Akari: Light Up Your Brainv1.1.1

Released April 21, 2026Major

iOS Android

The latest major update introduced a new puzzle mode and accessibility features, but early feedback indicates friction with core game logic. While the Android rating saw a minor delta of 0.35, the low volume of three reviews renders the current sentiment signal inconclusive. The update is currently neutral in impact due to the lack of statistically significant user validation.

What changed

New featureIntroduced Patches, a new daily puzzle game based on Shikaku
UXAdded high contrast mode to settings for better accessibility
UXImplemented visual highlighting for incorrect zero placements

Reception

48/ 100 impact scoreNeutral

What worked

UX
The addition of high contrast mode addresses accessibility needs, though specific user adoption metrics remain unavailable.

What didn't

New feature
backfired
Reviewers report the new Patches puzzle mode enforces rigid solution validation that ignores valid alternative configurations.
UX
backfired
Visual highlighting for zero placements conflicts with established game logic according to user feedback.

Marlvel takeaways

Adjust the solution validation logic in the new puzzle mode to accept multiple valid configurations.
Allow users to toggle off visual highlighting for zero placements to align with preferred gameplay styles.
Increase the sample size of user feedback before finalizing further changes to core puzzle mechanics.

Original release notes

- Exciting News 🧩 Get ready to test your logic with Patches, a brand-new daily puzzle game inspired by the Japanese classic, Shikaku!
- Update 😋: High contrast mode added in the settings (thanks to Willow)
- Update 😋: Highlight wrong zero (thanks to Robert)