Dissembler in IOS

Subtle, inventive puzzles

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

88/100

Dissembler is a puzzle game for people who love order. It looks like a simple color-matching game, but it quickly reveals itself to be a deep, logic-based experience where every move must be calculated. The objective is to clear the board entirely, which means you have to plan your moves in reverse, thinking about which tiles will be left stranded.

The minimalist art style and the lack of a timer make it a very relaxing experience, even when the puzzles get incredibly difficult. There are no hints, which can be frustrating, but the 'aha!' moment when you finally solve a complex board is immensely satisfying. With over 120 puzzles and a daily challenge, it offers a wealth of content for anyone who enjoys a pure, meditative logic challenge.

Reviewed on: Wed Feb 25 2026
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Dinsun Review

I don't usually care for 'minimalist' games—half the time it’s just an excuse for a lack of budget—but Dissembler is the real deal. It’s pure logic. No timers, no flashy 'power-ups' to buy, just you and the grid. It’s deceptive; the first ten minutes are a breeze, but then it starts demanding you think five moves ahead. If you mess up, you undo. No penalty. That’s how a puzzle game should be.

It’s the kind of game that feels at home on a phone. You can solve one puzzle in two minutes or get stuck on one for twenty. The soundtrack is calming, and the lack of clutter is a breath of fresh air in an App Store full of loud, vibrating slot machines disguised as games. It’s not a 'thrill ride,' but it’s satisfyingly difficult.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Pure logic puzzles
  • No predatory monetization
  • Infinite replayability
  • Visuals might be too dry for some
  • Later levels can be brutally difficult
  • Minimalist audio is a bit repetitive

Technical Report

Performance: Very lightweight; no impact on battery life. Undo system is instant.

Accessibility:
  • Colorblind Mode

Audience Fit

Buy if: You enjoy spatial logic puzzles like Sudoku or Picross and hate being interrupted by ads.

Skip if: You need a story, characters, or fast-paced action to enjoy a game.

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  • Kami
  • Lyne
  • Zenerchi

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun
  • Hardware: iPhone 13
  • Playtime: 15 hours
  • Status: All base puzzles completed

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.1.9Thu Oct 14 2021

Support for new iPad mini screen size.


Dissembler is a subtle puzzle game about unraveling playful, abstract artworks one color at a time.

Winner of the Excellence in Design award at Freeplay 2018.

“If you’re a puzzle fan, I can’t stress it enough — you need to play this game.” — AppUnwrapper

“Dissembler is one of those puzzle games that just feels good to play around with, but it backs that simple joy with a solid spate of puzzles and gameplay modes.” — Shaun Musgrave, Touch Arcade

About the game:

Flip pairs of tiles to make matching color groups vanish, but that's where the resemblance to a standard match-three ends. In Dissembler no tiles will drop in to replace the ones you’ve matched: your task is to remove all tiles and leave behind a clean slate. The experience starts simply, leading you gently from basic principles to more complex puzzles, but before long it will require careful planning and lateral thinking.

■ Beautifully-presented minimalist puzzle game with chilled original soundtrack

■ Every one of the 171 puzzles is a hand-made work of art with no randomness

■ Experiment freely – undo any number of moves at any time without any penalty

■ Buy once and enjoy forever – no in-app purchases!

■ Free daily puzzles, plus step-by-step solutions revealed the next day

■ Infinite mode offers an endless play mode with Game Center leaderboard

■ Color-blind mode makes Dissembler accessible to more players


Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Dissembler is a subtle puzzle game about unraveling playful, abstract artworks one color at a time.

Winner of the Excellence in Design award at Freeplay 2018.

“If you’re a puzzle fan, I can’t stress it enough — you need to play this game.” — AppUnwrapper

“Dissembler is one of those puzzle games that just feels good to play around with, but it backs that simple joy with a solid spate of puzzles and gameplay modes.” — Shaun Musgrave, Touch Arcade

About the game:

Flip pairs of tiles to make matching color groups vanish, but that's where the resemblance to a standard match-three ends. In Dissembler no tiles will drop in to replace the ones you’ve matched: your task is to remove all tiles and leave behind a clean slate. The experience starts simply, leading you gently from basic principles to more complex puzzles, but before long it will require careful planning and lateral thinking.

■ Beautifully-presented minimalist puzzle game with chilled original soundtrack

■ Every one of the 171 puzzles is a hand-made work of art with no randomness

■ Experiment freely – undo any number of moves at any time without any penalty

■ Buy once and enjoy forever – no in-app purchases!

■ Free daily puzzles, plus step-by-step solutions revealed the next day

■ Infinite mode offers an endless play mode with Game Center leaderboard

■ Color-blind mode makes Dissembler accessible to more players


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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 with 1461 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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Dissembler is a subtle puzzle game about unraveling colorful, abstract designs one match at a time. While it looks like a match-3 game, the goal is to clear the board completely. You must flip pairs of tiles to make groups of three or more of the same color disappear. Without a timer or move limit, the game encourages careful thought and experimentation across its 170+ levels.

Features

1

Beautiful minimalist aesthetic

2

Over 170 handcrafted puzzles

3

Daily challenges for fresh content

4

No timers, no lives, no stress

5

Original atmospheric soundtrack

Tips

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Q&A

No, Dissembler is a premium game with no ads and no microtransactions.

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