The Manhole: Masterpieceios
Cyan Worlds · Games
From the creators of Myst, The Manhole is a silly, delightful, interactive, busy-box-of-a-world that kids can explore and explore - finding something new around every corner. This award-winning romp transports children to the fanciful world around, above, and beneath what appears to be just an average, everyday manhole. But there is much more than meets the eye - have tea with a rabbit, wake up a walrus, nibble biscuits with a dragon, hang with a penguin, boat with an elephant, speak French with a turtle, and much more! First released in the 80s, the original version won rave reviews and numerous awards including "Best New Use of a Computer" from the Software Publishers Association. This Masterpiece Edition was produced in the 90s as a ground-up re-make of the original with meticulous computer-rendered scenes layered with delightful hand-rendered characters. There are over 30 original music compositions and scores of original sounds and voices.

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#32
Japan · paid
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#81
Israel · paid
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#94
United States · paid
Games · Family

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As of Jul 14, 2026stale (65d)
Rating 4.78
Ratings 9
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Version 2.1
Updated May 21, 2026
Released Aug 4, 2010

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v2.1May 21, 2026
Updated to newer iOS versions. Implemented an improved audio system. Fixed a few small bugs. Ratings adjusted to account for the latest ratings requirements.

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