# Nurikabe Vault — hundreds of nurikabe puzzles

> Logic puzzle game with hundreds of original Nurikabe puzzles. (iPhone/iPad app by Rogers George.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nurikabe-vault/id344653774 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rogers George](https://appshunter.io/developer/344653780)
- Category: Games, Puzzle
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 20 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Japanese
- Released: 2009-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nurikabe-vault/id344653774/reviews.md

## What is Nurikabe Vault?

An abundance of original, hand-crafted nurikabe puzzles.

Nurikabe is a logic puzzle from the inventors of sudoku. Simply build a wall that divides the board into areas given by the numbers. There's only one way to do it!

This collection contains 500 all original, hand-crafted puzzles.  Difficulty ranges from merely tricky to utterly fiendish. Sizes range from 6 x 6 to 9 x 11, each with distinct and unique artwork. A guide demonstrates the rules and beginning strategies. Optional visual hints point out problems, and a solution is detected immediately.

This game does NOT:
- show Advertisements
- offer In-App Purchases
- collect Analytics
- collect any Personal Information whatsoever

You can put your scores on an Apple Game Center leaderboard if you like. That's the only data that will ever leave your device.

## Key features

- Hundreds of original Nurikabe puzzles
- Hand-crafted challenges
- Varying difficulty levels
- Multiple board sizes
- Unique artwork
- Includes rules and strategy guide
- Optional visual hints

## Recent user reviews (10 of 29)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nurikabe-vault/id344653774/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Run unacceptably slowly on new iPhone

*2026-03-25*

I have an iPhone 16 Pro with the newest iOS and this game takes almost a full second to register each tap, which makes the game essentially impossible to play.

### 4/5 — Functional. Hard. Not the best aesthetics

*2015-05-20*

Lets start with the good news; the app works, and it works like any puzzler could expect. This is genuine nurikabe, and there's only one solution per puzzle.

Now the middle-ish news. These puzzles are hard. There's no real difficulty curve. For experts, this is a good thing, but beginners should stay away.

Now the bad news. The visuals are a bit TOO fancy. Fancy visuals are for action games; for puzzlers like this, function trumps form any day. This may sound like a silly complaint, but when all you need is a square and a dot, getting creative just feels weird.

THE VERDICT: It's worth the price tag, but better apps exist.

### 2/5 — だめ

*2015-05-04, version 1.6.0*

たくさん問題があっても質が全然だめ。極端に簡単なものや理不尽に難しいものがほとんどで、楽しめる問題が少ない。適当に作った問題が難易度に関係なくランダムに詰め込まれている感じ。
また、全体的にデザインが変で見にくく状況を把握しづらいです。

### 4/5 — Reset option, moar levels!

*2014-12-24*

Really excellent overall, much prettier interface than others, good range of difficulties. Would pay for more puzzles. Upgraded graphics resolutions would be nice, but it's held up very well even so. And, a better way to reset levels than un- and then re-installing the game.

### 1/5 — なんでやねーん

*2013-10-19, version 1.5*

updateした瞬間からめっちゃバグってるやないかーい。もう一回updateし直して下さい。

### 5/5 — Tolles Logikrätsel

*2012-09-06*

Spaß für alle, die Logikrätsel mögen. Auch wenn 20 Rätsel in der Umsonst-Version ein bissel wenig ist.

### 5/5 — Loved it!

*2012-06-10, version 1.0.3*

✨👍👍👍✨

### 5/5 — Wow

*2011-11-24*

This is cool. I don't really like sudoku, but I really liked this. It was a great thing to do in free time. 😄😃😊

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2011-08-30*

Played through all 500 levels! Whew, what an achievement. But now I want more... How about a simple update that includes a "reset button" so I can start all over again. I know I can play individual levels again, but half the fun is finishing each "ring" which is only possible if all are reset.
Thanks for the many long hours 

### 5/5 — Challenging

*2010-11-03*

Very nice graphics and a pretty challenging puzzle game. If you enjoy games like sudoku, you should try it too.

## Frequently asked questions about Nurikabe Vault

### What is Nurikabe Vault?

Nurikabe Vault is a logic puzzle game featuring hundreds of original Nurikabe puzzles. It offers a pure, ad-free experience with hand-crafted challenges for iPhone and iPad.

### How difficult are the puzzles in Nurikabe Vault?

The puzzles in Nurikabe Vault range from 'merely tricky' to 'utterly fiendish,' catering to a wide spectrum of logic puzzle skill levels.

### Can I play Nurikabe Vault offline?

Yes, Nurikabe Vault is designed for offline play. It does not require an internet connection to access and play its puzzles.

### Does Nurikabe Vault have ads or in-app purchases?

No, Nurikabe Vault explicitly states it does not show advertisements or offer in-app purchases, providing an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### What devices does Nurikabe Vault support?

Nurikabe Vault is supported on iPhone and iPad devices, making it accessible to a broad range of Apple users.

### How often is Nurikabe Vault updated?

The latest version, 2.0.1, was released on March 26, 2024. The game was originally released on December 15, 2009, indicating consistent developer support over time.

### What is the price of Nurikabe Vault?

Nurikabe Vault is available for a one-time purchase of $0.99.

### Does Nurikabe Vault collect my personal information?

No, Nurikabe Vault does not collect any personal information whatsoever. The only data that leaves your device is if you choose to put your scores on an Apple Game Center leaderboard.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2024-03-26

Update to latest tools and SDKs

### 2.0 — 2021-02-06

A full rewrite using Swift 5 and SpriteKit!

Also adds basic iPad support

### 1.7 — 2017-12-30

Layout tweaks for the iPhone X
Partial rewrite in Swift

### 1.6.0 — 2014-11-20

Add basic support for iPhone 6/6+ screens
Compiled with the iOS 8 SDK
De-support iOS 5 and 6

### 1.5.1 — 2013-10-30

Fix iOS 5/6 rendering glitch
Add iOS 5 game center

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