# The Pillar — Puzzle Escape

> Mystery puzzle escape game with evolving challenges and diverse landscapes. (iPhone/iPad app by Paper Bunker s.r.o..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-pillar/id1471313227 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paper Bunker s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1467968578)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 381 MB
- Languages: Czech, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese and 2 more
- Released: 2021-01-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-pillar/id1471313227/reviews.md

## What is The Pillar?

Cleverly mixing mystery and puzzle-solving. 
The Pillar: Puzzle Escape ventures deep into an unknown world filled with riddling contraptions and scenic vistas. Explore islands that each offer unique environments and secrets to discover. Remain aware of your surroundings as they change and evolve like a lucid dream. With every challenge you overcome, you grow closer to escaping the mythical maze and waking up from the elaborate cage that’s trapped you inside!


Features:

-Search for a way to escape ever-evolving challenges!
-Explore a wondrous world with diverse and beautiful landscapes.
-Solve puzzles to unlock the mysteries of each island.
-Experience the adventure through a classic first-person perspective

## Key features

- Mystery and puzzle-solving gameplay
- Explore diverse and evolving island environments
- Solve riddles to unlock mysteries
- First-person perspective adventure
- Escape a mythical maze

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-pillar/id1471313227/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Fun, up to a point…

*2025-02-25*

I’m stuck in the Maze. Cannot get the 4 digit number from the central pillar. The pillar rotates the number away from me as I move around the locked area. I can see the edge of the panel on which the number appears. But as I move around, the pillar rotates that panel away from me. I’m tired of racing around and back and forth trying to get a glimpse of that number. Not finding any clues or help. So I give up.

### 5/5 — I guess it's just me

*2023-07-16*

I love the puzzles in this game, but when it comes to finding the tiles, all I'm doing is walking around in circles looking in the grass, on the hedges and in the rocks and I still haven't been able to find them all.  I get tired of walking around doing nothing but looking for tiles.  I still gave this game five stars because it loaded without any trouble and it's been running flawlessly ever since.  Just because I haven't figured certain things out yet doesn't mean I don't like the game, I just need to figure out what it is I'm not doing in order to get to other levels.  Love the graphics and how engaging it is.

### 4/5 — The pillar

*2022-03-12, version 1.1*

Were do i fined the code in the maze, you say stand at the archway but there are archways all over the place . I seemed to have done everything but NO code. I am really enjoying the game but this is getting frustrating. I am playing on a iPad it looks like it should be played with a joystick but I am doing it. Could you please give me some idea of how to get the code

### 4/5 — Similar to The Witness

*2021-03-01, version 1.0.8*

This game reminds me of The Witness. It's hard to play on iPad, so I might get it for Switch because it's a great game

### 1/5 — Chapter 3

*2021-02-06, version 1.0.8*

It’s impossible to pass this level.  I’ve watched all YouTube walk throughs, uninstalled and reinstalled the game and restarted the game.

### 1/5 — Control feature

*2021-02-01, version 1.0.8*

I have loved similar games but the touch navigation on screen is impossible to use easily.

### 2/5 — Lovely interface, hideous puzzles

*2021-02-01*

I wanted to love this game. It’s beautiful, the sounds are lovely, and the controls are so, so smooth. Unfortunately, there is a huge flaw in the game that is impossible to overlook: the puzzles are just terrible. The clues are either nonexistent or overly obvious. The main puzzles are a very simple drawing-paths type, with little variation - and later ones that force you to redraw paths from memory.

Some puzzles can only be solved by brute force. Some have complicated mechanics with no clues as to how they function.

I cannot recommend this game, in fact I hated playing it, but gave it two stars because the controls are so well done.

### 1/5 — Monotonous puzzles

*2021-01-27, version 1.0.8*

Whilst the graphics for the game are fantastic the gameplay is incredibly dull ,it bears a resemblance to the witness which has pretty much the same gameplay,

### 1/5 — Worst controls ever

*2021-01-22, version 1.0.8*

The controls on this game make it almost unplayable. I have requested a refund from Apple.

## Frequently asked questions about The Pillar

### What is The Pillar?

The Pillar is a puzzle escape game that blends mystery and exploration. Players navigate evolving challenges across diverse island landscapes to uncover secrets and escape a mythical maze.

### What kind of puzzles can I expect in The Pillar?

The Pillar features riddling contraptions and challenges that evolve as you progress. Solving these puzzles is key to unlocking the mysteries of each island and advancing through the game.

### Does The Pillar support offline play?

The provided data does not specify whether The Pillar supports offline play. However, as a paid game, it is likely designed for single-player experiences that may not require a constant internet connection.

### What devices can I play The Pillar on?

The Pillar is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It supports a range of Apple devices, offering flexibility for players.

### How often is The Pillar updated?

The Pillar was last updated on December 23, 2022, with version 1.1.2. The frequency of future updates is not specified, but this indicates recent developer activity.

### What is the age rating for The Pillar?

The Pillar has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide audience, including younger players, with content generally considered appropriate.

### How does The Pillar compare to other escape room games?

The Pillar distinguishes itself with its dreamlike, evolving environments and a strong emphasis on mystery. Its first-person perspective and scenic vistas offer a unique immersive experience compared to traditional escape room titles.

### What is the price of The Pillar?

The Pillar is a paid application priced at $4.99. This one-time purchase grants access to the full game without additional in-app purchases or advertisements.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2022-12-23

- bug fixes

### 1.1.1 — 2022-08-28

- bug fixes and optimizations

### 1.1 — 2021-03-10

- Support all Gamepad Controllers like MFI, Xbox, PS4, etc...
- New Sprint feature!
- Adjustments for standard Sensitivity
- Bug Fixes

### 1.0.8 — 2020-12-03

No release notes.

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