Enigma - Cryptograms
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About Enigma - Cryptograms
Dust off your old decoder ring and sharpen your code breaking skills.
Solve cryptograms with Enigma using patterns, letter frequencies, and common sense as you attempt to break the code.
There are over 2,200 puzzles included with more coming in future updates. (I'm typing as fast as I can...)
A Trial Version is available too.
What is a cryptogram?
A cryptogram is a block of text that has been encrypted using a "substitution cipher". In a substitution cipher, each letter is replaced with a different one.
For example:
All letters A are changed to the letter Q.
All letters B are changed to the letter R.
etc.
This mapping of letters is different for each game.
Using patterns, letter frequencies, and common sense you attempt to determine the letter for which each of the encrypted letters stands.
Application Features
The application provides several features to help you if you get stuck.
- On-Screen Navigation - Use the on-screen directional arrows to move around. Helpful if you don't have a d-pad or trackball.
- Pressing Space or Delete will clear the current letter.
- Save Game - You can save your game and come back to it if you need a break.
- Show/Hide Source - The source of the quote/text block is hidden by default. This hint will expose the source for you and hide it again to open up more screen space.
- Show Letter - When you really get stuck, this will expose the letter of your choice in the cryptogram.
- Show Puzzle - When all hope is lost, this will show you the answer to the puzzle you've been working on.
- Letter Frequency Table - Shows you the number of times a coded letter appears in the text.
- Used Letters - Shows in the keyboard display which letters are used and still available.
- Showing Duplicates - Duplicate letters are shown as italicized. So, if you enter the same letter for two different codes, Enigma will show all occurrences of that entered letter italicized.
- If you complete the puzzle without using the "Show Puzzle" option, you will be given the opportunity to email the quote to yourself or someone else.
Customization Options
Enigma can be customized to your personal tastes by choosing the Preferences menu item and selecting the appropriate options.
Color Preference
Select from different color schemes. Feel free to contact me with suggestions for more.
- Original - Reminiscent of the old green screen monitors.
- The Blues - Blue is the basis of this color scheme.
- Scarlet Letters - Deep reds make this a pleasing choice.
- Black, White, and Read All Over - A simple black and white color scheme.
Font Sizes
Select from different Font sizes. This can be very helpful on tablets where you might want the puzzle to take up more room and be easier to manage.
- Small - Useful for smaller devices.
- Medium - The original size and still the default.
- Large - Tablets will work well with this or the next size up.
- Extra-Large - Tablets will work well with this or the next size down.
Next Letter Preference
After entering a letter the focus will change based on your choice from the following options:
- Don't advance to the next letter. (Current/Default Behavior)
- Advance to the next letter.*
- Advance to the next empty letter.*
* When at the end of the puzzle, it won't wrap to the beginning.
Keyboard Preference
Select from different keyboard styles.
- Normal Keyboard - This is the traditional QWERTY keyboard.
- Gallery Keyboard - The Gallery Keyboard works by listing the letters in a gallery display such that you fling them left or right to choose the letter you want to place.
Solve cryptograms with Enigma using patterns, letter frequencies, and common sense as you attempt to break the code.
There are over 2,200 puzzles included with more coming in future updates. (I'm typing as fast as I can...)
A Trial Version is available too.
What is a cryptogram?
A cryptogram is a block of text that has been encrypted using a "substitution cipher". In a substitution cipher, each letter is replaced with a different one.
For example:
All letters A are changed to the letter Q.
All letters B are changed to the letter R.
etc.
This mapping of letters is different for each game.
Using patterns, letter frequencies, and common sense you attempt to determine the letter for which each of the encrypted letters stands.
Application Features
The application provides several features to help you if you get stuck.
- On-Screen Navigation - Use the on-screen directional arrows to move around. Helpful if you don't have a d-pad or trackball.
- Pressing Space or Delete will clear the current letter.
- Save Game - You can save your game and come back to it if you need a break.
- Show/Hide Source - The source of the quote/text block is hidden by default. This hint will expose the source for you and hide it again to open up more screen space.
- Show Letter - When you really get stuck, this will expose the letter of your choice in the cryptogram.
- Show Puzzle - When all hope is lost, this will show you the answer to the puzzle you've been working on.
- Letter Frequency Table - Shows you the number of times a coded letter appears in the text.
- Used Letters - Shows in the keyboard display which letters are used and still available.
- Showing Duplicates - Duplicate letters are shown as italicized. So, if you enter the same letter for two different codes, Enigma will show all occurrences of that entered letter italicized.
- If you complete the puzzle without using the "Show Puzzle" option, you will be given the opportunity to email the quote to yourself or someone else.
Customization Options
Enigma can be customized to your personal tastes by choosing the Preferences menu item and selecting the appropriate options.
Color Preference
Select from different color schemes. Feel free to contact me with suggestions for more.
- Original - Reminiscent of the old green screen monitors.
- The Blues - Blue is the basis of this color scheme.
- Scarlet Letters - Deep reds make this a pleasing choice.
- Black, White, and Read All Over - A simple black and white color scheme.
Font Sizes
Select from different Font sizes. This can be very helpful on tablets where you might want the puzzle to take up more room and be easier to manage.
- Small - Useful for smaller devices.
- Medium - The original size and still the default.
- Large - Tablets will work well with this or the next size up.
- Extra-Large - Tablets will work well with this or the next size down.
Next Letter Preference
After entering a letter the focus will change based on your choice from the following options:
- Don't advance to the next letter. (Current/Default Behavior)
- Advance to the next letter.*
- Advance to the next empty letter.*
* When at the end of the puzzle, it won't wrap to the beginning.
Keyboard Preference
Select from different keyboard styles.
- Normal Keyboard - This is the traditional QWERTY keyboard.
- Gallery Keyboard - The Gallery Keyboard works by listing the letters in a gallery display such that you fling them left or right to choose the letter you want to place.
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Paid
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Android
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1.6+
Android game
Game History & Updates
What's Changed
Adding more puzzles! Now there are over 2200! Yep, more than 200 new quotes.
Adding more puzzles! Now there are over 2200! Yep, more than 200 new quotes.
Price update Price changed from $0.80 to $0.99.
Version update Enigma - Cryptograms was updated to version 3.04.00
Price update Price changed from $0.99 to $0.80.
Version update Enigma - Cryptograms was updated to version 3.03.00
What are users saying about Enigma - Cryptograms
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Simple but satisfying.
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Well done !!
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by E####:
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Tons of fun and is great to kill time (like waiting in the Drs office). Nothing super flashy but that's one of the reasons it works so well! Nice one!
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by S####:
Thanks for the reply, and thanks for paying attention to the comment of the users, and for the changes that add cross out on letters already used!!! If I could give you more than five stars, I would!!!! Excellent playing, a very wide range of puzzles, and the app is very noninvasive. I purchased the full version within a week of install. It's that impressive
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Which isn't easy. I've tried many cryptogram games, and Enigma is the best.
S
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by S####:
Great game. Keep up the good work.
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by F####:
by F####:
Well done !!
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by I####:
by I####:
Exactly what I was looking for. Challenging without being impossible. Have now converted the rest of the family.
M
by M####:
by M####:
I've love these puzzles for over 10 years. I will never stop playing it. Great game.
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by G####:
It would be nice if the keyboard would blank, or darken or put a hash mark thru letters already played. I ESPECIALLY like the fact that your app doesn't want access to anything extra on my phone!!!!!!!!! Many of your competitors want access to half a dozen or more functions, including my ID and my call history, WTH is up with those moochers!!! Other than the wish for keyboard help, I give you a full thumbs up! Impressed that the developer pays attention, and replies to comment s!
M
by M####:
by M####:
Easy to use, responsive, interesting quotes, nice options. Tried and uninstalled several, bought this one.
M
by M####:
by M####:
If you love cryptograms this game is awesome!! The quotes are difficult and plentiful...worth every penny! U will definately have hours of enjoyment!
M
by M####:
by M####:
Update did not fix it. Still can't get a keyboard. :( Droid incredible
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by M####:
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No keyboard on evo
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by M####:
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No keyboard on Incredible.
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by N####:
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Nothing "code breaking" about it. Might as well play wheel of fortune. Same thing.
M
by M####:
by M####:
I downloaded many cryptogram apps, the trial version of Enigma I kept coming back to. This was my first purchased app. Totally worth it!
M
by M####:
by M####:
Awesome game that really makes you think. Would be great if it referenced a specific puzzle number and also had a timer.
M
by M####:
by M####:
Really like this, great brain teaser. Looking forward to future updates, better usability and hopefully statistics!
M
by M####:
by M####:
If it had like an auto save when you accidentally close it. Then its five stars. Would also like a save this quote feature but mainly autosave!
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Excellent, but selecting letters tricky, and kbd hides when in Menu on Hero
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by M####:
by M####:
Yeah this game is perty awesome! One of my favorite apps. Thanks for being awesome. Is outstanding on my moto Droid!
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by M####:
by M####:
A real brainbuster is this one, way cool! I been playing several weeks and not one puzzle repeated either.
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by V####:
by V####:
I play this game every night.i have not seen one puzzle duplicated yet!
M
by M####:
by M####:
I've been playing this game for something like 3 years and I still enjoy it. There aren't many games that can last you so long, so it's definitely a great value.
M
by M####:
by M####:
A fun challenging game that you have seen in newspapers across the country. It even allows you to be given a letter to start off with as the papers do
M
by M####:
by M####:
Great time killer and use of quotes from all over history and people nice touch for the hunt.
M
by M####:
by M####:
Simple and straightforward. An excellent classic style cryptogram app. Thanks!
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by N####:
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After using the trial version for only one day, I just had to buy it. This is only the 2nd app I've ever paid for! The interface *could* be improved a bit so only 4 stars, but it's very usable as-is.
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by X####:
Love the No Special Permissions, the in-app keybd, the beautiful little sayings, the challenge of the game.
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by Q####:
by Q####:
Thanks Eric for all your time and effort to resolve the Driod Bionic issue. This is a fun and challenging game and i know i will spend hours playing.
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by N####:
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Apparently, there is a permission to read the phone state which is not revealed until after install.
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by P####:
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Had it on my old droid x and its an awesome time passer.. But as soon as I got my droid x2 and tried it the key bord doesn't work at all. fix pls
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One of my most frequently used apps! Love it.
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by P####:
by P####:
Good quote. Easier to see puzzle than another similar game. Lots of fun.
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by N####:
by N####:
Worked on the original Droid, doesn't work on Droid Bionic. Pls fix.
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by N####:
Awesome game and now works on my bionic. Buy this and you wont be sorry.
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by W####:
by W####:
Won't have to buy cryptogram magazines anymore. Love it!
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Ok, I gotta say it: this is just the best pastime app. Good challenge, great quotes. Could use more from women; Julia Child had some doozies.
by K####:
Cool game,no problems. Great way to pass the time ????