Quell is the kind of puzzle game that respects your intelligence while soothing your soul. It’s an 'ice-slide' puzzler at its core—where your droplet moves in a straight line until it hits an obstacle—but it adds layers of complexity with spikes, switches, and teleporters.
What sets Quell apart is its presentation. It uses a soft, watercolor aesthetic and a melancholic piano score that makes the experience feel like you're leafing through an old family photo album. It’s a very intimate game. The 'Perfect' move counter adds a layer of challenge for perfectionists, but for those just looking to unwind, the game never punishes you for taking your time. It is a rare example of a 'zen' game that actually provides a genuine mental workout.
Available on: Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.90Fri Jan 24 2020
Updated for iOS 13
Quell is an enchanting game of logic which has taken the puzzle world by storm. Don’t take our word for it! Read our user reviews (thanks guys!), and see for yourself!
"Quell. Is. Perfect" - No Dpad
"Woozily hypnotic" – Eurogamer
"Gaming App of the Day" – Kotaku
"Beautifully relaxing" – AppSpy
"Calming zen-like atmosphere" – Gamezebo
"Absolute joy to play" - Pocket Full of Apps
"Incredibly polished. Extra fun. Constantly amazes" – iPhoneAlley
"Seems to lower blood pressure instead of raising it" – BestKidsApps
* Over 80 levels of cunningly crafted puzzles – requires lateral thinking!
* Perfectly balanced difficulty curve – soothing, not frustrating!
* Universal app - works across Apple TV, iPhone and iPad devices
* Beautiful hand-painted art!
* Custom soundtrack by top composer Steven Cravis – Calming music helps the brain!
* Localized for English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese, and Japanese.
Fall in love with Quell today...
Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.***** Thanks to the 4 million+ players who’ve already fallen in love with Quell, Quell Reflect, and Quell Memento, and helped us to No 1 in several countries! *****
Quell is an enchanting game of logic which has taken the puzzle world by storm. Don’t take our word for it! Read our user reviews (thanks guys!), and see for yourself!
"Quell. Is. Perfect" - No Dpad
"Woozily hypnotic" – Eurogamer
"Gaming App of the Day" – Kotaku
"Beautifully relaxing" – AppSpy
"Calming zen-like atmosphere" – Gamezebo
"Absolute joy to play" - Pocket Full of Apps
"Incredibly polished. Extra fun. Constantly amazes" – iPhoneAlley
"Seems to lower blood pressure instead of raising it" – BestKidsApps
* Over 80 levels of cunningly crafted puzzles – requires lateral thinking!
* Perfectly balanced difficulty curve – soothing, not frustrating!
* iCloud integration / Universal app – Sync on all your iOS devices!
* HD and Retina support – beautiful hand-painted art!
* GameCenter Achievements and Leaderboards – Challenge your friends!
* Custom soundtrack by top composer Steven Cravis – Calming music helps the brain!
* Localized for English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese, and Japanese.
* Requires iOS 6.0 or higher.
Fall in love with Quell today...










Quell is an enchanting game of logic and beauty. Guide a raindrop through a series of increasingly difficult puzzles while surrounded by a relaxing atmosphere and a stunning original soundtrack. With no timers and a focus on clever level design, Quell offers a peaceful challenge for puzzle lovers of all ages.
80+ hand-crafted levels
Beautiful orchestral soundtrack
Intuitive swipe controls
Detailed stat tracking
Cloud save support
Before moving, look for the 'stop' points on the board. Often, the shortest path to a pearl is a trap; look for ways to use switches to create new walls for your droplet to hit.
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Every level has a 'par' score. Achieving the minimum number of moves unlocks special achievements and proves your mastery of the stage's logic.
Quell generally follows a linear progression, but you can revisit any unlocked level to improve your score and unlock subsequent stages.