Paper Trail is a masterclass in puzzle design. Developed by Newfangled Games and brought to mobile by Netflix, it introduces a 'folding' mechanic that feels genuinely revolutionary. You don't just move through the world; you fold the world itself, joining the back and front of the paper to create new paths. As an expert in indie games, I found the story of Paige leaving home for university to be touching and beautifully reflected in the gameplay's themes of perspective and change.
The art style is breathtaking, resembling a handcrafted watercolor book. Every level is a visual treat, and the logic required to solve the later puzzles is deep without being unfair. It’s a quiet, contemplative game that demands your full attention and rewards it with some of the most 'aha!' moments I've experienced in years. Since it's included with a Netflix subscription, there are no ads or in-app purchases, making the immersion perfect.
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Solve puzzles and explore cozy places around a foldable paper world in this enchanting game about growing up. Long-lost secrets and other wonders await.
This cozy top-down puzzle adventure is set in a foldable paper world where you play as Paige, a budding academic who's leaving home for the first time to pursue her studies. On this journey, you'll uncover secrets, explore new areas, meet characters with memorable stories and solve puzzles by folding the environment and merging the two sides into one.
FOLD A COZY WORLD, ONE PAGE AT A TIME
What feels simple at first — folding and forging paths to explore — quickly becomes mischievously tricky! Alter your world as you contort, spin, rotate and twist around to untangle the puzzle of Paper Trail.
ENGAGING PUZZLES, INTRIGUING PEOPLE
Solve puzzles that tease your brain and open up Paper Trail. Traveling through the folds will introduce you to a unique cast of characters whose stories help you navigate the wider world.
BEAUTIFUL, HANDCRAFTED ENVIRONMENTS
Deep, dark caves that haven't been explored. The tallest treetops buffeted by rain. This immersive game offers the opportunity to take in a variety of handcrafted environments as you continue on your path. Take in the sights and wonders as you go.
AN ENCHANTING ART STYLE
The look of Paper Trail draws heavily from flat aesthetic styles like printmaking and watercolors. These soothing styles seamlessly blend together and create a unique-looking game that complements the paper environment.
- Created by Newfangled Games.
Requires iOS 16.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.NETFLIX MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED.
Solve puzzles and explore cozy places around a foldable paper world in this enchanting game about growing up. Long-lost secrets and other wonders await.
This cozy top-down puzzle adventure is set in a foldable paper world where you play as Paige, a budding academic who's leaving home for the first time to pursue her studies. On this journey, you'll uncover secrets, explore new areas, meet characters with memorable stories and solve puzzles by folding the environment and merging the two sides into one.
FOLD A COZY WORLD, ONE PAGE AT A TIME
What feels simple at first — folding and forging paths to explore — quickly becomes mischievously tricky! Alter your world as you contort, spin, rotate and twist around to untangle the puzzle of Paper Trail.
ENGAGING PUZZLES, INTRIGUING PEOPLE
Solve puzzles that tease your brain and open up Paper Trail. Traveling through the folds will introduce you to a unique cast of characters whose stories help you navigate the wider world.
BEAUTIFUL, HANDCRAFTED ENVIRONMENTS
Deep, dark caves that haven't been explored. The tallest treetops buffeted by rain. This immersive game offers the opportunity to take in a variety of handcrafted environments as you continue on your path. Take in the sights and wonders as you go.
AN ENCHANTING ART STYLE
The look of Paper Trail draws heavily from flat aesthetic styles like printmaking and watercolors. These soothing styles seamlessly blend together and create a unique-looking game that complements the paper environment.
- Created by Newfangled Games.
















Paper Trail is a top-down puzzle adventure about leaving home, set in a foldable, paper world. You play as Paige, a budding academic leaving home for the first time to pursue her studies. You’ll learn to fold the world, merging two sides together to solve puzzles, explore new areas and uncover long-lost secrets. With stunning environments and a deep, emotional narrative, Paper Trail is a unique journey through a world literally made of paper.
Award-winning folding mechanics
Handcrafted watercolor art style
Emotional, character-driven story
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Look at the patterns on the 'back' of the page before you fold. Often, a path that looks disconnected will perfectly align if you fold a corner rather than a whole side.
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The core mechanic involves dragging the edges of the screen to fold the level. If you're stuck, try folding the page from a different corner; the reverse side often holds the bridge you need.
Yes, if you get truly stuck, the game provides a visual hint system to show you how the paper should be folded.