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Zen Bound™
  • $1.99
  • Category: Games
  • Versions: 3 archived
  • Installable: 3 of 3
  • Availability: Removed from the App Store
  • Seller: Chillingo Ltd

Requirements: Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch. Requires iOS 2.0 or later.

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Zen Bound™ is a calm and meditative puzzle game about wrapping wooden sculptures with rope. A game in which a high score is not the goal - instead it is something to focus on and enjoy at your own relaxed pace.

It is a tactile experience: a game of wood, stone and rope with the most beautiful graphics yet seen on the iPhone. The visuals complement the controls to provide interaction that feels natural and comfortable.

A major element of the game is the unique, dusty and soothing down-tempo soundtrack designed and composed by 'Ghost Monkey'. It features binaural processing that creates an enveloping soundscape when headphones are used.

Zen Bound™ is different - an alternative and subtle gaming experience that is difficult to describe. But in its own small way, it defines what gaming on the iPhone can be.

FEATURES: - The most beautiful graphics yet seen on the iPhone - 3D models that almost feel 'tangible' in your hand. - Intuitive and natural multi-touch controls (tilt supported) - 76 levels included (Tree of Reflection, Tree of Challenge, Tree of Nostalgia) - A captivating 22-minute downtempo soundtrack from 'Ghost Monkey' - Game soundtrack 'Bound' available as a free download to all customers in uncompromising 320kbit MP3 quality - Touch the 'Secret Exit' button in the main menu to download the free soundtrack.

See the gameplay video at: zenbound.com

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Also available from Secret Exit: SPiN - Super Shape Puzzle *BEST PUZZLE GAME of 2008*-IGN Wireless Awards

Zen Bound™ is developed by Secret Exit and published by Chillingo Ltd

Here are some outstanding reviews:

*EXCELLENCE IN 3D* IMGA (International Mobile Gaming) Awards winner 2009

*BEST iPHONE GAME* & *AUDIO ACHIEVEMENT* Double finalist in IGF Mobile 2009 IGF (Independent Games Festival) “This is one of the best games you can buy for your iPhone - I recommend Zen Bound to each and every iPhone gamer.”– Incredible, 9.5/10 -ign

“Editors Choice 5 stars - An amazing puzzle game that was designed purely for the iPhone.” -MacWorld

“Zen Bound is an interactive poem which organically ties together contemplative gameplay and beautiful presentation” 10/10 Platinum Award - Pocketgamer

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1.2.1
Requires iOS 2.2+
Non-Retina
May 8, 2009
52.5 MB Install Download
1.2.2
Requires iOS 2.2+
Non-Retina
July 15, 2009
52.4 MB Install Download
1.4.0
Requires iOS 3.1+
Non-Retina
July 23, 2010
53.4 MB Install Download

Bundle Size Over Time

Bundle size over time52.5 MB — May 8, 2009. 52.4 MB — July 15, 2009. 53.4 MB — July 23, 201013.3 MB26.7 MB40.0 MB53.4 MB52.5 MB — May 8, 200952.4 MB — July 15, 200953.4 MB — July 23, 2010May 2009Jul 2010

Chart History

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Peaked at #197 (January 14, 2010) · 1 archived capture · Jan 2010

Ratings Over Time

DateVersionRatingRatingsPrice
February 16, 2010 1.2.2 — 3,241 $1.99

From archived App Store listing data, captured by the Wayback Machine.

Archived Reviews

8 of 25
Polished and fun
     
by FutureBlake · September 10, 2010

It's not just one of the best games, but one of the best native apps ever made for iOS. Smooth, polished, and a lot of fun - games like this are why Apples mobile devices are successful.

A Masterpiece!
     
by TechnologoDoom · October 22, 2010

Wonderful Visceral Feel: String reacts perfectly, Physics are right on Aesthetically Masterful: Interesting wooden objects, paint colors and backgrounds all sync, meditative music is nigh perfect Three Unique Level Trees: wrap up Animals, Geometric Shapes, and Familiar Old-Fashioned Objects Smooth and Challenging Progression: Easy to play, yet very challenging to beat any given tree all the way through Intuitive Controls: can freely rotate objects with one or two fingers, direct string by IP tilt Great Replay Value: hours and hours of play, ample reasons to re-play any object Screen is Limited at times: Some longer objects tend to leave the screen, at times when you're trying to wrap that part

Meh
     
by gilmoe · July 21, 2010

It's kind of boring. And repetitive

Great game!
     
by Gilley1020 · August 27, 2010

I rushed and beat both levels in 1 day. Getting perfect on both took me a solid week. I loved the fact that the slower you go the better. Poor review people need more action I guess? I do also but this game gave me something to do when going to bed or just chilling. Hopefully they release another level, maybe more animals or insects? Spiders, butterflies, etc. Thanks for the great game, truly unique!

Favorite app.
     
by byr8hu · June 14, 2010

really fun puzzle, amazing audio. super relaxing, challenging. amazing graphics, love it! so worth the 2.99!

Love this app
     
by HeyYouSir · October 10, 2010

Give it a try!

Просто супер
     
by Vlad727 · July 7, 2010

Одна из лучших однозначно, почти шедевр

This is an amazing game...
     
by Qwerty1976 · June 30, 2010

I will update with a full review and 5 stars when ios4 & multitasking comparability is added.

Period reviews recovered from Apple's customer-review feeds via the Wayback Machine.

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