Best Indie Games Puzzles

249+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated October 2026

With an average user rating of 4.4★, the indie games puzzles category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 249+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Indie Games Puzzles (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1LIMBO+LIMBO+Free4.1★ (343)NoNoOct 2026
2Boxed InBoxed InFree3.6★ (610)NoYesOct 2026
3PatternedPatternedFree4.8★ (39K)NoNoOct 2026
4Meridian 157: PrologueMeridian 157: PrologueFree4.6★ (11K)NoNoOct 2026
5The Room TwoThe Room Two$1.994.9★ (17K)NoNoOct 2026
6Maze It Out: Indie Puzzle GameMaze It Out: Indie Puzzle GameFree—NoYesJul 2026
7Hayot's ParaboxHayot's ParaboxFree4.0★ (1)YesNoOct 2026
8PATIENCE.PATIENCE.Free4.8★ (440)NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Indie Games Puzzles

LIMBO+#1

LIMBO+ by Playdead

From the creators of INSIDE
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.1😐(343 ratings)
Free
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Embark on a captivating puzzle adventure in a dark, misty world. This critically acclaimed indie game features immersive sound and visuals, with a haunting narrative that will stay with you.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent graphics and art style
  • đŸ¤¯ Challenging and engaging puzzles
  • 👍 Atmospheric and immersive experience
  • 🎮 Great with controller support

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unresponsive and inconsistent controls
  • 😞 Lack of tutorial or instructions
  • 🤔 Unclear objectives and progression
  • đŸ•ˇī¸ Disturbing and unsettling content
Boxed In#2

Boxed In by Dennis Mengelt

Fun puzzles played by millions
Strong Contender
🎮 Games
3.6😊(610 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Embark on a cosmic puzzle adventure as a robotic explorer. Navigate mind-bending challenges by pushing boxes through mesmerizing space backdrops. Strategize to collect gear and outmaneuver forcefields to reach the exit.

What We Love

  • 👍 Challenging and engaging puzzles
  • 🧠 Exercises the mind
  • đŸ•šī¸ Simple but addictive gameplay
  • 💰 Great value for free app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Game freezes or crashes after completing levels
  • 🔇 Lack of sound effects or music
  • 🔍 Difficulty seeing the robot character
  • 🎨 Dislike for updated 3D graphics
Patterned#3

Patterned by BorderLeap

Puzzling, Seamlessly Repeated
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
4.8😊(39K ratings)
Free
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A unique puzzle game where you reassemble scrambled, repeating patterns. Solve intricate designs inspired by global art and enjoy a relaxing soundtrack. Download solved patterns as wallpapers for your device.

What We Love

  • 🎨 Beautiful artwork and patterns
  • đŸŽļ Calming and relaxing music
  • 🧠 Challenging yet satisfying puzzles
  • 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
  • 🌟 Gorgeous wallpapers from completed puzzles

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Difficulty finding incomplete puzzles
  • 🎨 Washed out colors on some puzzles
  • 🧩 Pieces sometimes snap to incorrect locations
  • 🔁 Repeating patterns can be frustrating
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and glitches

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FAQ about Indie Games Puzzles

What are the best indie games puzzles for iPhone?
LIMBO+ tops our indie games puzzles ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.1-star average from 343 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top indie games puzzles we rank are free to download, including LIMBO+ and Boxed In.
LIMBO+ has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ indie games puzzles on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.