Monument Valley

I don't often write reviews, especially for phone games. But this was truly a unique experience. Never has a puzzle game left me so satisfied and wanting more than this game, I was sad when it was over and immediately bought the extra levels and was not disappointed in the slightest. The sounds, music, and the look and feel of this game are incredible! Very reminiscent of Journey. The puzzles are beautifully made, very simple but challenging. Controls work very well, only complaint is there isn't more.

This is the first mobile game I've ever played that's so good that it warrants mobile gaming as a significant gaming platform. The art, music, gameplay and everything about it is beautiful and coated in polish. I love the Escher vibe to it and the intelligent level design, especially in forgotten shores. This is one of those rare titles that I will never stop recommending to people. On a side note, it was awesome seeing the game referenced in House of Cards, it deserves every bit of publicity it can get.

This is the first and only gaming app I've bought thus far. Its game play wherein which its music, ui, play style makes it an app unlike any other. The creators of this game are absolutely brilliant to have come up with such a remarkable app. They have also inspired me to code an app of my own. I could sing no higher praise to the creators and their app. I would highly recommend everybody to download and try this app for it will surely bring you an experience that'll be entirely and absolutely different.

Words cannot describe the incredible awesomeness of this game. The geometry of the levels is absolutely mind-blowing and it is fun and challenging in all the great ways a game can be. The developers have made an absolute masterpiece and there are no other games out there that come close to this one. You cannot go wrong in downloading this game. It is worth WAY more than the price. I just hope they come up with more levels. I could play hundreds of them. UPDATE: I bought/downloaded the added 8 levels and they are incredible. WELL worth the $. (Acer A500 10.1" Tablet - Android v4.0.3)

Words can't describe how happy I am for buying this gem. I was sceptic regarding how reviews used to say that this game is short. But really, now I don't care - the music is legendary, the game looks astonishingly great and gameplay is so intuitive. One of the best gaming experiences of all time for me. Just GEDDIT!

Every chapter, invariably at some point, made me chuckle and say, "oh!". Completed all three major sections and definitely want more. Thinking there is fun still to be had with replaying. And family content means everyone can play. This is a large download and significantly drains my battery, but worth it.

I've recently taken a break from console and PC gaming to focus on studies and work, but this damn mobile game had me hooked! I was devastated to finish it all :( Im a student game designer and this game is an incredible inspiration for offering something unique, challenging and fun! It was also beautiful to look at. If you are ever looking for another member of the team! I have an email ahah

This is the first mobile game i have ever paid for, and i have to say it did not disappoint. The graphics, interface, music and gameplay all complement each other perfectly. I finished the main story and purchased the expansion without hesitation. My only criticism is that the game is too short and i hope the developers are working on more levels. Despite this, i would purchase - and repurchase this game any day of the week. It is flawless and is unparallelled by any game - it will leave you speechess :)

Visually beautiful! This is a breath of fresh air in a guns, bombs, fast cars and zombie dominated world. I couldn't get enough of it and didn't stop playing until it was completed. That said it was over far, far, far too quickly. The game guides you through so the levels are/can seem easy as there is no wrong way to play. It is just a matter of how quickly you will figure it out. All that said I did pay to play the extra levels as I couldn't get enough of it. I Look forward to more, more than 10 levels!

This is the 2nd time I've bought this game. Bought for Kindle a few years back 2012 or 13 ... t's been over a year sense the 3rd extension pack came out, & was hoping for another. I miss the game so hell, why not buy again.

You don't play this game as much as you experience it. There are a few levels that really challenge your spatial reasoning and how you look at geometry. The music is soothing and the gameplay is simple and smooth as butter. Easily one of the best games I've ever played. Really hope they can put out some new levels one day, but the cost of this game plus the $1.99 in-game purchase for the extra pack is soooooooo worth it.

From the get go the sounds are soothing, the colors calming and dimensions calling ;) The story is light but the puzzle dimensions continuously drive you on to see what they will come up with next. It looks gorgeous through the whole game without becoming boring or repetative. The puzzles change so much that you never feel like you're seeing the same thing over and over again. It is well worth the money to play it.

I am not at all paid by the devs. I honestly think this is the single greatest cell phone. I'm not exaggerating at all. It's an amazing puzzle with beautiful art styling and gorgeous audio and not broken(remember that last one). There are a lot of clones, but this is the first and the best. It's completely worth the money and has no ads or micro transactions. (the in app purchase is for a dlc that's basically a sequel) The story was beautiful while vague. I've never cried for a SPOILER.

I'm not sure why people have such a problem paying $1 for half of a game and another $2 for the rest of it if you like it. I would have rather paid $0 up front for 1/4 to try it out then another $5 for the rest. Luckily though, I took the plunge and risked the first dollar. Very fun thinking game. Not super hard, but interesting.

I'm 25. came from a great generation of games. rpgs and story mean the world to me, and I've been extremely picky the last few years getting older. Never has a game caught me so quick as this, especially on a phone. I cannot recommend this game more. it's whimsical, beautiful, catching, stunning, brain tingling, and heart strumming all in one. Idk if it's just a fun nitch in my life this game has found, or if it really is just that F***ing amazing. GGWp. edit:changed to 3 star for being INCREDIBLY short

This game will blow your mind, bend the laws of physics, make your hairs stand on end and will make you shocked. By far the most amazing, beautiful and well made game I've ever played, not only on my phone but though out all of my gaming experiences. Looks amazing on my s7 edge. The game can be long or short, as it differs from how much you think outside the box. The graphics and visuals are amazing, the puzzles are those made by a genius and the story will touch you. Genuinely, amazing. Just get it. <3

I completely feel in love with this application, as did my 7 year old, but we were terribly disappointed by only 19 levels. They're so quick to complete that it's all over too soon! We didn't feel it was too easy, just to short. Visuals: AMAZING. Sorry: INTRIGUING. Overall, our ONLY complaint is that it needs more levels. PLEASE add more levels!

$4 for an hour or two of game play... It's not a bad deal compared to a movie ticket but it doesn't have much replay-ability so its literally a one shot game. That being said, graphics are great, game play is amazing, and the soundtrack pulls it together. I don't regret the money I spent, but I'm back in Google play looking for something else to play.

My girlfried was showing me this

This is the most beautiful mobile game I've ever seen. It's absolutely brilliant and captures the essence of Escher fantastically. I believe Escher himself would be amazed by this game. However, this us not really a puzzle game. When the only action you can take solves the puzzle, it's not really a puzzle. Even though I was awestruck at every level, the whole game only took me a few minutes to go through. Forgotten Shores doesn't require download, this us just disrespectful.

I'd say this game was more of a spectacle than anything else. The graphics and mesmerizing colours are what sold me to continue into the extension although the puzzles are not too difficult. It's a fine balance between a relaxed game and a challenging one. Definitely worth the money just for the concept itself. Looking forward to more levels, please!

This game was verry cute and super fun to play...for a few hours. I couldn't believe how short this game was for the 4 dollars I paid. I just got this game this morning! My sister just got it too and both of us already finished it today. We just waisted 8 $! The app designers should make this worth it and make it long.

Is puzzling a real word? I don't know. The game looks gorgeous and the music arrangement makes playing the game a relaxing experience. Looking at the different environments and geometry could amaze anyone. The use of the touch screen is also perfect for mobile devices. The puzzle mechanic is a great idea, but poorly executed however. Most of the times you simply have to walk to a button by spinning around a wheel, and wait for something that makes the next button available. Doesn't really make you think.

Monument Valley is no ordinary game. It has beautiful music, a great story, calm gameplay, and still holds a true challenge and is still labeled as a puzzle, but feels like a game. The artwork and design is created with love and a passion for sharing its beauty. Overall, my favorite game by-far in the app store and one that I cannot stop playing.

This game is amazing in both depth and design and, although a bit short, totally worth the price. That said, I'm having issues purchasing forgotten shores. Whatever the type of payment I chose this type of payment is refused. Since I can purchase other products from the play store, I think this issue is specific to this expansion. I'll gladly rate this app 5 stars if this issue is resolved.

The only bad thing about this game is just the fact that it's a really short game. The music is beautiful, our main character "Ida" is so cute, the graphics are so breathtaking. The puzzles are pretty hard BUT in a good way. It's a shame that there are only some levels to play. I wish there were more levels; this game is really just that good. I want more levels!! :(

Like most of the reviews this game is beautifully designed and I truly enjoyed the puzzles. I understand the need of payment usually before complete games in indie development but I think the extra levels should not have been as pricey. They are very short and simple and detract from the beauty as you don't have long to explore as the level is over before you feel part if it. 4/5 for price but definitely recommend this game.

But this is just something else. It's jaw-dropping in so many aspects. The visual style and atmosphere, the Escheresque geometrically impossible puzzles and the "ah wow!" factor of solving them. Everything about this game screams genius and unique.

A very good concept executed in a fantastic fashion. Sadly it is currently way too expensive for what it's offering. $4 is good for 10 levels (1-2 hours of gameplay) which aren't challenging in the slightest, and then I am expected to pay even more for extra gameplay. It's a shame, this game would be an easy 5 star rating if it wasn't ridiculously short and waay overpriced.

I have never written a game review before but this one deserves it. It's absolutely beautiful. The look and feel of the game and the music and sounds and everything just comes together in perfect harmony. Don't want to stop playing but have work tomorrow so thought the least I could do was write a good review before sleeping

I played this game over and over and over, like dozens of times. I don't even know what I'm trying to achieve any more, beside enjoying the beautiful worlds all over again. It is too bad that development is stopped way too early, and that new content is not to be expected ever again... But even with this limited gameplay lengthwise, this game is about to remain one of the most influencing mobile game ever.

Mind bending and completely addictive game. Totally want to continue playing on Forgotten Shores but I cannot purchase as all my method of payment are invalid for some reason. Slight disappointment that it's not more difficult and took me too short a time to complete. Still enjoyed it. See you soon, Ida.

This is a very good game! Very fun, immersive, and the soundtrack is just STUNNING. I've beaten both this and Forgotten Shores about 10 times now and it still feels fun each time! It's also helpful with relaxing. This game has helped me with anxiety attacks several times by giving a fun distraction. Highly recommended :)

Gorgeous graphics, music, and story! Deceptively simple in many ways. Some challenges are fairly straightforward; others may have you thinking, "But I can't get OVER there...." Well, yes you can. Remember this is Escheresque. Very. And appropriately haunting as well. SPOILER ALERT for folks like me who love cute things: nothing bad happens to the totem! I almost cried at two points, but it worked out OK.

What gameplay there is feels smart and original and I love the design but it is far too short to be a pay for game. It's so short that even if they doubled the number of levels it would still feel short. If you're going to pay for a game you might as well download "limbo". Hope they add new levels!!

Not worth the money, no challenge, only 10 around 5 minute levels, is just something not fun. I demand a refund

I enjoyed this game but like many other I thought it was way too short. I just hope the money I paid goes back in to developing more levels

The design and artwork are simple, elegant, cute, and absolutely stunning. This has to be one of my favorite games, I just wish there were more levels.

I mean game is not bad, it's ok, some levels are boring, some are interesting but my problem is why is it so expensive if there are only 10 levels?

Who's here because of House of Cards? Haha, great game