Puzzles, logic games, and quests

Puzzles, logic games, and quests from ArionisGames

Logic games, puzzles, and quests represent a unique trend in game development, combining entertainment with intellectual challenge and educational elements. This makes them appealing to both the general public and experienced players. An additional advantage is that such projects can be used not only for entertainment but also for educational or corporate purposes.

Custom development of logic games, quests, and puzzles is extremely popular today, as such products are versatile and ideal for promoting brands and their services. They are created for a variety of platforms—from browsers and mobile apps to PCs and consoles—and are capable of capturing audiences' attention for a long time. The growing demand for such solutions is driven by a number of factors:

• Popularity – logic games and puzzles are among the top downloads in the App Store and Google Play;
• high monetization potential – advertising, in-game purchases, and premium access are effective in these genres;
• A wide and diverse audience – there are many successful mobile and computer puzzle and quest games for adults, children, teenagers, and even retirees;
• Low entry barrier – a product in any of these three genres can be implemented much more quickly than most others, allowing for rapid market entry.

Who orders the creation of logic games, puzzles, and quests and why?

Custom development of puzzles, logic games, and quests is especially relevant for the following client categories:

• For gaming studios and publishers, this is an opportunity to expand their project portfolio and quickly enter the mobile and browser titles market .
• Brands and corporations are using these genres to gamify marketing campaigns, simplifying and adding variety to customer interactions. Quests and logic mini-games work seamlessly in advertising apps, fostering an emotional connection.
• Educational institutions and EdTech companies are using quest and puzzle games in interactive learning products to increase engagement and retention.
• For startups, this is an easy way to quickly launch their game product on a budget that's smaller than other genres—puzzle games, logic games, and quests are cheaper to create than, say, strategy games or shooters.
• Organizations from the cultural and social sciences sectors use quests and logic games to promote educational and cultural initiatives and draw attention to educational content.

Low entry barriers, accessibility and low time investment, broad reach, a wide selection of promotion channels, and the potential for viral spread—that's the secret to the popularity of such projects.

Logic games and quests help retain audience attention and quickly gain popularity, adding vibrant color and interactivity to brand interactions. This is especially true when custom development is done from scratch—the client receives an original product that:

• stands out from the competition,
• created for a specific business model and tasks,
• Adapts to a specific audience and target platforms (you can create a logic game, puzzle, or quest for PC, phone (Android or iPhone), VR devices, browsers, consoles, and instant messengers, including Telegram).

Custom programming also allows for expanded product functionality through multiplayer, online tournaments, blockchain technology, and integration with educational systems and CRM. It can also be easily scaled and updated, if needed, by releasing new levels, characters, and seasonal events.

Features of games in this category

Puzzles, logic games, and quests differ from most other gaming products in that they combine entertainment with learning and cognitive development. While action and arcade games emphasize reaction speed, these genres emphasize intellectual challenge—the ability to analyze, strategize, and calculate moves.

What are puzzles?

Puzzles are games in which the user must solve a variety of tasks that test their attentiveness and intelligence.

Examples: Tetris, Candy Crush.

Peculiarities:

• levels with gradual increase in difficulty;
• short gaming sessions;
• variety of tasks (these can be logical puzzle games, arcade games, adventure games, search for objects);
• What's important is not the dynamics, but the way the tasks are solved, that is, the logic of the player himself.

When programming puzzles, it's important to strike a balance between difficulty and fun, as well as ensuring the interface is intuitive so it doesn't distract from the gameplay.

What are logic games?

Logic games can be thought of as advanced puzzle games, placing even more emphasis on planning and strategy when finding the answer.

Examples: Sudoku, Brain Age.

Peculiarities:

• the scenarios are complex, step-by-step, and require forecasting;
• the system of rules is complex and multi-level;
• tasks may include problems from various sciences, such as mathematics or physics;
• There is often a points system.

When programming logic games, it is important to think through mechanics that require reasoning and calculating moves.

What are quest games?

Quests are game projects in which the user explores the world, solving problems and progressing through the storyline, and is immersed in the atmosphere through the story, characters, and environment.

Examples: The Room, Myst.

Peculiarities:

• the need to solve puzzles and complete missions, which often include puzzles and dialogues;
• strong emphasis on storytelling and world exploration;
• Dialogues are often interactive, with the narrative evolving based on the choices the player makes.

When programming quests, the emphasis is on narrative, atmosphere, and dialogue. Developing scenarios, characters, and interactions with the environment is essential, and a balance between plot and difficulty is essential.

What types of logic games, puzzles, and quests can you order from us?

The puzzle, quest, and logic game category offers a rich variety of project types and subgenres that can be implemented depending on business objectives, niche, and audience interests.

Main areas:

🧩 Logic games

• casual match-3 titles and their variations;
• games for attention and memory – searching for objects, paired cards, etc.;
• Sudoku, crosswords, number puzzles;
• Physics-based applications – working with gravity, finding balance, connecting objects;
• abstract logic problems – riddles, codes, labyrinths.

🕹️ Puzzles

• casual puzzles for assembling images and mosaics;
• 3D puzzles for spatial thinking, working with three-dimensional figures;
• interactive escape-the-room style tasks (find a way out of the room);
• story-driven puzzles with tasks that reveal the narrative.

These can also be mini-games in larger projects (for example, logic challenges in RPGs and other large titles).

🔑 Quests

• text quests, visual novels with a developed plot that depends on the player's choices;
• point-and-click options with searching for objects and interaction with the environment;
• detective quests with investigations and discovery of clues;
• escape room format (digital analogue of quest rooms);
• thematic educational tasks (for example, for schools or corporate training);
• AR/VR variations with immersive experience.

Stages and specifics of developing logic games, quests, and puzzles

When creating logic games, including quests and puzzles, our studio takes a comprehensive approach. The production process consists of seven stages:

1. Analysis of the project, the client's business goals, niche, audience, and competitive environment.
2. Game design – drafting game design documents, technical specifications, working with mechanics, balance, and script.
3. Prototyping.
4. Development of visual style and UX/UI .
5. Programming, monetization integration (if provided).
6. Testing , optimization for target platforms and devices.
7. Preparation for launch, transfer of rights and documentation to the customer, instructions.

Our specialists also provide post-release support for logic games, puzzles, and quests, including content updates, new levels, additional 2D/3D characters, seasonal events, and project scaling.

You can read more about the stages of game product creation in our studio and the list of tasks for each stage on the Game Development page.

Examples of our latest projects are collected in the Portfolio .

Features of developing puzzles, quests, and logic games

When creating quests, logic games, and puzzles, it's important to consider the specifics of these genres:

• special attention to the design of tasks and the development of logical connections;
• variety of tasks to maintain interest;
• balance of difficulty – so that the user is interested, but the solutions are feasible;
• organizing a “gameplay retention loop” – a cycle of challenge, solution search and reward;
• Well-designed UX – a clear and user-friendly interface allows you to focus on tasks.

It's also important to build scalability into the architecture from the start, allowing for the addition of new levels and challenges as needed. Creativity and challenge variety ensure continued interest and replayability.

When developing quests, logic games, and puzzles, it's crucial to test the product on different audiences and their distinct segments to find a balance between complexity and accessibility for a wide range of gamers. When these conditions are met, puzzles, quests, and logic games are in high demand, as they are suitable for entertainment, education, and branded projects.

Technologies and tools

The Arionis Games team uses a wide range of technologies and tools to develop puzzles, logic games, and quests.

Main stack:

• 🎮 Engines – Unity , Unreal Engine .
• 🧩 Mechanics and gameplay – Blueprints, Bolt, Box2D, Havok, PhysX, AI and Machine Learning, AI, ML, Inky, Yarn Spinner.
• 🖼️ Graphics and design – Blender, Maya, 3ds Max, Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Spine, DragonBones.
• ⚙️ Backend – PlayFab, Firebase.
• 🕶️ VR/AR technologies – Oculus SDK, ARKit, ARCore
• 📊 Analytics, monetization – Appsflyer, Unity Analytics, Adjust, etc.

The choice of tools and services is dictated by the scale, genre, and technical specifications of the project. For example, Unity is most often used to create cross-platform mobile puzzle games, while story-driven quests and games requiring a cinematic feel are typically developed in UE.

Why do people hire Arionis for puzzle, logic, and quest development?

The Arionis Games team creates logic puzzles and quests for groups, for two, solo, and for children, including educational and challenging games for computers , phones (Android, iPhone), AR/VR devices, and browsers . Our deep domain expertise and broad technology stack allow us to implement projects of any complexity and scale, including those utilizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain technologies.

Why trust us:

• experience in creating games of various genres, extensive background in web development;
• a well-coordinated team of game designers, artists, Unity programmers and Unreal Engine developers ;
• Focus on ROI, understanding retention mechanics, the psychology of different audience types, and the specifics of specific game development niches;
• Flexibility – we offer full-cycle development and targeted work; we can connect you at any stage of product production;
• strict reporting and adherence to deadlines.

We offer transparent, iterative collaboration in flexible formats: project-based, through outsourcing, outstaffing, and with dedicated in-house IT teams. Learn more about us here .

If you're looking to commission the development of a quest, logic game, or puzzle from specialists with relevant experience, tell us about your idea – we know how to turn it into a successful game development product.