# Hydropuzzle — Solve the mystery

> Surreal text puzzle adventure with a superhero parody narrative. (iPhone/iPad app by Przemyslaw Sobstel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydropuzzle/id1294812505 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Przemyslaw Sobstel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1294812504)
- Category: Games, Books, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 240 App Store ratings · 54 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 56 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-11-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydropuzzle/id1294812505/reviews.md

## What is Hydropuzzle?

Hydropuzzle is a surreal superhero parody shaped into a short text puzzle adventure. However, you don't outrun express trains, and you don’t fly through the skies. You rather use your brain and your smartphone to hack through the story.

A summer heat wave, a whole city mysteriously running out of water, an enigmatic professor, an evil doctor, a brave king from some desert nation, a drunk gateman, radioactive fish, a cyber-crocodile... and YOU - tech-savvy superhero with your brain as your primary weapon. How do all these things connect? Where has all the water gone?

#challenging #fun #indie #odd #short #stylish #surreal #unique

WARNING! It may stimulate your brain and test your intelligence!

* 7 chapters, 1-3 hours of gameplay
* No ads or in-app purchases
* Works offline, no internet connection required
* Playable on a crowded bus without headphones
* Optimized for all iPhones and iPads.

"I've never seen a game like this before. It is short and very challenging. But was really fun to play and had a clever story." (Fishbowl z)

"I absolutely loved the style/feel of this game. The story development and the imagery were fantastic." (devxm)

"Most enjoyable challenging puzzle in a long time!" (Katily =^•^=)

"Stylish." (絲隹)

Hope you'll have at least as much fun playing it as I had making it. Enjoy!

This game is a tribute to Andrzej Kondratiuk's Hydrozagadka.

## Key features

- Text puzzle adventure
- Surreal superhero parody
- Brain-hacking narrative
- Offline gameplay
- 7 chapters of gameplay
- Stylish visuals

## Recent user reviews (10 of 54)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydropuzzle/id1294812505/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good game

*2025-05-03*

It was very tricky but I loved how thought provoking the puzzles were! I wish it was longer. I love the concept and would love more or a part 2!

### 3/5 — A bit different

*2024-09-21, version 2.5*

As puzzle games go this one is a bit different to anything I’ve played before.
Sometimes it feels like you haven’t gotten enough information to solve the puzzle, but obviously you have and you’ve just missed the clues.
Not the longest of games but enjoyably enough.

### 5/5 — Interesting

*2023-12-03*

Cool text based game with heavy riddles.

### 5/5 — Surprising game!

*2022-04-21, version 2.5*

I must have searched a lot but I had fun. I hope a new game will come soon!

### 1/5 — Boring

*2022-01-12, version 2.5*

Boring story and the puzzles made no sense.

### 5/5 — A jaw-dropping good time

*2021-06-21*

This game is SO GOOD! Literally the only thing I want is a lengthier game. I hope voltpuzzle pulls through as well as this masterpiece!

### 5/5 — Interestingly difficult

*2021-04-30, version 2.5*

What a great game the graphics are solid & the puzzles are difficult in an entertaining way. When you get through a level you feel you’ve achieved something. Can’t believe it was free

### 4/5 — Καλό αλλά σύντομο

*2020-12-28, version 2.4*

Οι γρίφοι είναι σχετικά απλοί. Υπάρχουν hints εντός της αφήγησης, αλλά όχι τρέλα πράγματα. Θα ήθελα οι γρίφοι και η διάρκεια να είναι περισσότεροι.

### 2/5 — Υπερβολικά δύσκολο

*2020-12-05, version 2.4*

Τόσο δύσκολο, που έχασα το ενδιαφέρον μου αρκετά γρήγορα. Για κάποια στάδια χρειάζονται αρκετά προχωρημένες μαθηματικές γνώσεις. Έχει πρωτότυπη παρουσίαση πάντως, γι’αυτό παίρνει δύο και όχι ένα αστεράκι.

### 5/5 — Great game

*2020-10-22, version 2.4*

The puzzles were fun and challenging. I hope you make more games!

## Frequently asked questions about Hydropuzzle

### What kind of game is Hydropuzzle?

Hydropuzzle is a surreal text puzzle adventure game. It combines a quirky narrative with brain-teasing puzzles, where players use their intellect to hack through the story and solve a city-wide water crisis.

### What are the key features of Hydropuzzle?

Key features include a surreal superhero parody narrative, challenging text-based puzzles, 7 chapters offering 1-3 hours of gameplay, stylish visuals, and offline playability. It's designed to be playable without headphones and is optimized for all iPhones and iPads.

### How much does Hydropuzzle cost?

Hydropuzzle is a paid application. The description explicitly states there are no ads or in-app purchases, indicating a one-time purchase for the full game experience.

### Is Hydropuzzle compatible with my device and can I play it offline?

Yes, Hydropuzzle is optimized for all iPhones and iPads. It also works offline, meaning no internet connection is required to play, making it convenient for situations without connectivity.

### What is the gameplay like in Hydropuzzle?

The gameplay involves using your brain and smartphone to 'hack' through a narrative. You'll encounter a variety of eccentric characters and bizarre elements as you try to connect the dots and discover where the city's water has gone.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5 — 2021-02-06

Bugfixes, tweaks, bells and whistles.
Optimized for new devices.

### 2.4 — 2020-09-25

Fix an overly big text for iPad (when Larger Accessibility Sizes is enabled).

### 2.3 — 2019-10-03

Hyper optimized for even better brain teasing experience.

### 2.2 — 2019-06-22

Optimized for a better brain teasing experience.

### 2.1 — 2019-01-08

This is a true story. Some names have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals. PS. Dr Evil is a real person though.

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*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.*