# The Guides Axiom — Inventive Codebreaking Puzzler

> Inventive codebreaking puzzler with interactive ciphers and nonlinear gameplay. (iPhone/iPad app by 2 Fountains LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-guides-axiom/id1265157039 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [2 Fountains LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1730752274)
- Category: Games, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,967 App Store ratings · 488 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 58 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-09-05
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-guides-axiom/id1265157039/reviews.md

## What is The Guides Axiom?

Sequel to one of iOS’s #1 puzzle games, The Guides Axiom introduces a myriad of entirely new codes, puzzles and interactive ciphers to challenge your wit, stretch your imagination and test your ingenuity in unique and innovative ways.

Simply stated, they’re not easy. Progressing will be difficult, but you have the appropriate tools at your disposal. Everything you need to proceed is — or has been — provided.

Look for clues and patterns to build on what you have learned. Remember what you have seen as for no detail is too subtle or insignificant. As you explore deeper, you’ll begin to unravel the enigma of The Guides Axiom.

Peculiar, isn't it?

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Features:
• Includes more than 100 meticulously designed interactive puzzles, ciphers and secrets to discover — with many more on the way.
• Integrated decoding tools — including morse, binary and several others — to assist you on your journey.
• Reimagined level select system and nonlinear gameplay give you the freedom to explore a much broader path.
• Ability to save screenshots and record notes to help keep track of invaluable clues.
• Stuck? Extract a hint by using a Hack to obtain the inspiration needed to move forward.
• There are many layers of complexity so don't assume a puzzle has only one solution.

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Official Site: theguidesapp.com
General Inquiries: info@theguidesapp.com
Twitter: twitter.com/theguidesapp

## Key features

- Over 100 interactive puzzles and ciphers
- Integrated decoding tools (Morse, binary, etc.)
- Nonlinear gameplay and reimagined level select
- Save screenshots and record notes
- Hint system with 'Hacks'
- Multiple layers of complexity per puzzle

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Hack ( 1 ) | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skeleton Key | $29.99 | one-time |
| Three Hacks ( 3 ) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Five Hacks ( 5 ) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Hacks | $14.99 | one-time |
| You like the game. | $2.99 | one-time |
| You love the game. | $4.99 | one-time |
| Expansion 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Expansion 2 | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of The Guides Axiom?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🧠 Challenging puzzles
- 🎨 Unique and atmospheric design
- 🕵️‍♀️ Mysterious and intriguing story
- 🔍 Multiple solutions for some puzzles
- 🧰 Helpful in-game tools and hints

**Cons**

- 🤯 Puzzles can be extremely difficult
- 🤔 Lack of clear instructions or tutorials
- 🤷‍♂️ Unclear progression or unlocking of levels
- 💰 Paid content required to access full experience
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain devices
- Hints or tools not functioning properly
- Saved progress not loading correctly

**Most requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Better in-game tutorials or guidance
- Ability to restart or reset progress
- Improved interface and navigation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 488)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-guides-axiom/id1265157039/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 나혼자 10년뒤에알았지..

*2026-07-30*

재밋어요. 근데업데이트언제됨

### 4/5 — Need more levels

*2026-07-17, version 4.1*

I like the game but it needs more levels because u have not updated it in 2 years. Can u please add all the levels you were planing?

### 5/5 — Very fun

*2026-05-13, version 4.1*

The puzzles are fun and challenging. Simple background music that’s repetitive but not bad.

### 5/5 — Problems😞

*2026-04-01*

Heeeeyyyy, the game is absolutely fascinating and mind blowing, but i seem to have a problem with the “disk” levels, because none of them will open, they just show me their contents for a fraction of a seccond and then fade black, with the screen effects on top… could you brighten my mind if thats a bug or a feature?

### 5/5 — good

*2026-03-15, version 4.1*

perfect

### 5/5 — Hate!

*2025-11-10, version 4.1*

I hate this because i cant get past level 12 (edit)
Its very great! Got to level 68, got more than 5 pages

### 5/5 — Super fun

*2025-10-30, version 4.1*

I love games like this, keeps my mind sharp!

### 5/5 — Buenísimo

*2025-10-28, version 4.1*

De los mejores juegos de rompecabezas e ingenio

### 5/5 — Amazing app, please continue developing it

*2025-08-21, version 4.1*

This apps is fantastic, finally quizzes aren’t obvious and I had really to challenge my mind to find the answers, I find it very engaging that some levels have more then one answer, ‘cause than you want to find them all! I finished all the levels of the free version, and I’m still waiting for the update of level 100, so please do it!! This app deserves it!!
I’m also a cryptography lover, so I had much more fun because I my trying myself do decode Morse code and binary code and not using the decoder.
Amazing graphics, I suggest it to anyone!!!
Please update it so I can continue playing!!

### 5/5 — Broooo

*2025-08-13, version 4.1*

It’s 2025 now, I’m wait update idk like 6 years? 
This game is amazing! I love that puzzle but its story doesn’t ended and that kill me!

## Frequently asked questions about The Guides Axiom

### What kind of puzzles does The Guides Axiom offer?

The app features over 100 meticulously designed interactive puzzles, ciphers, and secrets. These challenges are designed to test your wit, imagination, and ingenuity through unique and innovative methods.

### How does the game help players who get stuck?

If you find yourself stuck, the app provides a 'Hack' feature that allows you to extract hints. These hints are designed to provide the inspiration needed to move forward without giving away the solution directly.

### What are the in-app purchase options?

The app is free to download and play, but it does offer in-app purchases. These purchases likely provide additional content, hints, or other features to enhance the gameplay experience.

### What tools are available to help solve puzzles?

The game includes integrated decoding tools to assist players on their journey. These tools include common methods like Morse code and binary, among several others, to help decipher the puzzles.

### Can I explore the game freely?

Yes, the game features a reimagined level select system and nonlinear gameplay. This design gives you the freedom to explore a broader path and tackle puzzles in an order that suits your exploration style.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2024-03-19

- Fix for iOS 17
- The Guides is alive, look for more updates in 2024...

### 4.0 — 2018-08-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Some new challenges and secrets have been discovered and are ready to be explored. This update includes...
　
• Seven free puzzles (with many more in the works).
• Expansion Pack 2 which includes twelve exclusive new puzzles.
• New Backdoors have been detected. Decipher them and unlock additional bonus Hacks.
• Stay up to date with the new notification system — you may even receive bonus Hacks.
• UI refinements and other design optimizations.
• Bug fixes and improved performance.

As we continue to work on new puzzles, remain persistent and get your completion percentage to 100%. Thank you for the continued support and wonderful feedback.

Until next.

### 3.2 — 2018-05-17

We're working hard on new puzzles. In the meantime here's a small update full of bug fixes and tweaks. 

As always, we can't thank you all enough for the positive support and constructive feedback. We have lots of new puzzles on the way, so keep a keen eye and stay persistent.

Until next.

### 3.0 — 2018-03-29

While you've been patiently waiting, we've been working hard addressing feedback and creating new challenges. Without giving all of the secrets away, this update includes...
　
• Four free puzzles (with many more coming soon).
• Expansion Pack 1 which includes twelve exclusive new puzzles.
• In addition, a new layer of secrets has appeared throughout existing puzzles. Discover these "Backdoors" and unlock additional bonus Hacks.
• UI and keyboard refinements now with haptic response option.
• The Level Select menu has been reorganized to help reduce clutter as well as accommodate new features.
• Design refinements and other optimizations.
• Bug fixes and improved performance.

As always, we can't thank you all enough for the positive support and constructive feedback. We have lots of new puzzles on the way, so keep a keen eye and stay persistent.

Until next.

### 2.0 — 2017-12-18

• New puzzles and mechanics added.
• New feature added that shows your completion percentage of currently available puzzles.
• iPhone X support.
• Bug fixes and improved performance.
• Subtle UI tweaks.
• Design refinements and optimization.

We have big plans for 2018, so we hope this update holds you over until then. Thank you for the continued support and feedback.

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