internet connection to play. ### Are there hints available in Cryptic Escape if I get stuck? Yes, Cryptic Escape features an in-game hint system designed to help players progress through challenging puzzles without getting stuck. ### How often is Cryptic Escape updated? The app was last updated on May 12, 2015, with version 1.2. This indicates infrequent updates in recent years. ### What is the age rating for Cryptic Escape? Cryptic Escape has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and above. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 1.2 — 2015-05-12 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. *Updated more games section *Added skip feature to puzzles in rooms 4 and 5 ### 1.1 — 2014-08-18 *bug fix *added feature to skip difficult puzzles ### 1.0 — 2014-08-13 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Cryptic Escape | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [DORADO - Escape Room Adventure](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dorado-escape-room-adventure/id1583043941) | 3.6 (5) | $3.99 | Games | | [Escape the House of Hell](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/escape-the-house-of-hell/id1540950274) | 3.8 (5) | $1.99 | Games | | [Kosmonavtes: Academy Escape](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kosmonavtes-academy-escape/id1483071362) | 3.9 (14) | $2.99 | Games | | [Panmorphia: Awakened](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panmorphia-awakened/id1611163595) | 4.8 (42) | $3.99 | Games | | [Yestertide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yestertide/id1576115265) | 4.6 (72) | $5.99 | Games | | [Misty Peak - Zara Is Missing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/misty-peak-zara-is-missing/id1446796546) | 3.5 (23) | $0.99 | Games | ## More apps by Jacob Medina - [Cryptic Keep](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-keep/id445291846) - [Cryptic Caverns](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-caverns/id493606993) - [Cryptic Caverns for iPad](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-caverns-for-ipad/id538449554) - [Cryptic Kingdoms](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-kingdoms/id560258716) - [Cryptic Kingdoms for iPad](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-kingdoms-for-ipad/id560271423) - [Cryptic Cosmos](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cryptic-cosmos/id673049405) All apps by Jacob Medina: https://appshunter.io/developer/445291849 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*