The Curse is a puzzle/strategy title where you tackle 100+ puzzles to banish the Mannequin, featuring non-linear progression and interactive cutscenes that test logic, memory, and reflexes. It blends challenging puzzles with regular updates and new content, all for a paid price of $0.99. The game has a solid 4.12 rating from 2,740 reviews and shows 100,000+ total downloads with -1 in the last 30 days, though it isn’t listed in any top lists.
Pros & Cons
100+ puzzles with deep replay value
Non-linear progression lets players choose their path
Engaging interactive cutscenes with the Mannequin
Active update cadence with new levels and side-stories
Lacks typical competitor keywords like 'game', 'hidden', 'story', and 'world' in the core metadata
Paid price (not free-to-play) is not highlighted as a free option
Core description could better emphasize adventure/mystery framing compared to some competitors
About The Curse
The Curse was a puzzle app developed by Toy Studio Media Corporation. It was removed from Google Play Jul 19, 2019 and is no longer available for download.
Download Statistics
The Curse had been downloaded 220 thousand times before it became unavailable.
User Ratings
The Curse was rated 4.12 out of 5 stars, based on 2.7 thousand ratings.
App Information
The Curse cost $0.99 to download. The APK download size was 39.48 MB. The last available version was 1.2.2. The last update was on October 19, 2012.
Technical Requirements
The Curse required Android 2.2+ or higher. The app had a content rating of Everyone. The app had been available on Google Play September 2012.
Description
★★★★On Sale! $0.99 for a limited time. Regular Price: $2.99★★★★ ★★★★Played by Millions★★★★ ★★★★Top 10 App in 20 Countries★★★★
A mysterious figure appears from behind a burst of smoke, his voice deep and taunting…
"I must say, I can't thank you enough for your generous gift of freedom. I've been hidden away for so long…"
The realization of what you've done suddenly hits. Upon activating the book you've unleashed an ancient curse and unwittingly released the Mannequin: a mischievous adversary who lays a challenge before you.
"Solve all pages of this very book, and you can undo what you have so accidentally done. However, success is highly unlikely…"
Unleash The Curse! - Tackle 100 unique puzzles in the order of your choosing in your quest to banish the Mannequin. - Challenge your logic, memory and reflex skills with over 10 puzzle categories. - Overcome the Mannequin’s fiendish trials as you come face-to-face with him through numerous interactive cutscenes. - Unravel the mystery by earning cogs and gaining access to the book’s secret compartment to solve the cryptic final puzzle.
For updates, engaging weekly riddles, and more about The Curse universe, visit us at thecursegame.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Developed by Mojo Bones Ltd. Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/mojobonesltd Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mojobonesltd Website: http://www.mojobones.co.uk
Published by Toy Studio Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/toystudiogames Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ToyStudioGames Website: http://www.toystudio.com
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Recent changes: Ver. 1.2.2: Fixes to Tangram puzzles
Ver. 1.2: Valentine's Day update! 10 additional levels and a new side-story with Mannequin.
Ver. 1.0.4: Further IAP error fixes. General stability fixes.
Ver. 1.0.3: Improved general usability.
Ver. 1.0.2: Fix for some hint purchase related issues.
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★★★★★
Love it You people should seriously stop complaning about hints being overpriced its a puzzle game its ment to be challenging
★★★★★
a good puzzle game. some puzzles are clearly meant for you to buy the hints. but you can just google this. overall a good game and worth downloading.
★★★★★
Doesn't work on S8 with Nougat - otherwise it's a great game if you like puzzles. Just make sure it works with your device
★★☆☆☆
This game is supposed to have a 100 puzzles. Instead I found a handful of mundane, classic puzzles (and a few riddles) that just get repeated with increased difficulty. The timing puzzles feel like filler to me and are just tedious. The puzzles started to feel like chores after a while. Puzzles aren't TOO hard if you give them some time, but to me it does feel like this game is just milking users to buy hints.
★★☆☆☆
Can not play on the device. Mentioned smth about architecture. Kindly fix. Looking forward to an update
★★☆☆☆
Does not work on Samsung S8 plus. Developers should specify what phones are compatible as this is a paid app
★★☆☆☆
I love the game but I'm giving it one star because I can no longer play it on my Galaxy Note 8. I will change it if they ever fix the problem.
Technologies used by The Curse
The Curse is requesting 8 permissions and is using 4 libraries.
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Trust & Safety: Permissions are standard for a puzzle game (Internet, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE, WAKE_LOCK, VIBRATE, MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS, SET_ORIENTATION, BATTERY_STATS, BILLING); no dangerous permissions detected. In-app purchases are used for content and updates; overall risk to user data is typical for paid titles.
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