Best Lateral Thinking Apps & Games

195+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the lateral thinking category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 195+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Lateral Thinking

Crack me! Lateral Thinking#1

Crack me! Lateral Thinking by Nekhoroshev Ilya

Unique Tricky Test
Editor's Choice
🎮 Games
4.3(180 ratings)
Free
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This unique puzzle game challenges you to think creatively and utilize your device's capabilities to solve a series of tricky tests, learning new features and scenarios along the way. Can you use your imagination to overcome the challenges and click "Finish," or will your smartphone outsmart you?

Situation Puzzle#3

Situation Puzzle by Amaneks, Inc.

Lateral Thinking Puzzles
Worth Considering
🎮 Games
3.4(22 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Challenge your thinking skills with a unique Situation Puzzle app that goes beyond traditional quizzes. Ask AI questions, explore diverse quizzes, and improve problem-solving abilities while having fun. Download now to unleash creativity and enhance your lateral thinking!

More Lateral Thinking apps to explore

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Dark Stories
Dark Stories
Dark Stories
by Treebit Technologies
Free

Dark Stories is a group game where players act as detectives to solve fictional mysteries read aloud by a chosen narrator. With over 200 stories included, it's perfect for parties and gatherings with friends. Download now and test your detective skills!

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(173)
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Tangent Tactics
Tangent Tactics
Tangent Tactics
by Jacob Gemmell
Free

A mental toolset for breaking through creative blocks and technical challenges, offering a collection of field-tested prompts to shift your thinking and help you approach problems from new angles. Swipe through the prompts when you're stuck, and don't overthink it – some may not make sense until later, but they can help you break through decision paralysis and find new solutions.

📊 Productivity
(2)
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Critical Thinking Concepts
Critical Thinking Concepts
Critical Thinking Concepts
Reasoning and Mental Models
Free

This interactive study companion helps users develop critical thinking skills by providing access to core concepts, methods, and terminology, making it easier to analyze and reason through complex issues. By utilizing features like Q&A, swipe cards, and visual learning, users can evolve their mindset and become strategic thinkers equipped to navigate the challenges of the 21st century.

📚 Education
(37)
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謎解きの王様 Lateral thinking game
謎解きの王様 Lateral thinking game
謎解きの王様 Lateral thinking game
yes/no puzzle, sea turtle soup
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
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AYOA - Mind Mapping
AYOA - Mind Mapping
AYOA - Mind Mapping
Neuro-inclusive productivity
Free

Unleash the power of mind mapping with this ultimate tool for transforming ideas into action. Collaborate, organize thoughts, and bring your best concepts to life with ease. Get started today and experience a whole new way of working!

📊 Productivity
(1K)
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Thinking wisely
Thinking wisely
Thinking wisely
about thinking
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
10
Kit - Yes or no puzzles
Kit - Yes or no puzzles
Kit - Yes or no puzzles
Lateral thinking puzzles
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
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Psychology: creative
Psychology: creative
Psychology: creative
new, ingenious, innovative
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
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The Impossible Cube Maze Game
The Impossible Cube Maze Game
The Impossible Cube Maze Game
Journey to the Center
Free
🎮 Games
(42)
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Oblique Strategies SE
Oblique Strategies SE
Oblique Strategies SE
Beat creative block. Get ideas
$3.99

An app inspired by "Oblique Strategies" designed to aid creativity by providing ambiguous phrases for problem-solving. Users can access various decks and a minimalist interface that promotes creative thinking. Available on iOS with features like daily quotes, VoiceOver support, and shake for a new phrase.

📊 Productivity
(531)
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ألغاز عبور النهر
ألغاز عبور النهر
ألغاز عبور النهر
by Abd alhameed Alhinbazly
Free

The application is a puzzle game where the goal is to transport a group of characters from one side of a river to the other, following certain rules and constraints. It offers progressive difficulty levels and the option to view solutions, making it a challenging yet rewarding experience for both adults and children. Explore the ancient and captivating River Crossing puzzles and test your problem-solving skills.

🎮 Games
(150)
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Black Stories - Dark Puzzles
Black Stories - Dark Puzzles
Black Stories - Dark Puzzles
2+ Party Game - Think Lateral
Free

Solve over 200 dark and puzzling scenarios in this party game, where you can play as a detective or narrator. Test your logic and creativity with unique lateral thinking puzzles, perfect for game nights and gatherings. Download now and join the ranks of the best detectives in unraveling the mysteries of Black Stories!

🎮 Games
(5)
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Mystery Riddles-Lateral Puzzle
Mystery Riddles-Lateral Puzzle
Mystery Riddles-Lateral Puzzle
Solve Logic & Lateral Thinking
Free
🎮 Games
(0)
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Creative Whack Pack
Creative Whack Pack
Creative Whack Pack
by Creative Think
Free
$1.99 | 100% OFF

Unleash your creativity with 84 interactive strategies from this app, hailed as the ultimate brainstorming tool by Innovation Tools. Explore new realms of creative thinking with the latest update featuring 20 additional cards.

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(226)
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Freaky Focus
Freaky Focus
Freaky Focus
The most addicting brain game
Free

Exercise both sides of your brain and enhance cognitive abilities with a unique brain game that challenges your analytical and intuitive skills simultaneously. Improve problem-solving and decision-making by training your brain to efficiently utilize both hemispheres.

📚 Education
(558)
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ThinkSpace: Next-gen Mind Map
ThinkSpace: Next-gen Mind Map
ThinkSpace: Next-gen Mind Map
All In One Idea Note
Free

A cutting-edge idea management tool designed for creative thinkers and teams, featuring fluid handwritten notes, customizable canvases, various idea generation frameworks, and real-time collaboration. Perfect for professionals and students seeking to enhance their creative processes. Sign up now to unleash your creativity!

📊 Productivity
(271)
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The Better Brain Library
The Better Brain Library
The Better Brain Library
Book Summaries, Quiz, Tips
Free

Discover how to optimize your brain's potential with summaries of popular books on cognitive skills, learning, and brain health. Get instant access to key concepts and principles from renowned researchers and scientists, and start improving your mind's abilities today.

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