ELOH in IOS

Let the rhythm fill your soul

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Site Score

94/100

ELOH is a rare kind of puzzle game that manages to be both deeply challenging and incredibly soothing. From the creators of 'Old Man's Journey,' it ditches the ticking clock and high-pressure stakes for a meditative experience centered around rhythm and music. The goal is to move 'spirits' around a grid so that a bouncing projectile hits them, creating a percussive beat that eventually forms a complete musical groove. When you solve a level, you aren't just finishing a puzzle; you're completing a song.

The hand-painted art style is gorgeous, filled with joyful animations and warm colors that make the whole experience feel like a living painting. The gesture controls are perfectly tuned for touch, making the act of sliding the spirits into place feel tactile and satisfying. There are no ads or paywalls here—just 98 handcrafted levels that respect your pace. It's the perfect 'headphones on' game, proving that puzzle games can be an emotional and sensory experience rather than just a logic test.

Reviewed on: Mon Mar 04 2024
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Dinsun Review

In an ecosystem defined by stress and aggressive monetization, ELOH is a welcome breath of fresh air. It is a premium title—you buy it once, and the transaction is concluded. The mechanics are simple: position totems to ricochet sound waves into a goal. The genius lies in the audio design; every bounce generates a percussive beat, turning the solution of a puzzle into a satisfying, polyrhythmic drum loop. It is undeniably relaxing. However, as a hardened puzzle veteran, I must admit it lacks teeth. The difficulty curve is nearly flat, and you can often brute-force the solution by simply dragging pieces around until the connections line up, requiring little genuine foresight. It is less of a brain-burner and more of an interactive meditation tool. I appreciate its artistry, but it failed to seriously engage my problem-solving faculties.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Incredible audio design and musical integration
  • Gorgeous, vibrant art style
  • Premium game with no ads or stress
  • Puzzles are generally too easy
  • Can easily brute-force solutions
  • Short playtime for the price

Technical Report

Performance: Runs flawlessly. Must be played with headphones to appreciate the audio.

Accessibility:
  • Colorblind friendly (relies on audio/shape)

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a short, relaxing auditory experience to unwind before bed.

Skip if: You are looking for a challenging puzzle game that requires deep logic.

Similar Games:
  • Monument Valley
  • Gorogoa

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old traditional gamer, extremely critical of mobile monetization
  • Hardware: iPhone 13 Pro
  • Playtime: 2 hours
  • Status: Finished all levels

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.2.4Thu Apr 01 2021

○ Support a wider range of display formats

○ Gameplay physics are now more stable – some edge cases are handled more gracefully

○ Reworked internal audio system to improve Bluetooth connections


A chilled out puzzle game to help you relax and find your groove.

From the creators of the Apple Design Award winning Old Man's Journey, a new musical puzzle game about feeling the rhythm to find the solution.

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“I can not recommend it enough to anyone”

- TouchArcade

“A thoroughly charming,delightfully percussive puzzler”

- PocketGamer

“One of those rare games that shines in every aspect”

- AppUnwrapper

“A smart, beautifully designed puzzler”

- Stuff

“The whole puzzle springs to life”

- Eurogamer

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Slow down, start listening and let the groove guide you through 98 levels.

No ticking clock, no ads, no paywalls.

Just satisfying gesture controls designed for touch, with a smooth learning-curve and pressure-free attitude.

- Find your groove in 98 musical puzzles

- Experiment with the positions of good spirits to solve the levels

- Each spirit comes with its individual jam and lets you build your personal groove

- Satisfying, intuitive gesture controls designed for touch

- Beautiful hand painted visuals and joyful animations

- Original and catchy soundtrack by SCNTFC and you


Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

A chilled out puzzle game to help you relax and find your groove.

From the creators of the Apple Design Award winning Old Man's Journey, a new musical puzzle game about feeling the rhythm to find the solution.

=======

“I can not recommend it enough to anyone”

- TouchArcade

“A thoroughly charming,delightfully percussive puzzler”

- PocketGamer

“One of those rare games that shines in every aspect”

- AppUnwrapper

“A smart, beautifully designed puzzler”

- Stuff

“The whole puzzle springs to life”

- Eurogamer

=======

Slow down, start listening and let the groove guide you through 98 levels.

No ticking clock, no ads, no paywalls.

Just satisfying gesture controls designed for touch, with a smooth learning-curve and pressure-free attitude.

- Find your groove in 98 musical puzzles

- Experiment with the positions of good spirits to solve the levels

- Each spirit comes with its individual jam and lets you build your personal groove

- Satisfying, intuitive gesture controls designed for touch

- Beautiful hand painted visuals and joyful animations

- Original and catchy soundtrack by SCNTFC and you


Featured In

The Rhythms of ELOH
APPLE DESIGN AWARDS
The Rhythms of ELOH
A puzzle that’ll challenge your mind while chilling you out.

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 with 2064 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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ELOH is a musical puzzle game designed for relaxation and flow. Players must arrange 'good spirits' on a grid to bounce rhythmic blocks toward their targets. Each spirit has its own unique sound, and as you find the correct positions, a joyful percussive jam begins to take shape. With 98 levels, no timers, and no pressure, ELOH invites you to slow down and listen to the rhythm. The game features beautiful hand-painted visuals and intuitive gesture controls, offering a premium, ad-free experience that won an Apple Design Award.

Features

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98 handcrafted musical puzzles

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Beautiful hand-painted visuals and animations

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Pressure-free gameplay with no timers or ads

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Apple Design Award winner

Tips

Promotion Videos

ELOH: iOS / Android Gameplay Walkthrough (by Broken Rules) - YouTube

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No, it is a logic puzzle game where the solution creates a rhythm, but you don't need fast reflexes to play.

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