# Torus Games

> Educational games exploring multiconnected universe concepts for ages 10+. (iPhone/iPad app by Jeff Weeks.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torus-games/id471295451 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jeff Weeks](https://appshunter.io/developer/326104308)
- Category: Education, Games, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese and 5 more
- Released: 2011-10-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torus-games/id471295451/reviews.md

## What is Torus Games?

Nine familiar games introduce children ages 10 and up to the mind-stretching possibility of a “multiconnected universe”.  Games include: tic-tac-toe, mazes, crossword puzzles, word search puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, chess, pool and gomoku.  While playing the games, kids develop an intuitive visual understanding of a model universe that is finite yet has no boundary.  Players who master the games in 2D may enjoy the extra challenge of solving 3D mazes and playing 3D tic-tac-toe in multiconnected 3D spaces.  Even though the games were designed with kids in mind, adults interested in topology, geometry and cosmology have also found them enjoyable and enlightening.

## Key features

- Multiconnected universe exploration
- Familiar games with educational twist
- 2D and 3D game modes
- Develops spatial reasoning
- Topology and geometry concepts
- Suitable for ages 10+

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torus-games/id471295451/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fun little game

*2022-10-09*

I had this on my old Android, so it’s nice to be able to get it again on apple. A good little brain workout, with the added bonus that my friends have yet to figure out how I can always win the tic tac toe :P

### 5/5 — Cool

*2019-01-11*

It’s a nice, simple introduction to higher dimension math, but most importantly, it’s fun (even if you already get the concept)

### 5/5 — Great games

*2014-06-25*

I just saw Jeff Weeks give a talk on the shape of space - the title of his book. In it, he used this exact game to demonstrate principles of geometry that could help us understand the universe we live in. For non-mathematicians the game can help give an understanding of how different spaces behave, and add to that how fun and well made these games are and you have something that is well worth downloading.

Also - includes other two and three dimensional models e.g., Klein bottle.

Thanks Jeff!

### 5/5 — Thanks

*2013-01-04*

I have used the Shape of Space program in my classroom and LOVE that the students can now access the games on iPads.  Thanks for making such a great learning tool and making it available for free!

### 3/5 — Uhhhhhh

*2012-08-08*

The game boards never end and of you get the game you will understand, it is super awkward to play any game and that is it, it would be a better game without the. Repeating game boards!

### 5/5 — Klein Bottle

*2012-05-22*

Amazing collection of board games on a torus and klein bottle.

### 5/5 — Mind bending versions to old games

*2012-02-02*

Just when you thought tictactoe was easy, the rotating board changes everything. Try the Klein Bottle version of pool and the ball's path is no longer predictable. Chess is so much more challenging. Give it a try.

## Frequently asked questions about Torus Games

### What is Torus Games?

Torus Games is an educational application that uses familiar games to introduce players to the concept of a multiconnected universe. It aims to develop an intuitive visual understanding of complex mathematical and geometric ideas.

### What age is Torus Games suitable for?

Torus Games is designed for children aged 10 and up, but adults interested in topology, geometry, and cosmology have also found it enjoyable and enlightening. The app has an age rating of 4+.

### What games are included in Torus Games?

Torus Games includes nine familiar games such as tic-tac-toe, mazes, crossword puzzles, word search puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, chess, pool, and gomoku, all presented with an educational focus on multiconnected universes.

### Does Torus Games offer 3D gameplay?

Yes, Torus Games offers an extra challenge with 3D mazes and 3D tic-tac-toe in multiconnected 3D spaces for players who have mastered the 2D versions.

### How often is Torus Games updated?

The latest version of Torus Games is 5.10, which was last updated on January 25, 2021. This indicates a moderate update frequency for the application.

### What devices support Torus Games?

Torus Games is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### Is Torus Games free to download?

Yes, Torus Games is available for free, with no in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted educational experience.

### What is the user sentiment for Torus Games?

Torus Games has received a high rating of 4.9 stars from 14 ratings, suggesting a very positive user experience and satisfaction with the app's educational content and gameplay.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.10 — 2021-01-25

More efficient compression of Jigsaw Puzzle images for improved wide-color support and reduced download size

### 5.9.1 — 2020-09-24

v 5.9.1:  Works around bug on A9/A10 devices (details below), thanks to Alex Jacoby.
v 5.9.0:
- Chess algorithm now 100 times as fast as old algorithm. (Reason: when searching for a move, it now uses “αβ pruning” in its search tree.)  Offers “Extra Hard” difficulty level.
- Gomoku algorithm now plays better and runs 1000 times as fast as old algorithm.  (Reasons:  more efficient data structures, increased search depth, and “αβ pruning”.)  Offers “Extra Hard” difficulty level.
- Supports Wide Color displays.
- Minor aesthetic improvements.

v 5.9.1 details:
Replaced an 8-bit unsigned integer with a 16-bit unsigned integer to work around a bug in the A9 and A10 GPU's handling of the former, which had led to incorrectly displayed walls in Torus Games maze when running on devices with A9 and A10 processors.  Many thanks to Alex Jacoby for reporting this bug.

### 5.9.0 — 2020-09-17

- Chess algorithm now 100 times as fast as old algorithm. (Reason: when searching for a move, it now uses “αβ pruning” in its search tree.)  Offers “Extra Hard” difficulty level.
- Gomoku algorithm now plays better and runs 1000 times as fast as old algorithm.  (Reasons:  more efficient data structures, increased search depth, and “αβ pruning”.)  Offers “Extra Hard” difficulty level.
- Supports Wide Color displays.
- Minor aesthetic improvements.

### 5.8.3 — 2020-04-03

- Launch-screen format satisfies new App Store requirement
- Toolbar height adapts to default for iPhone or iPad

### 5.8.1 — 2019-10-12

Updated for iOS 13

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