The Manhole: Masterpiece

The Manhole: Masterpiece

by Cyan Worlds

23 ratings
42 reviews
$1.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 4, 2010
  • May 21, 2026

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Explore a whimsical, interactive world filled with delightful characters and surprises. This award-winning digital playground offers endless discovery for children, featuring charming animations, original music, and engaging activities.

Interactive world exploration
Whimsical characters
Original music and sounds
Hand-rendered characters
Award-winning design
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What's New in The Manhole

2.1

May 21, 2026

Updated to newer iOS versions. Implemented an improved audio system. Fixed a few small bugs. Ratings adjusted to account for the latest ratings requirements.

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Charts

Top Paid

📉 104-7

Family games

This game dropped -7 positions in Family games chart.

Last updated on July 28, 2026.

User reviews

Worth it so see it again

If you loved this in the 1980s, it might be worth $2 to see it again. It was for me. I remember it used to take forever to go through the game and click on all the options (which were not always obvious.) Originally, this was created in HyperCard, the precursor to the links used in HTML. I imagine it was much slower in certain parts as it loaded from the 800k floppy disk, and in this version, it never seems to crash the computer. I’m sure it will be just as astonishing to play with this when I’m living in the retirement home.
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Nostalgic

We had the computer CD as kids so it is a delight to show it to our own kids now.

YAY iOS 11 SUPPORT!

So excited to be able to play this game again under iOS 11! Thank you, developers, for continuing to support this app!

PLEASE!!

PLEASE update for 64-bit apps!
I would like to enjoy continuously on iOS11 !!

HyperCard世代にとっては懐かしい、往年の名作がようやくiPhone版で出てくれました。とても嬉しいです! ちゃんと台詞もそのままだし、あの世界を再び歩けるなんてッ!! これから毎日が楽しくなります♪ 本当に有り難う御座いました! 続編のCosmic Osmoも期待してます♪
・・・ただ、単色林檎やMacintosh SE系以外のユーザーには物足りないかも。
一言で表せば、「絵本の中を歩く」。そんな感じです。斬新で楽しいかも♪

MEMORIES!

I am so glad I was thinking of this game the other day and so glad I just downloaded it! Better than I remember and I forgot how whimsical this game was... thank you for bringing this to us in app form! Worth the $1.99!

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FAQ

What is The Manhole: Masterpiece?

The Manhole: Masterpiece is an award-winning interactive exploration game designed for children. It transports players to a whimsical world accessed through an ordinary manhole, filled with delightful characters, surprises, and engaging activities.

What are the key features of this game?

Key features include a vast, interactive world to explore, charming hand-rendered characters, original music compositions, and a wealth of original sounds and voices. Players can interact with various elements to uncover new discoveries around every corner.

How much does The Manhole: Masterpiece cost?

The Manhole: Masterpiece is a paid application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the game, offering an uninterrupted experience.

What is the target audience for this app?

This app is primarily designed for children who enjoy imaginative play and exploration. It offers a delightful and engaging experience for young players looking for a whimsical digital world to discover.

What makes this a 'Masterpiece Edition'?

The Masterpiece Edition is a ground-up remake of the original 80s release, produced in the 90s. It features meticulously computer-rendered scenes layered with delightful hand-rendered characters, along with over 30 original music compositions and scores of original sounds and voices.