The Eyes of Ara is an absolute triumph for fans of atmospheric puzzle-adventures. Drawing heavy inspiration from classics like Myst and The Room, it places you on a remote island to investigate a mysterious radio signal emanating from an ancient, weathered castle. From the moment you step onto the grounds, the sense of isolation and history is palpable. The developer has crafted a world that feels lived-in; the castle isn't just a series of puzzles, it’s a narrative puzzle box where the architecture itself tells a story of restlessness, storms, and ghostly lights.
The puzzles themselves are remarkably tactile. You aren't just clicking icons; you are sliding panels, rotating gears, and manipulating complex machinery in a way that feels organic to the 3D environment. What sets Ara apart is its lack of hand-holding. It respects your intelligence, encouraging you to scour environments for hidden notes, symbols, and keepsakes that flesh out the lives of the castle's former occupants. The minimalist interface ensures that nothing comes between you and the gorgeous visuals. If you enjoy the 'First Person Adventure' genre, this is arguably one of the best available on mobile, offering a deep, mind-bending experience with a plot twist that genuinely surprises.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.5.0Sun Oct 23 2022
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Lose yourself in a stunning puzzle adventure set in a gorgeous 3D environment. Explore a vast, ancient castle riddled with secret vaults and hidden rooms. Solve elaborate puzzles, uncover lost treasures, and unravel a mystery bridging the scientific and the arcane.
Alone on a remote island stands a weathered castle. For years it has lain dormant yet still the townspeople recall old stories of restless dreams, violent storms, and the eerie glow of ghostly lights dancing in the mist. Recently, a mysterious signal has begun broadcasting from within the abandoned halls. Something inside the castle has awoken, now someone needs to venture inside to discover the truth.
COUNTLESS SECRETS TO DISCOVER
Weave your way through a complex web of puzzles to unlock the castle’s ultimate truth or choose your own path: search for secret vaults and hidden passageways, hunt down lost treasures, and discover the history of the castle and its former occupants.
IMMERSIVE 3D ENVIRONMENTS
Take in The Eyes of Ara’s award-winning 3D environments as you explore its richly detailed world.
INTUITIVE TOUCH CONTROLS
Tactile touch controls make exploring the castle and solving puzzles feel incredibly natural.
UNIQUELY REFINED FOR iPHONE AND iPAD
Hand-placed camera design and device-specific UIs ensures the best possible experience no matter what size screen you play on.
ORGANIC STORYTELLING
Piece together an intriguing narrative from scraps of information and visual details embedded in the world itself.
MINIMALIST INTERFACE
Investigate the castle’s secrets using a sleek, clean interface that can be hidden entirely off-screen with a tap.
GAMECENTER ENHANCED
Track your progress and unlock a multitude of achievements.
MULTIPLE LANGUAGES SUPPORTED
Play in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, Brazilian-Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.
100 Stones Interactive is an independent games studio based in Brisbane, Australia
Follow us online at:
Web: www.100stonesinteractive.com
Twitter: @100stonesgames
Facebook: 100 Stones Interactive
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Lose yourself in a stunning puzzle adventure set in a gorgeous 3D environment. Explore a vast, ancient castle riddled with secret vaults and hidden rooms. Solve elaborate puzzles, uncover lost treasures, and unravel a mystery bridging the scientific and the arcane.
Alone on a remote island stands a weathered castle. For years it has lain dormant yet still the townspeople recall old stories of restless dreams, violent storms, and the eerie glow of ghostly lights dancing in the mist. Recently, a mysterious signal has begun broadcasting from within the abandoned halls. Something inside the castle has awoken, now someone needs to venture inside to discover the truth.
COUNTLESS SECRETS TO DISCOVER
Weave your way through a complex web of puzzles to unlock the castle’s ultimate truth or choose your own path: search for secret vaults and hidden passageways, hunt down lost treasures, and discover the history of the castle and its former occupants.
IMMERSIVE 3D ENVIRONMENTS
Take in The Eyes of Ara’s award-winning 3D environments as you explore its richly detailed world.
INTUITIVE TOUCH CONTROLS
Tactile touch controls make exploring the castle and solving puzzles feel incredibly natural.
UNIQUELY REFINED FOR iPHONE AND iPAD
Hand-placed camera design and device-specific UIs ensures the best possible experience no matter what size screen you play on.
ORGANIC STORYTELLING
Piece together an intriguing narrative from scraps of information and visual details embedded in the world itself.
MINIMALIST INTERFACE
Investigate the castle’s secrets using a sleek, clean interface that can be hidden entirely off-screen with a tap.
GAMECENTER ENHANCED
Track your progress and unlock a multitude of achievements.
MULTIPLE LANGUAGES SUPPORTED
Play in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Russian, Brazilian-Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.
100 Stones Interactive is an independent games studio based in Brisbane, Australia
Follow us online at:
Web: www.100stonesinteractive.com
Twitter: @100stonesgames
Facebook: 100 Stones Interactive












The Eyes of Ara is an award-winning puzzle-adventure set in a stunningly detailed 3D environment. Alone on a remote island, you must explore an ancient castle to uncover the source of a mysterious radio signal. The game features tactile gameplay where you manipulate complex mechanisms and solve varied riddles to reveal long-forgotten secrets. With a focus on organic storytelling, players discover lost writings and keepsakes to piece together the castle's history. Featuring a minimalist interface and a rich, atmospheric soundtrack, it offers a challenging and immersive experience for fans of the mystery genre.
Gorgeous, immersive 3D environments
Intricate, tactile puzzles and mechanisms
Hidden secrets and optional collectibles
Deep, organic narrative storytelling
Sleek, minimalist interface for total immersion
Always examine both the front and back of any objects or notes you find. Clues for later puzzles are often hidden in plain sight as environmental details or recurring symbols.
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The game uses direct touch controls. If you see a lever or a dial, try swiping in different directions to see how it moves. Many mechanisms require multi-step logical thinking to activate.
The game encourages independent discovery and exploration; however, the environment is filled with logical clues to help you progress.