# Trestle - The New Sudoku — A game of connecting circles

> Bridge-connecting puzzle game based on Hashiwokakero, with hundreds of levels. (iPhone/iPad app by Noah Gilmore.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trestle-the-new-sudoku/id1300230302 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Noah Gilmore](https://appshunter.io/developer/1200706718)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 42 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-11-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trestle-the-new-sudoku/id1300230302/reviews.md

## What is Trestle?

Drag between circles to create a bridge. Each circle needs some amount of bridges to fill. Fill all circles to win.

Trestle is a simple, beautiful game with hours of mind-bending puzzles. Based on Hashiwokakero, a Japanese puzzle similar to Sudoku, Trestle adds a delightful, modern interface and updated rules. If you’re a hardcore Hashi player, you’ll find all the puzzles you need in Traditional mode.

Features:
- Full challenge mode packed with 700+ levels. Beautiful and fun colors and animations mean new levels are never boring.
- Not challenged enough by challenge mode? Play unlimited in Arcade mode.
- Play on the go and at home with progress that syncs across your devices through iCloud.
- Adaptive user interface works great on all iPhones and iPads, including iPhone Xs, Xs Max, and iPad Pro.
- Built in timer to race the same level with your friends in Arcade, or challenge yourself to improve your time.

What people are saying:
- "Really brings the nerd out in me. Few levels in and I'm in love with this game already!"
- "Such a simple concept, but so addicting"
- "I sat down with it last night on my iPad and before I knew it I'd finished half the levels"

Like Trestle or got a bug to report? Our tiny company has a growing community at facebook.com/trestleapp, instagram.com/trestle.app, or twitter.com/trestleapp.

Good luck!

## Key features

- Connect circles with bridges
- Hundreds of challenging levels
- Unlimited arcade mode
- iCloud progress sync
- Built-in timer for races
- Adaptive user interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| 5 hints | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| Level Set 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Set 4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Set 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Set 6 | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trestle-the-new-sudoku/id1300230302/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Entspannend

*2025-06-14*

Gefällt mir sogar besser als das klassische Hashi. Ich hoffe, es kommen immer mal neue Levelpakete hinzu. Danke für das Spiel :)

### 2/5 — Where are the rules

*2024-04-06*

It’s basically Hashi but you can connect like unlimited bridges in one direction one don’t need to contract them all

### 4/5 — Elegant implementation of a classic puzzle

*2021-02-03*

Recommend for Sudoku lovers. 2 things that bugged me: the solutions to the puzzles can be non unique, and that the precision required when drawing bridges makes it hard to do speedsolving.

### 4/5 — Great game but...

*2019-05-17*

Great game but every level pack and the game itself seems a little over priced.

### 5/5 — Fun App!

*2019-03-12*

The modern sudoku. A fun and challenging mental puzzle.

### 5/5 — Very very addictive

*2018-02-08*

This game is incredibly addictive! I’ve actually spent several hours playing it since last night. I wouldn’t be surprised if this game went “viral” at some point!

### 5/5 — Clever and fun

*2017-11-15*

A game that is simple to learn, very clever and tons of fun. It’s just the right amount of challenge for a short breaks throughout the day.

### 5/5 — Relaxing but Challenging

*2017-11-15*

This game is a lovely puzzle game that works with patterns and strategy. It is competitive only if you choose to make it so, and allows for that with a clock on each level and many levels to advance to or revisit. It is very rewarding.

### 5/5 — Addictive

*2017-11-15*

Amazingly simple and addictive

### 5/5 — Mind bending...

*2017-11-14*

This game is addicting. I played levels at the airport and almost missed my flight!

## Frequently asked questions about Trestle

### What is Trestle?

Trestle is a puzzle game where you connect circles by drawing bridges to fulfill their required connections. It's based on the Japanese puzzle Hashiwokakero and offers a modern interface with hundreds of levels.

### How many levels are in Trestle?

Trestle features over 700 levels in its Challenge mode. Additionally, Arcade mode offers unlimited gameplay for continuous challenges.

### Can I play Trestle offline?

The description does not specify offline play capabilities. However, iCloud sync suggests an internet connection may be required for progress synchronization.

### Does Trestle have multiplayer?

Trestle includes a built-in timer that allows you to race against your friends on the same level in Arcade mode, fostering a competitive element.

### What devices does Trestle support?

Trestle is designed to work on all iPhones and iPads, including iPhone Xs, Xs Max, and iPad Pro, with an adaptive user interface.

### Is Trestle suitable for children?

Trestle has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for young players. The gameplay is simple and engaging.

### How often is Trestle updated?

The latest version is 1.6.2, released on March 30, 2020. The app was initially released on November 14, 2017.

### Does Trestle have ads?

No, Trestle does not contain advertisements. It is a free game with optional in-app purchases.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.2 — 2020-03-30

Hi everyone! Thanks for keeping up with Trestle. This version includes a bug fixes and performance enhancements - due to the uptick in downloads recently, we've been able to track down and fix a few bugs.

Improvements in the previous version of Trestle:

- Dark mode support! All colors are individually tuned and adjusted to look great if you use dark mode on your iPhone or iPad
- Thanks to advancements in newer versions of iOS, the app takes up roughly 30% less space and is faster to install
- Fix for an issue where the buttons on the level selection screen would cover the text on iPad
- Fix for an issue where the background music would stop playing
- Fix for an issue where the Arcade button would show as disabled after unlocking it
- 129.5% more fun

### 1.6.1 — 2019-10-12

Hi everyone! Thanks for keeping up with Trestle. This version includes a few improvements and updates for newer phones. Specifically:

- Dark mode support! All colors are individually tuned and adjusted to look great if you use dark mode on your iPhone or iPad
- Thanks to advancements in newer versions of iOS, the app takes up roughly 30% less space and is faster to install
- Fix for an issue where the buttons on the level selection screen would cover the text on iPad
- Fix for an issue where the background music would stop playing
- Fix for an issue where the Arcade button would show as disabled after unlocking it
- 129.5% more fun

### 1.6.0 — 2019-10-11

Hi everyone! Thanks for keeping up with Trestle. This version includes a few improvements and updates for newer phones. Specifically:

- Dark mode support! All colors are individually tuned and adjusted to look great if you use dark mode on your iPhone or iPad
- Thanks to advancements in newer versions of iOS, the app takes up roughly 30% less space and is faster to install
- Fix for an issue where the buttons on the level selection screen would cover the text on iPad
- Fix for an issue where the background music would stop playing
- 129.5% more fun

Thanks again, and always feel free to reach out at twitter.com/trestleapp

### 1.5.0 — 2019-03-31

Hey everyone! Thanks for keeping up with Trestle - it's so encouraging to hear from you all about playing it on planes, vacations, etc! This version has a bunch of usability improvements and bug fixes which should hopefully make playing Trestle more fun. Specifically:

- Reminders about rules (no diagonal bridges, etc) were broken in 1.4.0. They're back now! These can always be turned off in settings.
- Zooming and dragging have been improved! You can now drag with two fingers to move the screen when you're zoomed in and never have to worry about accidentally drawing a connection. Hopefully this makes bigger levels easier to play. You can also zoom and drag at the same time.
- 384% more fun

Hope you enjoy this version of Trestle! Reminder: you can always reach out to me at twitter.com/trestleapp :)

### 1.4.0 — 2018-12-31

- We've heard your feedback - Trestle is now ad free!
- Trestle now includes background music! This can be turned off in settings.
- Fixed a bug where sometimes drawing bridges was harder because they didn't snap properly
- Fixed a bug where sometimes bridges were hard to draw immediately after removing a bridge
- Fixed a bug where the back button would appear very tiny
- iOS 12 compatibility updates and performance improvements
- 239.4% more fun

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All apps by Noah Gilmore: https://appshunter.io/developer/1200706718

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