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Apps Like Golly for iPhone and iPad

Explore cellular automata universes and patterns.

The app explores Conway's Game of Life and other cellular automata. It supports bounded and unbounded universes with up to 256 states and multiple algorithms, including hashlife.

by Andrew Trevorrow★ 4.846 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-10-02

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  1. Jewel Castle app icon

    Jewel Castle

    SUPERBOX. Inc

    Match jewels, complete stages, collect rewards

    Play a match-3 game featuring colorful jewels and challenging stages. Match three or more identical jewels to clear levels and complete missions. Connect jewels for special effects. Play offline and log in via Facebook to share with friends.

    ★ 4.8712 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-14
  2. Nonogram - Logic Number Games app icon

    Nonogram - Logic Number Games

    俊杰 龚

    Solve puzzles and track progress

    Solve picture puzzles by filling grids based on numerical clues. Adjust difficulty settings and track progress. Features include hints, undo options, and multiple puzzle themes. Share completed puzzles via social media.

    ★ 4.7639 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-10-02
  1. Sugar POP : Puzzle Master app icon

    Sugar POP : Puzzle Master

    SUPERBOX. Inc

    Match desserts and clear stages

    Match 3 desserts to clear stages and complete missions. Connect desserts to trigger special effects. Track progress through various levels and challenges. Share achievements on social media.

    ★ 4.7497 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-13
  2. Samurai Sudoku app icon

    Samurai Sudoku

    Stanley Lam

    Play in five overlapping grids

    Play with five overlapping 9x9 grids. Solve puzzles following standard rules. Choose from five difficulty levels and various types like Gattai and Butterfly. Use the Hint feature to auto-fill the board with non-conflicting numbers.

    ★ 4.6380 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  3. Klondike Forever app icon

    Klondike Forever

    Mike Sedore

    Klondike solitaire with rich graphics.

    The app offers Klondike solitaire with rich graphics and 3D animation. Users can tilt for portrait or landscape, listen to their music, and choose from multiple card decks and backs.

    ★ 4.342 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-11
  4. Checkers - Two player app icon

    Checkers - Two player

    Sergei Shendrikov

    Play with 1 or 2 players

    Play with single or double modes. Choose from multiple variants including American, International, Canadian, and others. Move pieces according to rules. Save game progress. Share scores with friends.

    ★ 4.5662 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  5. Link Master: Logic Puzzles app icon

    Link Master: Logic Puzzles

    运杰 高

    Play puzzles to sharpen your mind

    Play puzzle games with increasing difficulty to improve logical thinking and cognitive skills. Solve complex challenges, unlock new levels, and track progress over time. Compete against time or other players for higher scores.

    ★ 4.3223 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-11
  6. 2048 Number Puzzle Game + app icon

    2048 Number Puzzle Game +

    Thang Do

    Play, swipe, and merge tiles

    Play a variety of grid-based games including , 3x3 to 10x10 grids, and different systems like Powers of 2 and Fibonacci. Swipe to move tiles, merge matching numbers, and undo moves during gameplay.

    ★ 4.7139 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-26
  7. Sudoku - No Adverts, Ad Free! app icon

    Sudoku - No Adverts, Ad Free!

    The Chess Solitaire Sudoku Factory Ltd

    Play puzzles anytime, any difficulty

    Solve puzzles with varying difficulty levels. Input numbers manually or transfer from newspapers. Use pencil and paper style tools for notes and hints. Track possible numbers with a ball of string. Access expert-level hints like Swordfish.

    ★ 4.6604 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  8. Slitherlink: Loop the Snake app icon

    Slitherlink: Loop the Snake

    Conceptis Ltd.

    Solve puzzles by connecting dots in loops

    Solve logic puzzles by connecting dots to form a single . Each clue indicates how many lines surround it. Create a continuous path with no crossings or branches. Complete puzzles by following logical deductions.

    ★ 4.8459 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-08
  9. American Mahjong Defense app icon

    American Mahjong Defense

    Eight Bam LLC

    Guess tiles to complete the hand

    Guess and check by tapping tiles in the lower rows to complete the exposed hand. Determine the full pattern by eliminating missing tiles not in the hidden set. Play with optional singles and pairs rules.

    ★ 4.8243 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  10. Hearts Online app icon

    Hearts Online

    David Schmierer

    Play selected card games online free.

    The app offers online multiplayer card games with options for random opponents or private games with friends. It includes multiple game types, achievements, and statistics for tracking gameplay.

    ★ 3.9177 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-15
  11. Persian Nights app icon

    Persian Nights

    Artifex Mundi S.A.

    Solve puzzles and uncover secrets

    Explore a hidden object puzzle adventure set in ancient Persia. Solve puzzles, uncover clues, and progress through a story-driven narrative. Collect items, interact with characters, and complete challenges to advance the plot.

    ★ 4.6456 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-12
  12. Right Position Puzzle app icon

    Right Position Puzzle

    AIKONGEIMS, OOO

    Solve puzzles and find correct positions

    Solve puzzles by placing pieces in correct positions. Complete levels with increasing difficulty. Discover hidden patterns and mechanics. Track progress through various challenges.

    ★ 4.7367 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-06
  13. Classic Solitaires app icon

    Classic Solitaires

    IGC Mobile s.r.o

    Three solitaire games in one.

    The app offers Klondike, FreeCell, and Yukon solitaire games. It supports iPhones and iPads with large, eye-friendly cards and intuitive controls for smooth gameplay.

    ★ 3.5171 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-09-13
  14. FreeCell Solitaire: Klondike app icon

    FreeCell Solitaire: Klondike

    ANTADA TECHNOLOGY COMPANY LIMITED

    Play card games and earn EXP

    Play using a standard 52-card deck. Move cards between tableau piles and free cell spots to organize them by suit and rank. Complete goals to earn experience points. Track progress and scoring throughout the game.

    ★ 4.785 ratingsGamesFreeData updated 2026-10-01

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