Item: Silent Swipe
Rating: 72
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

72/100

Silent Swipe is an intriguing take on the stealth-action genre, optimized for quick mobile sessions. The game relies on a minimalist aesthetic that works well for its core conceit: moving through shadows and avoiding detection with simple swipe gestures. It’s the kind of game that is easy to pick up but requires a surprising amount of patience and pattern recognition to master.

The levels are bite-sized, which prevents the stealth mechanics from becoming frustrating. However, while the core loop is satisfying, it does lack a bit of variety in the long run. More enemy types or gadgetry would go a long way in keeping the gameplay fresh. That said, as a free-to-play time killer, it offers a polished and stylish experience that respects the player's time.

Reviewed on: Thu Feb 26 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. Silent Swipe is a very 'safe' game. It has a clean, minimalist aesthetic that works well on mobile, and the puzzles are logically sound. It’s a game about patience and pattern recognition. It doesn’t try to do anything revolutionary, but it does its one thing competently.

The problem is there’s just not much 'wow' factor. It’s the kind of game you play while waiting in line and then immediately forget as soon as you put your phone away. It lacks a hook or a compelling reason to keep coming back once the initial levels are done. It’s okay, but 'okay' is a hard sell in this market.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Clean aesthetic
Logical puzzle design

Lacks personality
Very short
Low replay value

Technical Report

Performance: Runs perfectly; very efficient.

Accessibility:

High contrast
Undo button

Audience Fit

Buy if: You enjoy minimalist, grid-based puzzles.

Skip if: You want a game with a story, characters, or high-octane action.

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Hitman GO
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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, conservative veteran gamer
Hardware: iPhone 13
Playtime: 2 hours
Status: Finished all levels

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1468206651

$0.99 4+★3.3 3 reviews

Author : Anthony Hindle

Pubish Date : Mon Jun 17 2019

Last Update Date : Mon Apr 17 2023

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 4Mon Apr 17 2023

Update 4.0
Swipe the screen to roll the ball through the endless maze!
Requires iOS 12.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Swipe the screen to roll the ball through the endless maze!

Ratings & Reviews

3.3 out of 5 with 3 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Silent Swipe is a minimalist stealth-action game designed for mobile. Players must navigate through high-security zones using simple swipe controls to move and hide. Timing is crucial as you dodge patrol lights and take down guards silently to reach the exit of each increasingly difficult level.

Features

Sleek minimalist art style

Intuitive one-handed controls

Increasingly complex guard patterns

Fast, replayable levels

Tips

Ghosting Through Levels

Wait for guards to turn their backs before moving. You can use environmental objects like pillars to break line of sight. If you are spotted, quickly swipe back into a dark zone to reset the guard's alertness.

Gameplays

One-Touch Stealth

The game focuses on a simple swipe mechanic. You don't have weapons; your primary tool is the environment and the 'silent' movement you perform by timing your swipes perfectly with guard patterns.