GNOG in IOS

Magically tactile puzzle boxes

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Our Site Score

94/100

GNOG is a surreal, tactile wonder that feels like playing inside a vibrant, psychedelic toy box. As a puzzle game, it prioritizes curiosity and 'poking around' over complex logic, which makes every discovery feel like a delightful surprise. Each 'head' you encounter is a self-contained world; rotating a knob here might cause a character inside to sing, or pulling a lever might reveal a hidden compartment. It’s an incredibly physical game for a digital medium, especially if you play in AR mode.

The art style is bold, colorful, and completely unique—reminiscent of high-end designer toys. The sound design is equally impressive, with each interaction contributing to a reactive soundtrack that builds as you get closer to solving the puzzle. There are only 9 levels, but each one is a handcrafted piece of art that invites multiple playthroughs just to see the animations again. GNOG is a joyful, imaginative experience that everyone should try.

Reviewed on: Sun May 19 2024
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Dinsun Review

Now here’s a pleasant surprise. GNOG isn't a traditional puzzle game; it’s more like a digital version of a complex mechanical toy. It’s bright, loud, and incredibly creative. I usually prefer something more grounded, but the sheer imagination on display here is hard to ignore. Every level feels like a handcrafted piece of art. It’s short, and the puzzles aren't particularly difficult—it’s more about the 'toy' experience—but it left a smile on my face, and that’s a rarity. It’s a bit too 'modern art' for some, but I found it refreshing.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Stunning art style
  • Incredible sound design
  • Very tactile
  • Very short
  • Puzzles are quite easy

Technical Report

Performance: Stellar performance; the colors and audio are flawlessly integrated.

Accessibility:
  • Clear visual cues

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love unique art, sound design, and 'poking' at things to see how they work.

Skip if: You want a long, challenging puzzle game with complex logic.

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Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, conservative veteran gamer
  • Hardware: iPad Pro
  • Playtime: 3 hours
  • Status: Finished all heads

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.0.7Thu Feb 07 2019

Fixed: an intermittent bug in HOM-3 occasionally blocked the Thief from playing their escape animation, preventing players from finishing the level.



Requires iOS 10.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (9.7‑inch), iPad Pro (9.7‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (5th generation), iPad (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5‑inch), iPad Pro (10.5‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation), iPad (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch), iPad Pro (11‑inch) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (5th generation), iPad mini (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation), iPad (7th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (2nd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th generation), iPad Air (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (8th generation), iPad (8th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation), iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation), iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th generation), iPad mini (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th generation), iPad (9th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation), iPad Pro (11‑inch) (4th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation), iPad Pro (12.9‑inch) (6th generation) Wi‑Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2), iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M2), iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4), iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4), iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro), iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (A16), iPad (A16) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3), iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3), iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5), iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5), iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, and iPod touch.

GNOG is a 3D puzzle game set in a tactile world of toys and secrets. Point, click, grab, poke, spin, pull, and play with uniquely charming monster heads, and explore the hidden worlds inside them. Inspired by real-world toy designs, every GNOG head is a miniature world to discover. GNOG has optional AR support to transform your tabletop into a magical toy box, bringing a new level of tactile, physical interaction to its world.


Ratings & Reviews

4.4 out of 5 with 288 Counts
Age Rating 9+

Screenshots

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GNOG is a playful 3D puzzle game about exploring monstrous virtual toys. Inspired by real-world toy designs, every GNOG head is a miniature world to discover. Players can press, pull, slide, grab, click, and rotate these uniquely charming heads to uncover their secrets. The game features 9 musical levels, each offering a hand-crafted experience with a dynamic, reactive soundtrack. With optional AR support, GNOG transforms your tabletop into a magical toy box.

Features

1

9 uniquely themed musical levels (e.g., Space, Deep Ocean).

2

Tactile 3D puzzles inspired by real-world toy designs.

3

Dynamic soundtrack that evolves based on player interaction.

4

Optional AR support to bring the puzzle boxes into your room.

5

Vibrant, colorful art style and humorous character animations.

Tips

Promotion Videos

GNOG Official Trailer

Gameplays

Q&A

It's a tactile puzzler where you poke, spin, and pull parts of a monster-shaped toy box to see how it reacts.

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