# The Dagby Files — Jigsaw Puzzle Mysteries

> Jigsaw puzzle mystery game with illustrated clues and interactive interviews. (iPhone/iPad app by Matthew Woomer.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-dagby-files/id6755568316 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Matthew Woomer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1557938902)
- Category: Games, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 202 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-12-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-dagby-files/id6755568316/reviews.md

## What is The Dagby Files?

Assemble beautiful hand-illustrated jigsaw puzzles to unveil the clues as Inspector Dagby investigates dastardly crimes. Listen in as Dagby interviews confused witnesses and belligerent suspects. Then solve the case yourself before Dagby reveals his conclusion!

Features twenty-eight beautiful Dave Montes illustrations and seven brand new mysteries.

Four puzzles are included in the demo for you to solve, then unlock the full game to get all twenty-eight.

Inspector Dagby is on the case!

## Key features

- Hand-illustrated jigsaw puzzles
- Uncover clues to solve crimes
- Listen to witness interviews
- Solve mysteries
- Unlock full game content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Dagby Files Full Game | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-dagby-files/id6755568316/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fun and relaxing!

*2026-03-22*

I love puzzles and this is a fun way to have one with me on the go. Enjoyed the art!

### 5/5 — Fun mystery game!

*2026-01-09*

This game was lots of fun! I love the artwork, and it was great to see the picture literally come together with every piece of the puzzle.

### 5/5 — Jigsaw With A Twist

*2026-01-01*

Genuinely such a fun and unique twist on a jigsaw puzzle game. I love that there’s a storyline, characters to fall in love with, and mysteries to solve along the way. The art feels very intentionally created to make not only a beautiful piece of art but also to make each puzzle piece interesting on its own. The sound design is intriguing and lends to the focus of solving a puzzle instead of being distracting (this is coming from someone who almost always turns off sound on mobile games) - the “thunk” sound of getting a piece in the right place is especially satisfying. I just finished the intro story and can’t wait to play more!

### 5/5 — Satisfying to solve and beautiful artwork!

*2025-12-31*

I’m not even really a puzzle person but these are fun and satisfying to complete-I like to do them while listening to a podcast or audiobook, tho there is nice music that comes with the game. The illustrations are beautiful and you can zoom in on the puzzles to look more closely. The characters are quirky and interesting too! Enjoy this for some chill downtime

### 5/5 — Generation-bridging potential

*2025-12-31*

Jigsaw mechanics of it are well done here with satisfying sparkle when two pieces fit together.  It seems like a mashup of jigsaw puzzles, Professor Layton, and Carmen Sandiego.

### 5/5 — peak.

*2025-12-31*

this game will enchant and enrapture all those with an honest appreciation for puzzlecraft

### 5/5 — Puzzling fun with beautiful art

*2025-12-30*

I love a good mystery and was hooked after the first set of puzzles! Highly recommend

### 5/5 — Beautiful! My kids enjoyed it too

*2025-12-30*

There’s something so satisfying and compelling about doing these puzzles.  Getting rewarded with the next clues and a look at the next piece of artwork had us puzzling more than I expected!

### 5/5 — Beautiful! My kids enjoyed it too

*2025-12-29*

There’s something so satisfying and compelling about doing these puzzles.  Getting rewarded with the next clues and a look at the next piece of artwork had us puzzling more than I expected!

## Frequently asked questions about The Dagby Files

### What is The Dagby Files?

The Dagby Files is a mobile game where you assemble jigsaw puzzles to uncover clues and solve mysteries. You can listen to interviews with witnesses and suspects to help you crack the case.

### How many puzzles are in The Dagby Files?

The demo version of The Dagby Files includes four puzzles. The full game, which can be unlocked, features twenty-eight beautiful Dave Montes illustrations and seven new mysteries.

### Is The Dagby Files free to play?

Yes, The Dagby Files is free to download and play. It offers a demo with several puzzles, and the full game content can be unlocked through in-app purchases.

### What devices does The Dagby Files support?

The Dagby Files is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### What is the age rating for The Dagby Files?

The Dagby Files has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teens and older players.

### How often is The Dagby Files updated?

The latest version of The Dagby Files is 1.2, and it was last updated on February 11, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support.

### Does The Dagby Files have ads?

No, The Dagby Files does not contain advertisements. The app is free with in-app purchases for unlocking additional content.

### What is the user sentiment for The Dagby Files?

The Dagby Files has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 12 ratings, indicating very positive user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-02-11

Smoother game feel. 
Drag boosted pieces can be repicked up. 
Several small improvements to the feel of the game.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-01-13

Small boost to dragging pieces is now default. Customize in Setting Menu

### 1.1 — 2026-01-12

Drag boost in settings. Several small improvements and bug fixes.

### 1.0.1 — 2025-12-30

Release version

### 1.0 — 2025-12-24

No release notes.

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All apps by Matthew Woomer: https://appshunter.io/developer/1557938902

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-06.*
