Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 in IOS

The Dead King's Secret

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Our Site Score

94/100

Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 is a triumph of level design. The first game was already great, but this sequel feels more confident and expansive. The 16-bit art style is gorgeous and nostalgic, but the actual puzzles are modern and ingenious. It’s essentially a 'puzzle-crawler'—it looks like a dungeon-delving RPG, but every encounter is a logic puzzle that requires you to observe and react to specific patterns.

What makes it special is how it tells a story through the environment. You feel like you’re actually descending into a deep, ancient place. The difficulty is perfectly tuned; you'll get stuck, but the answer is always right there in front of you if you just slow down and look. It’s one of those rare games that makes you feel genuinely smart when you solve a floor. It is easily one of the best puzzle games on mobile right now.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026
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Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. It’s rare that I give a score this high, but Dreadrock 2 earns it. It understands that 'retro' isn't just about pixel art; it’s about mechanical purity. Every level is a self-contained logic problem that feels fair but challenging. It reminds me of the best parts of Dungeon Master or Eye of the Beholder, but stripped of the clunky UI.

The sequel expands on the first game perfectly. The new mechanics aren't bloat; they add genuine layers to the puzzles. It’s one of the few games on the App Store that feels like it was designed by someone who actually likes video games rather than someone who likes monetization models. It’s a 'thinker’s' game. If you have the patience to fail and learn, this is as good as it gets on mobile. No fluff, just pure, concentrated game design. It’s excellent.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Brilliant level design
  • Perfect touch controls
  • Genuinely clever puzzles
  • Can be very difficult for casual players
  • Visual style is a bit static
  • Story is secondary to the puzzles

Technical Report

Performance: Flawless; runs perfectly on all tested devices.

Accessibility:
  • Undo move
  • Level skip (after many deaths)

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love Zelda-style puzzles, classic dungeon crawlers, and high-quality level design.

Skip if: You want mindless action or get frustrated easily by logic puzzles.

Similar Games:
  • Lara Croft GO
  • Dungeon Master
  • Legend of Grimrock

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40, conservative critic
  • Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
  • Playtime: 12 hours
  • Status: Finished all 100 levels

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.06Thu Mar 27 2025

Added volume control and virtual D-PAD, fixed localization errors, improved hints.



Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

An award-winning, immersive puzzle dungeon adventure!

As a priestess of the Order of the Flame, you have been sent to Dreadrock Mountain. Puzzle your way through 100 handcrafted levels into its ancient depths on your mission to explore the ancient caves and uncover the Crown of Wisdom. Episode 2 of the Dungeons of Dreadrock Trilogy.

DevGAMM AWARD (winner), Tencent GWB AWARD (winner), DEVCOM Award (winner), GAMESCOM AWARD (nominee)


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Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 27 Counts
Age Rating 9+

Screenshots

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Dungeons of Dreadrock 2: The Dead King's Secret continues the nostalgic 16-bit aesthetic of its predecessor, blending tactical grid-based movement with intricate environmental puzzles. Players must navigate treacherous traps, battle mythical creatures, and solve riddles that require both logic and timing. As you descend further into the mountain, the narrative unfolds through atmospheric storytelling and challenging level design.

Features

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100 handcrafted levels

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Retro 16-bit art style

3

Atmospheric storytelling

4

Tactical grid-based combat

Tips

Promotion Videos

Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 Mobile: Official Trailer - YouTube

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News on this game

Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 review - “A satisfying puzzler that will occasionally drive you crazy”

Back in ye olde days of 2022, I reviewed a little-known gem called Dungeons of Dreadrock, created by Christoph Minnameier.

Pocket Gamer - Thu Jan 23 2025

Indie Spotlight – How Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 builds on its legacy

Christoph Minnameier released his indie game, Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 on iOS on December 29, 2024, with the Android release date still unannounced.

GamingonPhone - Thu Jan 23 2025

‘Dungeons of Dreadrock 2’ Announced, Launching on Nintendo Switch in November with Mobile and PC Versions to Follow

About two and a half years ago we were treated to a lovely gaming experience titled Dungeons of Dreadrock from developer Christoph...

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While it helps to know the story, the mechanics and puzzles are self-contained.

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