Best Match 3 Mystery Apps & Games

244+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated November 2026

Out of 244+ match 3 mystery apps and games on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Match 3 Mystery Apps & Games (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Small Town Murders: Match 3Small Town Murders: Match 3Free4.6โ˜… (36K)YesYesNov 2026
2Mystery MatchMystery MatchFree4.6โ˜… (16K)YesYesNov 2026
3Relic Match 3: Mystery SocietyRelic Match 3: Mystery SocietyFree4.1โ˜… (658)YesYesNov 2026
4Treasure Match 3: Mystery GameTreasure Match 3: Mystery GameFree4.5โ˜… (1.4K)YesYesNov 2026
5Tile Match 3D : Triple MatchTile Match 3D : Triple MatchFree4.9โ˜… (107K)YesYesNov 2026
6Mystery Forest Match 3 PremiumMystery Forest Match 3 Premium$0.993.0โ˜… (2)NoNoNov 2026
7Wild Gem Match 3 ProWild Gem Match 3 ProFree2.4โ˜… (5)YesNoMay 2026
8Match 3 games - Fruit matchMatch 3 games - Fruit matchFreeโ€”YesYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Match 3 Mystery

Small Town Murders: Match 3#1

Small Town Murders: Match 3 by Rovio Entertainment Oyj

Crime & Mystery Detective Game
Editor's Choice
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.6๐Ÿ˜ž(36K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Unravel a series of crimes in a seemingly idyllic town by solving match-3 puzzles. Investigate crime scenes, find hidden clues, and interrogate suspects to uncover the truth and bring criminals to justice. Experience a captivating mystery with colorful characters and adaptive music.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿคฉ Engaging story and characters
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Relaxing and satisfying gameplay
  • ๐ŸŽจ Great graphics and visuals

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿคฏ Levels become impossible to complete
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Game mechanics designed to encourage in-app purchases
  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent crashes and bugs
  • ๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Slow progress due to limited lives/moves
Mystery Match#2

Mystery Match by Outplay Entertainment Ltd

A Match 3 Jewel Puzzle Game
Strong Contender
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.6๐Ÿ˜(16K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Embark on a thrilling Match 3 puzzle adventure set in the 1930s. Solve over 1700 levels, uncover hidden objects, and unravel a captivating mystery alongside Detective Emma Fairfax as she travels the globe.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Good game
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Enjoyable gameplay
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Challenging levels
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Interesting story
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Generous with free lives/boosters

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Crashes and glitches
  • ๐Ÿ› Syncing and connectivity issues
  • ๐Ÿ› Progress/data loss
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Difficult to progress without in-app purchases
  • โฑ๏ธ Frustratingly difficult levels
  • ๐Ÿ™„ Excessive ads and notifications
Relic Match 3: Mystery Society#3

Relic Match 3: Mystery Society by Rolltower Studios Inc

A New Puzzle Mystery Adventure
Worth Considering
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.1๐Ÿ˜(658 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Embark on a thrilling match-3 puzzle adventure to solve mysteries and recover stolen treasures. Join a detective society, investigate crime scenes, and use your matching skills to uncover clues and progress through exciting levels. Play online or offline with beautiful graphics and captivating characters.

What We Love

  • ๐ŸŽฎ Enjoyable gameplay
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Relaxing entertainment
  • ๐ŸŽ‰ Fun challenges
  • ๐Ÿ•น๏ธ Addictive game

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent crashes and glitches
  • โฑ๏ธ Energy/lives run out too quickly
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Pushy in-app purchases
  • ๐Ÿค– Confusing game mechanics
  • ๐Ÿ™„ Repetitive gameplay

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FAQ about Match 3 Mystery

What are the best match 3 mystery apps & games for iPhone?
Small Town Murders: Match 3 tops our match 3 mystery apps & games ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 36K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 19 of the top match 3 mystery apps & games we rank are free to download, including Small Town Murders: Match 3 and Mystery Match.
Small Town Murders: Match 3 shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 244+ match 3 mystery apps & games on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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