LYNE in IOS

Minimal puzzle game

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

92/100

LYNE is the pinnacle of minimalist puzzle design. It doesn’t rely on flashy graphics or complex tutorials; instead, it uses a clean, geometric aesthetic and a soothing ambient soundtrack to draw you into its logic. The goal is deceptively simple: connect matching shapes to fill every node on the board without overlapping paths.

What makes LYNE truly stand out is its infinite replayability. Beyond the hundreds of hand-crafted levels, the game generates daily sets of puzzles that keep your brain engaged long after you've cleared the main campaign. It’s a meditative experience that manages to be both challenging and incredibly relaxing. If you’re a fan of 'flow' state gaming, LYNE is an absolute essential for your mobile library.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.5.5Fri Oct 31 2025

This update fixes some bugs.


Deceptively simple. Infinitely complex. LYNE is a minimalist puzzle game that will knot your brain as it calms your soul.

Connect the shapes. Fill the board. Lose yourself in the interflowing paths of LYNE.

"I highly recommend grabbing LYNE in the App Store if you’re a fan of relaxing puzzle games for your iOS device." - AppAdvice, 5/5

"LYNE offers a brilliant dose of puzzling fun." - AppSpy, 5/5

"Lyne is a slick, contemplative puzzler that you'd be a fool to miss" - PocketGamer, 9/10

"Great design, both from an aesthetic standpoint and also regarding its difficulty curve." - MacLife, 4/5

"LYNE is a game worth checking out." - 148Apps, 4/5

Features

- Hundreds of pre-built puzzles

- An infinite number of procedurally-generated puzzles, released daily

- No in-app purchases. No ads.

- Slick, intuitive interface

- Soothing dynamic audio

- Unlockable colour palettes

Accolades

- Finalist at IndieCade 2014

- Best Puzzle Game, Tabby Awards 2014

- Finalist for Audio Design at Freeplay 2013

- Honorable Mention for Design at Freeplay 2013

“The whole thing is a gentle puzzle game that’s thoroughly enjoyable, which is rare because the majority of puzzle games frustrate the hell out of me.” - IndieStatik.com

“From the get go, LYNE exudes a very zen feel. The ambiance is calming, the layout simple and clean. ... if you're in it for the challenge to your brain, dim the lights, find a quiet place, and get to solving.” - JayIsGames.com


Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Deceptively simple. Infinitely complex. LYNE is a minimalist puzzle game that will knot your brain as it calms your soul.

Connect the shapes. Fill the board. Lose yourself in the interflowing paths of LYNE.

"I highly recommend grabbing LYNE in the App Store if you’re a fan of relaxing puzzle games for your iOS device." - AppAdvice, 5/5

"LYNE offers a brilliant dose of puzzling fun." - AppSpy, 5/5

"Lyne is a slick, contemplative puzzler that you'd be a fool to miss" - PocketGamer, 9/10

"Great design, both from an aesthetic standpoint and also regarding its difficulty curve." - MacLife, 4/5

"LYNE is a game worth checking out." - 148Apps, 4/5

Features

- Hundreds of pre-built puzzles

- An infinite number of procedurally-generated puzzles, released daily

- No in-app purchases. No ads.

- Slick, intuitive interface

- Soothing dynamic audio

- Unlockable colour palettes

Accolades

- Finalist at IndieCade 2014

- Best Puzzle Game, Tabby Awards 2014

- Finalist for Audio Design at Freeplay 2013

- Honorable Mention for Design at Freeplay 2013

“The whole thing is a gentle puzzle game that’s thoroughly enjoyable, which is rare because the majority of puzzle games frustrate the hell out of me.” - IndieStatik.com

“From the get go, LYNE exudes a very zen feel. The ambiance is calming, the layout simple and clean. ... if you're in it for the challenge to your brain, dim the lights, find a quiet place, and get to solving.” - JayIsGames.com


Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 with 137 Counts
Age Rating 4+

Screenshots

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LYNE is a minimalist puzzle game that will knot your brain while calming your soul. Connect the shapes, fill the entire board, and lose yourself in the infinite flow of colors and sounds. Featuring hundreds of pre-built levels and daily generated puzzles, the challenge never truly ends. It’s a masterclass in clean UI and intuitive logic-based gameplay.

Features

1

Hundreds of unique puzzles

2

Daily generated puzzle sets

3

Clean, minimalist aesthetic

4

Sleek ambient audio

Tips

Promotion Videos

Spies In Disguise | Official Hd Trailer #1 | 2019 - YouTube

Related Videos

News on this game

Minimalist puzzle game Lyne launches for mobile devices, PC

Lyne, indie developer Thomas Bowker's minimalist puzzler game, is now available on mobile devices and PC, the developer announced. In Lyne...

Polygon - Tue Dec 29 2015

Review: LYNE

Brought to us by Australian indie developer Thomas Bowker, LYNE is a minimalist puzzle game that tasks you with connecting sets of colored...

Hardcore Gamer - Tue Dec 29 2015

LYNE Review: Peaceful Puzzles and Pacifying Polygons

LYNE is an indie game from Thomas Bowker, and it's available on Steam, Android, and iOS. It sports a minimalist design and a soothing color...

Esports Edition - Fri Mar 01 2019

Death notices and funeral announcements from Manchester Evening News this week

Who died suddenly on 26th December 2022. Adored Mother to Claire and the late Thomas. Much loved Sister to Jimmy, Carol, Sean and Lynn.

Manchester Evening News - Wed Jan 29 2025

Lynn Thomas, St. John Ambulance (United Kingdom), None, None, None, None ... Bowker L, Stewart K . Predicting unsuccessful cardiopulmonary...

AHA Journals - Tue Oct 29 2024

How Legacy Games still has a good business selling DVD games at ...

Lehrer has signed up 15 new game studios this year. These include JumpGate (Project Blue Book), Thomas Bowker (Lyne)...

VentureBeat - Sat Apr 29 2023

65th Grammy Awards: A list of winners and nominees

“About Damn Time” — Melissa “Lizzo” Jefferson, Eric Frederic, Blake Slatkin & Theron Makiel Thomas, songwriters (Lizzo) ... Brittany Bowker can be...

The Boston Globe - Wed Jan 29 2025

Cross-eyed brute who called himself 'Bent Eyes' is jailed for 40 months after beating up girlfriend

... Lyne in Greater Manchester, had a history of domestic offences ... In mitigation, defence counsel Joshua Bowker said: 'He accepts his...

Daily Mail - Sat Mar 01 2025

Report & Results: 2023 North West Regional Championships

... Thomas Wyss didn't quite secure a second successive runner-up spot. ... Lyne. Foden's though were simply inhabiting a different Vivaldi inspired...

4barsrest.com - Wed Jan 29 2025

North West Area details announced — 4barsrest

Ashton under Lyne (Martyn Evans) 2. Blackburn & Darwen (Daniel Thomas) 3. Foden's (Russell Gray) 4. Leyland (Thomas Wyss) 5. Longridge (Mark...

4barsrest.com - Sun Dec 29 2024

Gameplays

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No, LYNE is a premium experience with no ads or microtransactions.

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