Item: Myrddin
Rating: 72
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

72/100

Myrddin is a surprisingly atmospheric puzzle game that feels like a love letter to classic logic challenges. Named after the Welsh name for Merlin, the game carries a subtle mystical undertone without leaning too heavily into fantasy tropes. The puzzles are clean, often involving spatial reasoning and pattern recognition that starts off deceptively simple but quickly ramps up in complexity.

What I appreciated most about Myrddin is its aesthetic restraint. There are no distracting ads or flashy menus; it’s a focused experience that respects the player's intelligence. It’s the kind of game you play on a rainy afternoon with a cup of tea. While it might not have the 'explosive' feedback of modern match-3 games, its methodical pace and satisfying 'click' when a puzzle is solved make it a standout for fans of pure logic games.

Dinsun reviewed on: Sun May 19 2024

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

419224103

$0.99 4+★4.1 27 reviews

Author : Brian Lundgren

Pubish Date : Tue Feb 15 2011

Last Update Date : Mon Mar 21 2016

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 2.0Mon Mar 21 2016

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Updated for iOS 9.
The classic handheld game, back in the palm of your hand.
A faithful reproduction of the late-'70s bestseller Merlin, with all six of the original games:
• Tic-Tac-Toe
• Music Machine
• Echo
• Blackjack 13
• Magic Square
• Mindbender
Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
The classic handheld game, back in the palm of your hand.
A faithful reproduction of the late-'70s bestseller Merlin, with all six of the original games:
• Tic-Tac-Toe
• Music Machine
• Echo
• Blackjack 13
• Magic Square
• Mindbender

Ratings & Reviews

4.1 out of 5 with 27 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Myrddin is a sophisticated puzzle game that challenges players to solve intricate logic problems through spatial reasoning. Set against a backdrop of minimalist design and soothing soundscapes, the game provides hundreds of levels that range from beginner to expert difficulty. Each level requires careful thought and planning, making it the perfect exercise for the mind. Whether you have five minutes or an hour, Myrddin offers a rewarding intellectual challenge without the distractions of modern mobile gaming.

Features

Hundreds of hand-crafted logic levels

Minimalist, distraction-free art style

Increasingly difficult puzzles to test all skill levels

Soothing ambient soundtrack

Tracks your best scores and move counts

Tips

Solving Your First Pattern

Examine the target pattern shown at the top of the screen. Tap the interactive elements on the board to move or flip them until they match the target. Each move counts toward your total score, so plan carefully to solve it in the minimum number of steps.

Gameplays

Pattern Recognition and Planning

The gameplay revolves around manipulating a set of pieces to reach a specific configuration. Players must understand how moving one piece affects the others on the board, requiring a deep level of forward-thinking and logic.