# Smiling-X: Horror Game — Scary Puzzle Horror Game

> Horror puzzle escape game set in a haunted office with crafting and combat elements. (iPhone/iPad app by IndieFist SRL.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiling-x-horror-game/id1491791984 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [IndieFist SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458549407)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Adventure
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 1,356 App Store ratings · 104 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 368 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 2 more
- Released: 2019-12-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiling-x-horror-game/id1491791984/reviews.md

## What is Smiling?

Can you survive the horrors of a cursed office?

You’re working late when suddenly, you wake up trapped in a haunted office. Your co-workers have been hypnotized by sinister software, and the evil boss is watching your every move. To escape, you must solve puzzles, craft weapons, and uncover the dark secrets of this terrifying place.

* Solve puzzles and unravel the mystery

Explore the eerie office, discover hidden clues, and complete challenging puzzles to escape the nightmare.

* Craft weapons and outsmart the boss

Find materials to create tools, special weapons, or even a bomb to destroy the cursed office and defeat the terrifying boss.

* Encounter unique and scary characters

Beware of haunted co-workers, creepy enemies, and mysterious entities lurking in the shadows. Every step you take could reveal a chilling surprise.

* Choose your adventure

Play two thrilling game modes that test your skills and immerse you in a suspenseful horror experience.

* A terrifying horror escape experience

Prepare for heart-pounding moments, eerie suspense, and an unforgettable story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Can you survive, save your colleagues, and escape the madness?

* For fans of scary puzzle games

If you enjoy creepy escape games, scary adventures, and horror puzzles, Smiling-X is a must-play. Dive into this offline horror game and challenge yourself to escape!

* Download now and face the horror!

* We value your feedback! If you have comments or suggestions, please reach out to us at media@indiefist.com.

## Key features

- Solve puzzles and unravel mystery
- Craft weapons and outsmart boss
- Encounter scary characters
- Two thrilling game modes
- Offline horror experience

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Figure of Erich Sann | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hunter figure collectible | $0.99 | one-time |
| Joker Skin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Robot Cleaner | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Smiling?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Excellent gameplay
- 🕹️ Fun and engaging
- 🔍 Interesting story and puzzles
- 🎨 Great graphics and visuals

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Difficult to progress at times
- 🕰️ Freezing and performance issues
- 🔇 Lack of audio/sound fixes

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Joker skin cannot be turned off
- Super weapon disappears from office
- Dark freezes player during jumpscare
- Cleaner bot minigame screen cuts to black

**Most requested features**

- Bring back removed missions
- Improve boss encounter mechanics
- Add more hiding spots and escape routes
- Fix issues with the Hari's parents mission

## Recent user reviews (10 of 104)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiling-x-horror-game/id1491791984/reviews.md

### 5/5 — OMG, my childhood game

*2026-07-22, version 5.3.6*

So when I was a little kid, I used to play this game every single day. I can’t believe I discovered it this day. It’s still here. I’ve been playing it and it doesn’t feel the same. It’s not old when I fought. It’s just all new and I don’t like it. I want the old map back for April fools could you do the old map back that will make me my childhood again And I’ll think I’m a kid because that map is very very old and I like it please bring back the old map. It will make me as a child again but I’m still a grown-up anyways this is my review. This game is very very very old and I like.it

### 5/5 — It’s good

*2026-06-07, version 5.3.6*

It reminds me of the smiler rollercoaster from Alton towers like their the ministry of joy hahaha I’m out

### 5/5 — 👍

*2026-05-25, version 5.3.6*

I like this game

### 5/5 — 5

*2026-05-16, version 5.3.6*

A really fun and an easy game I love it!

### 2/5 — Is this game broken

*2026-05-12, version 5.3.6*

Saw a review saying the game is basically unplayable is this true?

### 1/5 — Too fast

*2026-05-08, version 5.3.6*

The problem is obviously ads but the main problem is on mobile, is the camera movement because every time I tried to look it goes way to fast and it was never like this when I first played it please fixed it kinda like granny when looking around please fixed this issue.

### 4/5 — Fix this bug

*2026-04-29, version 5.3.6*

Can you fix the parent mission the parent mission doesn’t work I tried to do the parent mission it did not let me in fix this bug

### 5/5 — Miedo 😰

*2026-04-08, version 5.3.6*

De pequeña me gustaba mucho pero ahora me da un ataque de miedo

### 5/5 — Not a “horror” game

*2026-02-12, version 5.3.6*

So fun to play

### 5/5 — gg

*2026-02-11, version 5.3.6*

good game

## Frequently asked questions about Smiling

### What is Smiling-X: Horror Game about?

Smiling-X: Horror Game is a horror puzzle escape game where you are trapped in a haunted office. You must solve puzzles, craft weapons, and evade sinister co-workers and an evil boss to escape the cursed location and uncover its dark secrets.

### What are the key features of this horror game?

Key features include solving challenging puzzles to uncover the mystery, crafting weapons and tools to outsmart enemies, encountering unique and scary characters, and playing through two thrilling game modes for a suspenseful horror experience. It can also be played offline.

### Is Smiling-X: Horror Game free to play?

The game is free to download and play, but it does include in-app purchases and advertisements. This allows for optional enhancements or content while still providing a full experience for free players.

### What kind of devices is this game compatible with?

While specific device compatibility isn't detailed, it is designed as a mobile application, implying it is compatible with most modern smartphones and tablets running iOS and Android operating systems.

### Who is this game intended for?

This game is specifically designed for fans of scary puzzle games, creepy escape games, and suspenseful horror adventures. It offers a challenging and immersive experience for those who enjoy a good scare and strategic gameplay.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.3.6 — 2026-01-08

Fixed fog in easy mode. Fixed Jumpscare for Boss
	• Fixed camera issue when picking up the beehive
	• Fixed bug where the player could not move after teleporting to CorpX
	• Fixed dark fog issue in the Beehive map
	• Fixed controls for opening the safe box

### 5.2.6 — 2025-04-30

Fixed minor bug.
Improved library ads.

### 5.2.4 — 2025-02-27

Send your best scores while clearing each game mode with the new leaderboard system!
Added gamepad support
Added keyboard and mouse support
Improved performance and graphics

### 5.2.2 — 2025-02-05

New reward system
Improved performance
Improved leaderboard system

### 5.2.0 — 2025-01-23

New leaderboard system, send your best score while complete each game mode
Added support for Gamepad
Added support for keyboard+mouse
Improved performance and graphics

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