Item: lumen.
Rating: 94
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

94/100

Lumen. is the epitome of polished puzzle design. Lykke Studios has a knack for creating games that feel premium and tactile, and this light-bending journey is no exception. The 1800s steampunk aesthetic, centered around Olivia McLumen's attic, is gorgeous. Every mirror, lens, and prism you interact with feels like it has weight and history. The soundtrack—a blend of smooth jazz and soft piano—complements the brain-teasing gameplay perfectly, ensuring you never feel stressed even when the light paths get complicated.

The transition from Apple Arcade to a standalone premium title has been handled flawlessly. Having over 200 levels plus the Weekly Mazes makes it a massive package for puzzle lovers. The logic is consistent, the progression is satisfying, and the 'Aha!' moments when you finally align that last mirror to unlock a cinematic frame are delightful. It’s one of those rare mobile games that feels like it respects your time and intelligence equally.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: Mac, Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iPod

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$3.99 🏆4+★5 8 reviews

Author : Lykkegaard Europe Limited

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Support Languages : English, Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Turkish

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Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Experience our unique puzzle adventure, formerly on Apple Arcade and now fully available on the App Store, brought to you by the creators of tint., stitch., and puffies.
lumen. is a puzzle game with unique mechanics where you solve levels using light, lenses, and mirrors.
You’ll find yourself in an old attic, discovering the mysterious antique box of Ms. Olivia McLumen — a great inventor who lived in Scotland over a hundred years ago. She preserved her inventions in cinematic frames for you to restore.
HUNDREDS OF WELL-DESIGNED FAMILY-FRIENDLY LEVELS
Use lights, lenses, and mirrors to solve a variety of levels, from easy to challenging.
lumen. is family-friendly and suitable for players of all ages.
EASY TO LEARN, HARD TO MASTER
The game is easy to pick up and play at any time, whether for short or long sessions, on any Apple device with cross-device save functionality.
BEAUTIFUL GRAPHICS, MUSIC & SOUND EFFECTS
Dive into a fascinating atmosphere of soothing piano and saxophone melodies within a handcrafted 1800s box, and enjoy all the small details carved within.
Enjoy our game!
Lykke Studios Team

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Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 8 Counts

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lumen. is a visually stunning puzzle game that invites players into the dusty attic of the legendary Scottish inventor, Ms. Olivia McLumen. Inside her mysterious antique box, you'll find cinematic frames that represent her lost inventions. To restore them, you must manipulate beams of light using an array of lenses, mirrors, and prisms. Developed by Lykke Studios—the creators of 'tint.' and 'stitch.'—the game is celebrated for its soothing atmosphere, featuring a handcrafted 1800s aesthetic and a calming soundtrack of piano and saxophone. Originally a standout hit on Apple Arcade, this standalone version offers the complete experience, including over 200 levels, daily challenges, and the new 'Weekly Mazes' mode, all without ads or in-app purchases.

Features

Unique light-based mechanics using mirrors, lenses, and prisms

Over 200 handcrafted levels plus rotating daily and weekly content

Fascinating 1800s steampunk-inspired 'antique box' aesthetic

Soothing atmospheric soundtrack featuring piano and saxophone

Cross-device save functionality across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV

Premium experience with no ads, no trackers, and no in-app purchases

Tips

Restoring Olivia's Inventions

The goal in each level is to guide the light beam to the 'output' sensors on the cinematic frames. Start by identifying the fixed mirrors and prisms—these define the core path you must follow. If a beam is too weak, look for a magnifying lens to boost its intensity. In the later chapters, such as the 'Clockwork' levels, you'll need to time your light beams with rotating popup blockers. Remember: there is no timer, so take your time to experiment with different mirror angles to collect all three stars.

Promotion Videos

Apple Arcade - Lumen. Game Trailer (Lykkegaard Europe Limited) - YouTube

News on this game

Lumen. is a new, unique puzzle game available on Apple Arcade today

Apple Arcade has a new game today with Lykkegaard Europe Limited making Lumen. available for download. A puzzle game with "unique mechanics...

iMore - Wed Mar 03 2021

Gameplays

Weekly Mazes and Daily Challenges

Beyond the main 200+ story levels, lumen. features a robust 'Weekly Mazes' mode where players tackle five increasingly difficult maze-like puzzles every Monday. Successfully completing these builds your 'Streak Points,' which unlock exclusive cosmetic details for your Trophy Room. The Daily Challenges offer a unique twist on existing mechanics, often limiting the number of mirrors or lenses you can use to solve a familiar layout.

Q&A

Yes. If you had the Arcade version installed, your save data will automatically sync to this version via Game Center and iCloud, provided you use the same Apple ID.