# The Istrys — 3D match 2 puzzle game > 3D match-2 puzzle game collection with multiple play modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Match 2 LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-istrys/id1324155284 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Match 2 LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/591937406) - Category: Games, Puzzle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.70/5 from 733 App Store ratings · 73 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 18.0 · 147 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-12-13 - Data updated: 2026-08-18 - Monetization: freemium - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-istrys/id1324155284/reviews.md ## What is The Istrys? Cubistry™ and its sibling 3D match 2 puzzle games dubbed the Istrys by fans are now in one place as "The Istrys™"! Start playing all your favorites for free with no ads and play all new Istrys by subscribing! -Fun 3D match 2 puzzle game play with 17 singleplayer modes with more to come. -Co-op and versus modes. -40+ Istrys in one place! -All new Istrys available through a subscription. Please find out EULA at: http://hohng.com/tos.html ## Key features - 3D match-2 puzzle gameplay - 17+ singleplayer modes - Co-op and versus modes - Collection of 40+ puzzles - New puzzles via subscription ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Istrys Plus Subscription. | $3.99 | per month | ## What do users think of The Istrys? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 😊 Relaxing and calming - 👍 Engaging and addictive gameplay - 💡 Variety of game modes - 🧠 Helps with memory and cognition **Cons** - 🤔 Lack of updates and new content - 🤨 Subscription model not worth it - 🐛 Orientation issues and app crashes - 🙅‍♀️ No Apple Pencil support **Commonly reported bugs** - App freezing and not loading games - Broken game modes (e.g. Dinostry) - Orientation issues after updates **Most requested features** - Option to purchase games individually - Ability to see previous scores - Customizable art styles ## Recent user reviews (10 of 73) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-istrys/id1324155284/reviews.md ### 3/5 — PROBLEM STILL UNSOLVED !!!!!! *2026-06-26* Annoyed this is my favourite game and still not working. Either delete or fix the problem Also add a few new levels for free, you ask a lot of money to sub ### 1/5 — I love this game so much but I can’t get it to work anymore *2026-06-04* I have an older iphone that’s stuck on iOS 17 and even when downloading the last compatible version it just gets stuck on the loading screen. I love this game so much, but it’s unplayable right now :( I’d happily give it five stars but again I can’t play it properly anymore ### 1/5 — 🤔😕 *2026-06-02* What updates. My app shows no sign of an update. The subscription portion doesn’t even appear unless I open a free game first. And when you say “Anew game coming soon” it takes months for it to appear. Subscription fee is not worth it. ADIOS! Update your reviews, they’re all OLD. ### 2/5 — W H Y ????? *2026-05-11* I was shut out of the #!#! Istry that was RIDDLED WITH ADS that I thought I paid to avoid!?!? Then it suddenly tried to hijack me for further payment!!!! I went to plain old Istray that I paid minimum but received the landscape ONLY version that is tiny and pixilated!!!! What is going on???? ### 1/5 — 🤔😕 *2026-03-10, version 1.0.1* What updates. My app shows no sign of an update. The subscription portion doesn’t even appear unless I open a free game first. And when you say “Anew game coming soon” it takes months for it to appear. Subscription fee is not worth it. ADIOS! ### 1/5 — 🤔😕 *2026-02-20, version 1.0.1* What updates. My app shows no sign of an update. The subscription portion doesn’t even appear unless I open a free game first. And when you say “Anew game coming soon” it takes months for it to appear. Subscription fee is not worth it. ADIOS! ### 5/5 — AMAZING!!👌🏾👌🏾 *2025-08-26* This is the best game to play on road trips,and very relaxing 😌 I highly recommend this game if you’re looking for something to calm you down!<33 ### 5/5 — Love this game *2025-08-06, version 1.0.1* Absolutely love this game. Makes time pass quickly and painlessly. ### 1/5 — July 30 new game broke the app *2025-07-31, version 1.0.1* I’ve been a subscriber for several years, even though I don’t like many of the recently added or ’improved’ games. But the new (July 30 2025) game “Beachistry” wouldn’t load after waiting many minutes and multiple restarts. I deleted the app and downloaded it again — now it won’t run at all. I cancelled my subscription. ### 1/5 — No Pencil?? *2025-02-15, version 1.0.1* Does allow you to use your Apple Pencil??? This is the ONLY game I've come across that doesn't allow the use of the pencil! Deleting! ## Frequently asked questions about The Istrys ### What kind of game is The Istrys? The Istrys is a 3D match-2 puzzle game collection. It offers a variety of gameplay experiences centered around matching 3D objects. ### What are the different game modes available? The app features over 17 single-player modes, with more planned for future updates. It also includes co-op and versus modes for multiplayer fun. ### How can I access all the puzzles? You can play many of the existing puzzles for free with no ads. To access all new Istrys puzzles, a subscription is required. ### Is this game free to play? The game is free to start playing with no ads, offering access to a selection of puzzles. A subscription unlocks all new Istrys puzzles. ### What platforms is The Istrys available on? While the description doesn't specify, it is presented as a mobile application, implying availability on iOS and Android devices. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.5 — 2026-06-24 -Technical update ### 1.0.4 — 2026-04-17 -Technical update ### 1.0.3 — 2026-01-14 -Tech update ### 1.0.1 — 2023-03-24 The latest Istry of the month! ### 1.0.0 — 2023-02-28 The latest Istry of the month! ## Apps similar to The Istrys | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Fairy Mahjong Christmas 2023](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fairy-mahjong-christmas-2023/id579075891) | 4.2 (218) | Free | Games | | [Mahjong Dimensions - 3D Cube](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mahjong-dimensions-3d-cube/id1491554820) | 4.3 (312) | Free | Games | | [Cube Match](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-match/id903016338) | 4.0 (2) | Free | Games | | [Cube Match 3D: Block Master](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-match-3d-block-master/id1614393827) | 4.8 (374) | Free | Games | | [Cube Match 3D Tile Matching](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cube-match-3d-tile-matching/id1619055337) | 4.6 (553) | Free | Games | | [Fairy Mahjong Halloween Deluxe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fairy-mahjong-halloween-deluxe/id1051839069) | 4.3 (96) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Match 2 LLC - [Cubistry](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cubistry/id591937403) All apps by Match 2 LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/591937406 --- *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 2026-08-18.*