The Da Vinci Cryptex

The Da Vinci Cryptex

A Cryptic Puzzle Escape Room

43 ratings
40 reviews
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Released
September 29, 2023
Updated
October 29, 2026

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Solve 50 unique riddles and logical enigmas to escape a room and unlock the next challenge. Test your IQ with brain-teasing puzzles that increase in difficulty. Hints are available to help you crack the enigmas.

✓50 unique handcrafted puzzles
✓Logical enigmas
✓IQ skill testing
✓Hints available
✓Astonishing graphics
✓Captivating background music
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What's New in The Da Vinci Cryptex

1.36

October 29, 2026

Thanks for your awesome support with The Da Vinci Cryptex series! I've fixed some minor bugs in this version

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It’s a good game , highly recommend

Response from developer

Thanks for your feedback, glad you liked this puzzle game! Check out the other chapters at https://xsgames.co ;)

Challenging

Challenging is an understatement,but that is what I’ve been looking for.I have played puzzles escape rooms for many years, but the challenging ones I have played( always looking for a new one).when I was searching for a new one I looked at this game,read the reviews( which everyone should do) such good reviews most said it was difficult, but that was my purpose. It was a different kind of puzzle.I loved it,and the rest is history.I finished it just now and wanted to advise those gamers that need a challenge to not wait,get this first in the Cryptex series and broaden and flex your mind. Take it from me you won’t regret it.
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Response from developer

Thanks for your feedback, it sounds a positive one, I was just wondering why 1 star rating though. If i misunderstood your review, feel free to get in touch with me at https://xsgames.co, I'll be glad to help ;)

Food for the brain.

Excellent for passing the time, definitely worth a shot. Give it a try, you won’t be disappointed.

Response from developer

Thanks so much for your feedback, happy you enjoyed this puzzle game! Check out more stuff at https://xsgames.co for more fun ;)

The Game is good but

The game is good but overall I can’t get past room 34 and I even typed in the same code sequence but it won’t let me through

Tolle Idee, mangelhafte Ausführung in Teilen — 3 von 5 Sternen

Das Konzept überzeugt: ein digitales Cryptex als Rätselrahmen, stimmungsvolle Da-Vinci-Ästhetik, viele Zimmer mit echtem Aha-Potential. Wer Knobeln mag, findet hier Momente, die wirklich Spaß machen.

Wenn da nicht drei gravierende Schwächen wären:

1. Die Steuerung sabotiert die eigene Lösung.
Die Rädchen des Cryptex reagieren unzuverlässig und ungenau. Wer die richtige Kombination kennt, dreht sie trotzdem mehrfach hin — weil das Programm erst bei einem nicht definierten Millimeter-Schwellenwert „erkennt”, was eingegeben wurde. Das ist kein Rätsel, das ist Feinmotorik gegen schlechtes UI-Design.

2. Manche Lösungen entbehren jeder nachvollziehbaren Logik.
Kombinatorik, visuelle Assoziation, Symbolik — alles legitime Rätselmechanismen. Was nicht akzeptabel ist: Lösungen, die ohne jeden ableitbaren Bezug schlicht nicht erschlossen werden können. Nicht schwer, nicht knifflig — sondern willkürlich. Ohne externe Walkthrough-Suche schlicht nicht lösbar.

3. Hinweise, die nicht hinweisen.
Wenn ein Hinweis-System angeboten wird, muss es das Richtige beschreiben — nicht eine Variante, die in eine andere Richtung führt als die erwartete Lösung. Das ist keine Hilfe, das ist zusätzliche Verwirrung.

Fazit: Eine Fünf-Sterne-Idee mit zu vielen Drei-Sterne-Momenten. Viele Rätsel sind wirklich phantastisch — andere gehören überarbeitet. Daher: die Hälfte der Punkte.
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Reported Bugs

10 issues

Cryptex wheels react unreliably

Bug

Solutions lack logical connection

Bug

Hints lead in the wrong direction

Bug

Level 16 not solvable

Bug

Ads don't provide hints

Bug

First puzzle bugged

Bug

Level 32 stuck

Bug

Level 45 missing numbers, letters don't work

Bug

Game doesn't register correct solution

Bug

Ad reward not given for hints

Bug

FAQ

How many puzzles are in The Da Vinci Cryptex?

The Da Vinci Cryptex features 50 unique handcrafted puzzles. The game offers 20 levels for free, with the full game unlockable via a single in-app purchase.

Does The Da Vinci Cryptex have hints?

Yes, hints are available in The Da Vinci Cryptex. You can click the bulb button to receive a hint if you get stuck on a puzzle.

What is the age rating for The Da Vinci Cryptex?

The Da Vinci Cryptex has an age rating of 4+. It is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is The Da Vinci Cryptex updated?

The Da Vinci Cryptex was last updated on October 29, 2026, with version 1.36. The game was initially released on September 29, 2023.

What is the user sentiment for The Da Vinci Cryptex?

User sentiment for The Da Vinci Cryptex is mixed. Pros include an engaging concept, brain-challenging puzzles, and developer responsiveness. Cons mention unreliable controls and illogical puzzles.

Is The Da Vinci Cryptex free to play?

The Da Vinci Cryptex is free to download and play, offering 20 levels for free. The full game can be unlocked with a single, inexpensive in-app purchase.

Does The Da Vinci Cryptex have ads?

The Da Vinci Cryptex does not contain advertisements. The app is free with in-app purchases to unlock the full game.

Can I play The Da Vinci Cryptex offline?

The provided description does not specify if The Da Vinci Cryptex can be played offline. However, it is a puzzle game that typically does not require a constant internet connection.