# Pic-a-Pix: Nonogram Color — Picture cross puzzles

> Logic puzzles reveal pixel art by painting numbered squares. (iPhone/iPad app by Conceptis Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pic-a-pix-nonogram-color/id503132420 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Conceptis Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/479420055)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 2,573 App Store ratings · 427 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2012-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pic-a-pix-nonogram-color/id503132420/reviews.md

## What is Pic?

Paint squares as you solve the puzzle and discover a beautiful pixel-art picture! Each puzzle consists of a blank grid with clues on the left of every row and on the top of every column. The object is to reveal a hidden picture by painting blocks in each row and column so their length and sequence corresponds to the clues.

Pic-a-Pix are exciting logic puzzles that form whimsical pixel-art pictures when solved. Challenging, deductive and artistic, this original Japanese invention offers the ultimate mix of logic, art and fun while providing solvers with many hours of mentally stimulating entertainment.

The game enables zooming the entire puzzle, or just the grid area while keeping the clue-panes locked. Other features include a unique fingertip cursor for playing large puzzles with ease and precision, and a show/hide/lock rulers option helping focus on one row and column at a time.

To help see the puzzle progress, graphic previews in the puzzle list show the progress of all puzzles in a volume as they are being solved. A Gallery view option provides these previews in a larger format.

For more fun, Pic-a-Pix contains no ads and includes a Weekly Bonus section providing an extra free puzzle each week.

PUZZLE FEATURES

• 155 free Pic-a-Pix puzzles in color and B&W
• Extra bonus puzzle published free each week
• Puzzle library continuously updates with new content
• Manually created by artists, top quality puzzles
• Unique solution for each puzzle
• Grid sizes up to 30x45 (45x60 for iPad)
• Difficulty levels from very easy to super challenging
• Hours of intellectual challenge and fun
• Sharpens logic and improves cognitive skills

GAMING FEATURES

• No ads
• Zoom entire puzzle or just the grid area
• Clue-pane locking option for optimal puzzle viewing
• Rulers show, hide or lock option for easier row and column viewing
• Exclusive fingertip cursor design for solving large puzzles
• Unlimited check puzzle
• Unlimited hints
• Unlimited Undo and Redo
• Mark Squares mode for temporary markings on the grid
• Clue auto check-off when row or column is completed
• Automatically mark obvious empty squares with dots
• Concurrently playing and saving multiple puzzles
• Puzzle filtering, sorting and archiving options
• Dark Mode support
• Graphic previews showing puzzles progress as they are being solved
• Portrait and landscape screen support (iPad only)
• Error checking option when row or column is completed
• Track puzzle solving times
• Backup & restore puzzle progress to iCloud

ABOUT

Pic-a-Pix have also become popular under other names such as Picross, Nanogram, Pictogram, Griddlers, Hanjie and many more. All puzzles in this app are produced by Conceptis Ltd. - the leading supplier of logic puzzles to printed and electronic gaming media all over the world. On average, more than 20 million Conceptis puzzles are solved each day in newspapers, magazines, books and online as well as on smartphones and tablets across the world.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://www.conceptispuzzles.com/index.aspx?uri=info/doc/220

## Key features

- Color and B&W pixel art puzzles
- Weekly bonus puzzles
- Zoom and clue pane locking
- Fingertip cursor for large puzzles
- Unlimited hints and undo
- Dark Mode support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| B&W Variety 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| B&W Extra Large 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Color Extra Large 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| B&W Variety 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| iPhone-max Color | $3.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 4 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Color Variety 5 | $2.99 | one-time |
| iPhone-max Color 2 | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Pic?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💎 Fun Logic
- 🧠 Absorbing and Challenging
- 🕰️ Relaxing and Calming
- 🧠 Exercises the Brain
- 👍 Great Implementation and Navigation
- 🕰️ Addictive
- 💎 Excellent Puzzles

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive Puzzle Packs
- 🐛 Glitchy After Updates
- 🔍 Difficult to Find Specific Puzzles
- 🎨 Limited Color Palette
- 🔍 Cursor/Input Issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Puzzles Disappearing After Updates
- Cursor/Input Issues
- Crashing After Updates

**Most requested features**

- More Free Puzzles
- Ability to Drag and Fill Squares
- Automatic Marking of Completed Clues
- Dark Mode
- Sorting/Filtering Options for Puzzles
- Ability to Save Progress and Lock Completed Areas

## Recent user reviews (10 of 427)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pic-a-pix-nonogram-color/id503132420/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fun Options

*2026-08-03, version 7.4*

I’ve been enjoying these logic puzzles for several years. Previously I played on a desk top now I use my tablet normally in bed. I like the various levels available and don’t mind paying since they are reasonably priced. The easy levels are perfect for a few minutes in the middle of the night when I need help nodding off.

### 5/5 — Fabulous casual game

*2026-07-25, version 7.4*

This has been my favorite short casual game for years. The developer is responsive, there are plenty of options for all skill levels, and the gameplay is smooth.

### 5/5 — Fun and very satisfying

*2026-05-18, version 7.4*

The puzzles go from-super simple to incredibly hard. Every one has been fun. I enjoy trying to guess the picture.

### 5/5 — Cerebellum gymnastics

*2026-05-01, version 7.4*

Excellent way to exercise your mind, but take care, it sucks you in when you are on a roll and is difficult to put down.

### 5/5 — Favorite game

*2026-04-17, version 7.4*

I’ve been playing this game for years. I especially love the hard and very hard puzzles. I’ve noticed though that the hard and very hard puzzles don’t seem to be available anymore? There always used to be new ones. Hopefully they will come back

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2026-03-21, version 7.3*

Best Nonogram game I have found.  Love it

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2026-03-21, version 7.3*

So addictive! I’ve been playing for years.

### 5/5 — あ

*2026-03-21*

一番やりやすい

### 5/5 — Great game but…

*2026-02-10, version 7.3*

…packs are far too expensive 🙁

### 5/5 — Easily the best Nanogram on the web.

*2026-02-01, version 7.3*

Download and play this App

## Frequently asked questions about Pic

### What is Pic-a-Pix: Nonogram Color?

It is a logic puzzle game where players paint squares on a grid based on numerical clues to reveal a hidden pixel-art picture. The game offers a blend of deduction, art, and entertainment, with puzzles available in both color and black and white.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include 155 free puzzles, a weekly bonus puzzle, zoom functionality for grids, clue pane locking, a special fingertip cursor for large puzzles, unlimited hints and undo options, and Dark Mode support. Puzzles are manually created and offer a unique solution.

### How much does Pic-a-Pix: Nonogram Color cost?

The app is free to download and play, offering a significant number of free puzzles and a weekly bonus puzzle. It also includes in-app purchases, likely for additional puzzle packs or features.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is available on mobile devices. Specific compatibility details regarding operating system versions and screen resolutions (like portrait and landscape support for iPad) are available in the app store listing.

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

This app is ideal for anyone looking for a mentally stimulating activity, a way to relax with creative puzzles, or to improve their logic and cognitive skills. It's perfect for short breaks or longer gaming sessions, offering hours of entertainment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.4 — 2026-04-14

This version improves performance and stability.

### 7.3 — 2025-10-28

This version improves performance and stability.

### 7.2 — 2025-09-28

This version improves performance and stability.

### 7.1 — 2025-06-04

This version improves performance and stability.

### 7.0 — 2025-03-31

This version improves performance and stability.

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