# PicJax — Tap to complete the picture

> Sliding picture puzzle game with blank tiles and user photo support. (iPhone/iPad app by JUN LU.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picjax/id6802047030 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [JUN LU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6802047032)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-20
- Data updated: 2026-10-29
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picjax/id6802047030/reviews.md

## What is PicJax?

PicJax is a relaxing twist on the classic sliding picture puzzle. A picture is sliced into square tiles and mixed with blank tiles on the board. Tap the blank tiles to remove them, watch the remaining pieces slide into place one by one, and clear every blank to complete the picture.

HOW TO PLAY
- The picture is split into tiles and shuffled together with blank tiles
- Tap a blank tile to remove it together with any connected blanks
- The remaining tiles slide into the empty space with a satisfying pop
- Clear every blank to complete the picture and pass the step

THREE WAYS TO PLAY
- Waterfall — blanks fall away in clean vertical columns
- River — blanks pour sideways in flowing cascades
- Vortex — blanks spiral around the board
Each tier has ten steps — a practice board, then nine challenges — growing
from an 8x12 board to 12x18.

FEATURES
- Play with your own photos from the gallery
- Undo when you misjudge a move — every tap you make includes a free undo,
  unlimited undos with a one-time in-app purchase
- Tap Limit — an optional challenge that fails the round if you use too many taps. Switch it off any time with a one-time in-app purchase
- Share your best run: PicJax records your fastest solve so you can send the clip to friends
- Daily Challenge — three date-seeded boards a day, the same for every player, unlocked once you finish the game
- Best-score tracking for every step of every tier
- Beautifully animated tiles, neon finishes, and satisfying sound
- Available in English, 中文 (简体 & 繁體), 日本語, 한국어, and Español

PicJax is free to play and works offline. Your own pictures stay on your device.

## Key features

- Sliding tile puzzle mechanics
- Blank tile removal
- Three difficulty levels
- Use custom photos
- Best-score tracking
- Offline play

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $0.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Turn Off Tap Limit | $0.99 | one-time |
| Undo More Taps | $0.99 | one-time |


## Is PicJax safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess PicJax.

## Is PicJax legit?

PicJax has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for PicJax is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picjax/id6802047030/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Greatest game of all time

*2026-09-29*

Fun gameplay loop, good to play on the train or bus. Satisfying to get a big pop combo.

## Frequently asked questions about PicJax

### How do you play PicJax?

In PicJax, a picture is divided into tiles and mixed with blank spaces. You tap the blank tiles to remove them, causing the surrounding picture tiles to slide into the empty spots. The goal is to clear all blank tiles to complete the picture.

### What are the difficulty levels in PicJax?

PicJax offers three difficulty levels: Macro, Meso, and Micro. Each level contains 10 progressive steps, allowing players to gradually increase the challenge as they improve their puzzle-solving skills.

### Can I use my own photos in PicJax?

Yes, PicJax allows you to use your own photos from your device's gallery to create custom puzzles. This adds a personal touch to the classic sliding picture puzzle experience.

### Does PicJax have ads?

No, PicJax does not contain advertisements. The game is free to play and offers an uninterrupted puzzle experience.

### Is PicJax available offline?

Yes, PicJax is designed to work offline, meaning you can enjoy the game without an internet connection. This makes it a great option for playing on the go.

### What languages does PicJax support?

PicJax is available in multiple languages, including English, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. This broad language support makes it accessible to a global audience.

### What is the age rating for PicJax?

PicJax has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and players of all ages. The game's mechanics are simple and engaging for a wide demographic.

### How often is PicJax updated?

The latest version of PicJax is 1.3, and it was last updated on September 20, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2026-10-28

PicJax 2.0 is here — a sharper, friendlier puzzle.

NEW: LEVEL START GUIDANCE
Every step now opens with a short, clear guide to its board, so you always
know what the next challenge asks of you.

PERSONAL BEST CHALLENGE
After a picture is complete, PicJax shows how close you came to your own
record — and lets you chase it straight from the win dialog.

FRESHER BOARDS AND BUDGETS
Tap limits were recalibrated against 200 headless runs, board dimensions were
retuned, and the introductory steps were reordered so the difficulty curve
starts gently and builds smoothly.

TEXTURED BLANK TILES
Blank tiles have a new textured finish, with an amber accent that matches the
board's glow.

POOL ARTWORK
A new poolside scene joins the gallery.

ALSO IN THIS UPDATE
- Full localization refresh across all six languages
- Tighter replay pacing so saved runs play back smoothly
- Undo resets cleanly at the start of each step
- PicJax is now distributed through the app stores only
- Small fixes and performance improvements

### 1.3 — 2026-09-20

PicJax gets its biggest update yet.

NEW: DAILY CHALLENGE
Three fresh boards every day, seeded from the date so every player gets the
same puzzles. Finish every step of every tier to unlock it, then come back
tomorrow for a new set.

NEW: SHARE YOUR BEST RUN
PicJax records your fastest solve of a step, so you can send the clip to
friends or save it to your photos.

TAP LIMIT, ON YOUR TERMS
The optional tap limit keeps every step honest. It now announces the step's
budget before you start, and you can switch it off for good with a one-time
in-app purchase.

UNDO, A FREE ONE AFTER EVERY TAP
Undo still takes back a misjudged tap for free, and every tap you make earns
another free undo. To undo several taps in a row, one in-app purchase unlocks
unlimited undos for good.

ALSO IN THIS UPDATE
- Gallery has moved to the bottom action bar next to Undo
- Waterfall columns now show how many blanks are still queued above them
- A cleaner menu: Tap Limit, the Daily Challenge and every tier in one place
  (the blank-tile face picker is gone — blanks keep the classic look)
- Refreshed artwork on the Volcano and Aurora scenes
- Step budgets rebalanced across all four tiers, and the board stays in
  portrait on every device
- Game Center leaderboards and achievements have been retired; your best taps
  for each step are still tracked in the game
- A small banner on the picture-completed screen keeps PicJax free

### 1.0 — 2026-08-20

No release notes.

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