# Matryoshka -Escape Game- — Mysterious dolls in the room

> Solve matryoshka doll riddles to escape a locked room. (iPhone/iPad app by Mani Morishita.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matryoshka-escape-game/id886517754 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mani Morishita](https://appshunter.io/developer/578543741)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Trivia
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 474 App Store ratings · 99 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 118 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2014-07-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matryoshka-escape-game/id886517754/reviews.md

## What is Matryoshka?

KOTORINOSU brings you a mysterious escape game.

For some reason, you are trapped in a room without a door where a doll with a strange face is placed. Let's escape from here!

This title is an orthodox escape game about a matryoshka doll.
Please enjoy it slowly.


Features :
 * A game in which you aim to escape while solving the riddle of a matryoshka doll
 * If you get stuck, look at the hint card.
 * With auto save.

## Key features

- Solve matryoshka doll riddles
- Escape a locked room
- Hint system available
- Auto-save functionality
- Orthodox escape game mechanics

## What do users think of Matryoshka?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful and clean graphics
- 🧩 Clever and original puzzles
- 💡 Innovative game themes and concepts
- 👍 Well-designed user interface
- ⚖️ Balanced difficulty level
- 🎯 Logical puzzle design
- ✨ Creative endings
- 📱 Responsive controls
- 🎭 Charming and adorable aesthetic
- 💬 Helpful hint system (when working)

**Cons**

- 🐛 Clunky app performance
- 🐛 Hint system broken or vague
- ❓ Some puzzles lack clear logic
- ⏱️ Games are too short
- 😕 Puzzle solutions feel unintuitive
- 🔧 Interaction difficulties with certain actions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to wipe or wet photo frame
- Hints don't work or provide no useful guidance
- Clunky interactions with certain game elements
- Puzzle solution logic inconsistent with hints provided

**Most requested features**

- Longer games with more content
- Ad-free paid version option
- Larger, more complex escape games
- More games from this developer

## Recent user reviews (10 of 99)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matryoshka-escape-game/id886517754/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 世界観かわいい

*2026-06-27*

ちょっとだけ理不尽だなぁって感じるところはありました、でもそれ以外は世界観も可愛くて楽しかったです

### 4/5 — Bring back some of the classics!

*2026-06-21*

Please bring back some of your older escapes like Device, Room Delta, and Sphinx!

### 5/5 — センスを感じさせる

*2026-05-23*

答えが見つかった時の爽快感がよい。捻りがあって満足感が高い。

### 5/5 — 还可以，多观察还是能过的

*2026-02-27*

难度刚好

### 2/5 — Clunky

*2025-11-08, version 3.3.1*

Some of the actions were difficult to perform as app clunky. Eg wiping the photo frame

### 5/5 — Loved It

*2025-10-19*

I love their Escape rooms. This one is not that long with a few good “ah ha!” Moments

### 4/5 — 万事俱备，只差翻译

*2025-09-14*

球球来个翻译吧，提示都是文字形式的……

### 5/5 — 嬉しい

*2025-08-16*

初めてこの作者さんのゲームでノーヒントでクリアできました！

### 5/5 — 好玩的

*2025-04-29*

主题很鲜明 游戏内容也紧紧围绕套娃进行 谜题难度中等 流程较短 值得一玩！

### 2/5 — マトリョーシカのボタン

*2025-01-23*

マトリョーシカのボタンで行き詰まりました。
ヒント見ても攻略見てもなんでそうなるのかが全く分からず。

## Frequently asked questions about Matryoshka

### What is this app about?

This app is a mysterious escape game where you are trapped in a room without a door. The objective is to solve riddles related to a matryoshka doll to find a way to escape.

### How do I play the game?

You play by solving the riddles presented by the matryoshka doll to progress and ultimately escape the room. It's an orthodox escape game experience.

### What if I get stuck on a puzzle?

If you find yourself stuck, the game provides a hint card system to help you overcome challenges and continue your escape. This ensures you can progress at your own pace.

### Is there a cost to play?

The game is free to play but includes advertisements. There are no in-app purchases mentioned, suggesting the primary monetization is through ads.

### What are the common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for players looking for a relaxing yet challenging puzzle experience. It's perfect for those who enjoy mystery, riddles, and the classic escape room genre on their mobile device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.1 — 2025-01-25

I have made changes to the ad request specifications.

### 3.3.0 — 2025-01-06

The game engine and library have been updated.

### 3.2.0 — 2024-01-16

Updated game engine.

### 3.1.0 — 2022-05-17

* Updated game engine
* Lightweight app size
* Lightweight operation

### 3.0.1 — 2019-08-26

Modified some graphics.

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