Quell Zen+ in IOS

Puzzle

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

92/100

Quell Zen is the pinnacle of the Quell series, offering a meditative yet deeply challenging puzzle experience. The mechanic is deceptively simple: you slide a raindrop across a grid, and it only stops when it hits an obstacle. Your goal is to collect pearls in as few moves as possible. What starts as a simple logic exercise quickly evolves into a complex dance of moving blocks, portals, and gates.

The 'Zen' in the title isn't just for show. The soundtrack is incredibly soothing, and the visual design—reminiscent of a peaceful Japanese garden—creates an atmosphere of calm. It’s one of the few games that can make you feel more relaxed after playing, even when the puzzles reach a high level of difficulty. It’s a must-have for puzzle fans who value atmosphere as much as logic.

Reviewed on: Tue Feb 24 2026
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Dinsun Review

Quell Zen is the pinnacle of the series. I appreciate a puzzle game that doesn't scream for my attention with flashing lights and timed bonuses. It’s quiet, it’s thoughtful, and the difficulty curve is perfectly tuned. As a more conservative gamer, I value the clean aesthetic and the focus on pure logic. It’s the kind of game that actually feels like it’s sharpening your mind rather than just wasting your time.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Elegant puzzle mechanics
  • Beautiful soundtrack
  • Huge amount of content
  • Very similar to previous titles
  • Slow pace not for everyone

Technical Report

Performance: Extremely polished; zero bugs encountered.

Accessibility:
  • No time limits
  • Colorblind friendly

Audience Fit

Buy if: You enjoy contemplative, high-quality logic puzzles.

Skip if: You prefer high-action games or fast-paced challenges.

Similar Games:
  • Quell Memento
  • Monument Valley

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative critic
  • Hardware: iPad Air
  • Playtime: 12 hours
  • Status: Completed all main levels

The Game

Available on: Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.03Thu Jan 23 2020

Updated for iOS 13


Quell Zen - the very embodiment of relaxing logic games - features over 200 beautifully crafted challenges.

This serene puzzler has you guiding raindrops through a series of colorful mazes. Enhanced by atmospheric orchestral music, the game's subtle, sophisticated mechanics evolve as you navigate its many levels, delivering an absorbing experience that's familiar but always fresh.

Set against a narrative of a Japanese family divided, Quell Zen will take you on an unforgettable journey. Step inside this beautiful world today.

* Universal for Apple TV, iPhone/iPod and iPad.


Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Quell Zen - the very embodiment of relaxing logic games - features over 200 beautifully crafted challenges.

This serene puzzler has you guiding raindrops through a series of colorful mazes. Enhanced by atmospheric orchestral music, the game's subtle, sophisticated mechanics evolve as you navigate its many levels, delivering an absorbing experience that's familiar but always fresh.

Set against a narrative of a Japanese family divided, Quell Zen will take you on an unforgettable journey. Step inside this beautiful world today.


Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 141 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Quell Zen is the ultimate 'Zen' puzzler. Guide a droplet of water through a series of increasingly complex mazes. Featuring over 200 levels, a beautiful orchestral score, and a narrative that unfolds as you solve puzzles, it offers a deeply rewarding and peaceful gaming experience.

Features

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Over 200 hand-crafted puzzles

2

Stunning hand-painted art style

3

Soothing original soundtrack

4

Integrated hint system

Tips

Promotion Videos

Quell Reflect - Trailer - YouTube

Related Videos

News on this game

Quell follow-up Quell Memento hits PS Vita in April

UPDATE: The people behind Quell Memento reckon it will launch on PlayStation Vita late May. Fallen Tree Games told Eurogamer the puzzle game...

Eurogamer.net - Fri Dec 13 2013

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Vooks - Mon Feb 13 2023

Quell Reflect+ by Fallen Tree Games Ltd

The follow-up to our favorite zen puzzle game, Quell.

AppAdvice - Sun Sep 13 2020

Gameplays

Q&A

It is the fourth game in the Quell series, but you can play it perfectly well without having played the previous titles.

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