Kotoba Ciphers

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About this game

Kotoba Ciphers is a word puzzle game for cipher enthusiasts and lovers of wisdom.
Each puzzle presents an encrypted quote from timeless philosophers and authors whose ideas have inspired anime, manga, and storytelling across cultures. Every letter has been substituted — your mission is to decode the substitution pattern and reveal the hidden message.

HOW TO PLAY

Tap an encrypted letter.
Guess its real counterpart using the keyboard.
The same cipher letter always maps to the same real letter — use logic to crack the code.
Reveal the full quote to complete the puzzle.

FEATURES
✦ Thought-provoking quotes from legendary thinkers like Sun Tzu, Lao-Tzu, Confucius, Miyamoto Musashi, Matsuo Bashō, and Stoic philosophers (Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, Seneca).
✦ Multiple difficulty levels — from beginner to expert.
✦ Hint system for when you get stuck.
✦ Track your progress: points, completion rate, and best times.
✦ Unlock achievements as you master the art of decryption.
✦ Multilingual support — play in English, Japanese, or French.
✦ Fully offline — no internet connection required.

WHY KOTOBA CIPHERS?
Kotoba (言葉) means "words" in Japanese. Every puzzle is a word, a thought, or a piece of wisdom waiting to be uncovered. Whether you're a seasoned cryptogram solver or new to ciphers, this game offers a meditative, satisfying challenge inspired by the depth of classical literature and philosophy.

Decrypt hidden wisdom, letter by letter.
Decrypt hidden wisdom quotes letter by letter. A word cipher puzzle game.
Updated on
Aug 31, 2026

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
  • This app may share these data types with third parties
    Location, App activity, and Device or other IDs
  • This app may collect these data types
    Location, App activity, and Device or other IDs
  • Data is encrypted in transit
  • You can request that data be deleted

What’s new

- Personalized ads now require your consent (GDPR compliance)
- Updated privacy policy — Firebase notifications and AdMob disclosed
- Bug fixes and stability improvements
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About the developer
LIBRAN PIERRE
galernestudio.support@proton.me
23 RUE DUMENGE 69004 LYON France
+44 7404 883093

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