# Meridian 157: Chapter 2

> Point and click escape mystery

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1512282997](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1512282997)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1512282997`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** NovaSoft Interactive Ltd
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (4,207 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.7
- **Last updated:** 2025-12-26
- **First published:** 2020-05-27
- **Size:** 326 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-10-28
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meridian-157-chapter-2/id1512282997)
- **Website:** [https://www.novasoftinteractive.com/](https://www.novasoftinteractive.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.novasoftinteractive.com/privacy](https://www.novasoftinteractive.com/privacy)

## Description

Meridian 157: Chapter 2 continues the dark, atmospheric point-and-click escape adventure. Trapped underground on a forgotten island, forensic meteorologist David Zander must survive while uncovering clues and solving puzzles. Chapter 1 is free and Chapters 2 & 3 are on sale for a limited time. This installment blends immersive storytelling with challenging riddles and state-of-the-art visuals.

Key features include a new item-combine system, a reliable hint system, and multilingual support with 8 languages, including English, French, Russian, German, Chinese (Mandarin), Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and Japanese. A color-blind mode enhances accessibility for puzzle solving.

## Rankings

- #27,958 — Overall

## Review summary

Players praise Meridian 157: Chapter 2 for engaging, logical puzzles, stunning visuals, and a moody, Myst-inspired atmosphere. The game is seen as strong value with well-paced, standalone chapters. Common criticisms include puzzles that aren’t always intuitive, occasionally finicky mechanics, and occasional progression bugs (e.g., red desk/drawer key issues). Some players also note the chapters feel short and would prefer a single purchase. Overall, top strengths are puzzle quality, art/atmosphere, and value, with requests for smoother puzzle clarity and bug fixes in future updates.

### Pros

- Engaging, logical puzzles that are challenging yet solvable.
- Stunning visuals and art design.
- Atmospheric soundtrack and mood that evoke Myst-like mystery.
- Strong value and money for multiple stand-alone chapters (prologue free).
- Consistent, high-quality chapters with good pacing.

### Cons

- Some puzzles are not intuitive and require trial-and-error or feel illogical at times.
- Mechanics can be finicky or unintuitive, disrupting flow.
- Progress can be blocked by bugs (e.g., red desk/drawer key issue).
- Chapters feel short; many players would prefer a single upfront purchase.
- Occasional navigation clues or room/puzzle placement be unclear.

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