Item: Tricky Mean2
Rating: 85
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

85/100

Tricky Mean 2 is a delight for those who enjoy being outsmarted. It captures the 'aha!' moment better than almost any other game on the App Store. The beauty of the game lies in its subversion of expectations; just when you think you've figured out its patterns, it throws a level at you that requires a completely new way of thinking.

The art style is clean and playful, which balances out the occasional frustration of a particularly difficult riddle. It's the kind of game you play with friends or family just to see their reactions to the absurd solutions. While it can be briefly maddening, the satisfaction of finally 'getting it' is immense. It's a sharp, witty, and highly creative sequel that improves on the original in every way.

Reviewed on: Mon Dec 09 2024

Dinsun Review

The first Tricky Mean was mildly amusing. This sequel is just mean. It’s full of puzzles where the solution isn't logical—it's just a 'gotcha' moment. For example, 'Tap the largest fruit' might mean you have to shake your phone to make a fruit fall or tap a word in the prompt. It’s not clever; it’s annoying. I like puzzles that make me feel smart when I solve them, not puzzles that make me feel like I’m being pranked by a teenager.

The UI is clunky, and the hints are locked behind ads, which feels incredibly cynical given how obtuse the puzzles are. It’s a low-effort experience meant to generate frustration and, by extension, ad views. If you want to actually test your brain, buy a book of crosswords.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Quick levels

Illogical solutions
Heavy ad integration
Cheap production

Technical Report

Performance: Occasional touch-registration issues.

Accessibility:

Simple tapping

Audience Fit

Buy if: You enjoy being annoyed by your mobile device.

Skip if: You value logical consistency and fair challenge.

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Brain Test
Brain Out

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old expert gamer
Hardware: iPhone 12
Playtime: 1 hours
Status: Gave up after 15 levels

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

6758080238

Free13+★4.5 400 reviews

Author : FTY LLC.

Pubish Date : Mon Mar 02 2026

Last Update Date : Thu Mar 26 2026

Support Languages : English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese

Genres :

Version 1.0.3Thu Mar 26 2026

New stages have been added! More new stages will be added soon!
Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
A sequel to “Torimin” is here! “Tricky Mean 2” is out now!
The mischievous puzzle game where you move items to change the illustration is back and better than ever!
The popular “move to solve” mechanic from the first game returns, with upgraded stage designs, gimmicks, and visual effects!
Help a woman win back her husband’s attention, solve chaotic trouble-filled scenes with clever ideas, and tackle plenty of delightfully tricky challenges waiting for you!
・Tons of new stages added
・Even more deceptive twists
・Upgraded satisfying success effects
・Perfect brain training for short breaks
Whether you cleared the first game or you’re brand new, there’s something here for you!
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Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 400 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 13+

Tricky Mean 2 returns with even more devious puzzles that challenge everything you think you know about logic games. This isn't your standard IQ test; every level is a prank designed to lure you into the obvious—and wrong—answer. From shaking your phone to find hidden objects to interacting with the UI itself, the game forces you to think laterally. With a quirky art style and a sense of humor that is as 'mean' as it is funny, this sequel pushes the boundaries of the brain-teaser genre.

Features

Over 150 brand new, mind-blowing levels

Creative puzzles that utilize all phone functions

Humorous and 'mean' feedback for wrong answers

Simple tap-and-drag controls

Regular updates with new seasonal riddles

Tips

Don't Trust Your Eyes

If a level tells you to click the 'Red Button,' look for the word 'Red' instead of the color red. The game loves wordplay and literal interpretations.

Gameplays

Interactive Solutions

Remember that the solution might involve your phone's hardware. If you're stuck, try tilting the device, adjusting the volume, or even plugging in a charger!