One Way: The Elevator a creative point-and-click puzzle game.The player needs to find a blue orb in each scene to power the elevator and keep going up. To solve the puzzles, one has to carefully observe the surroundings and make decisions accordingly.
Every floor is a world entirely different from others. The characters are made alive by the unique hand-drawing style. And everything you see is only the tip of an iceberg. More secrets and challenges are waiting for your arrival.
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v1.2.7
Apple
released 3/4/2025
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Updated the localization displayed in the app store to be consistent with the in-game language
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42 of 42 loaded reviews
Apple
1y ago
Immersive, entertaining and tricky
Definitely recommend if you’re a fan of puzzles. I will admit that there are a few levels I felt I had to turn to walkthroughs for but I believe all are solvable - it takes fine attention to detail (that’s for sure & part of the charm). There’s depth with story-telling, enjoyable/thought-provoking puzzles & I’m glad I experienced this game. Thank you to the devs!
- Octoberfan25 · v1.2.7
Apple
1y ago
Loved it!
So much fun! Lots of tricky and challenging puzzles, and it’s charming and clever all the way through. Thanks, Cottongame!
- Suzsho · v1.2.6
Apple
2y ago
Unsolvable level- faulty app
Was enjoying the game until I got to the ‘mini robot’ level… there are supposed to be six items to place in the picture but I only got two. I exited the game and tried again, same thing! So I can’t proceed to the next levels. Can I get a refund?
- catch me jo · v1.2.6
Apple
3y ago
A hidden gem
I am not that kinda person who pays money for games but I paid $1.99 for this game and I had a blast from the start to end. Very intuitive puzzles and a nice little story behind them. What got me into this game was actually the art work, it’s very beautiful.
- wally3510 · v1.2.6
Apple
4y ago
Another great Cotton game!
This one does not disappoint. In addition to clever puzzles and uniquely theirs art and animation, they often have a backstory, that can be at once melancholy but filled with hope. Please keep making these, and don’t skimp on the story.
- Chopstick keyboardist · v1.2.5
Apple
4y ago
Just puzzles with no variety
I was hoping for another Cotton adventure game but this is a linear puzzle after puzzle after puzzle game which just keeps going with no adventure or goal, kind of like this sentence. I got so bored I didn’t finish it. Waste of money unless you like the same thing over and over again.
- Cloud Server · v1.2.4
Apple
4y ago
This was awesome
:) awesome game! Loved it
- lunarmoon9014 · v1.2.3
Apple
5y ago
Stuck on 23 mini robot
Love the game and would love to finish it but as someone else described, I have only 1 item showing in the projector for placement (toy bird). Looked at walkthroughs and they seem to have them all there. Please help me be able to finish the game.
- Paka Haole · v1.1.2
Apple
5y ago
Not enough!
This elevator needed more floors. It gets a 3.5 rating.
- Adnaloy11 · v1.1.2
Apple
5y ago
Beautiful and fun
This has became my favorite game! Besure to get all the achievements!
- mr tardiz · v1.1.2
Apple
5y ago
Another Cotton Games Gem!
I love Cotton Games. Their animation, music storyline and puzzles create a singularly unique stamp in the gaming landscape. From the surrealism of Isoland: Amusement Park to the dark humor of Mr. Pumpkin 2: Walls of Kowloon to the gentle childlike nature of One Way: The Elevator they really work at creating immersive worlds and not just mindless games to play. I mean c’mon-even the end credits of this game were adorable! The puzzles in this game can be deceptively simple at times but there were a actually few times I needed a walkthrough to clear, and for me, that’s a good thing. The quirky animation, unique characters, gentle music brought it all home only to end with the final bittersweet, yet hopeful story of this little boys journey in life. Thanks Cotton for another out of the box game. I appreciate all the effort & hard work you put into your games cause it SHOWS.
- Chef Momacaroni · v1.1.2
Apple
5y ago
So charming and fun
Perfect little game to challenge and entertain you. No long dialogues, intriguing puzzles, great storyline... I highly recommend!
- Gammygamer · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Beautiful
One of the best games ever created. So lovely and fun. Please make more.
- Noelsli · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
?????
I’ve played almost every cotton game without a problem, but cannot tap on anything in this one. I finally tapped on the pen in some correct way, but I’ve tried everything in the first scene in the bedroom: tapping on the stick, dragging it, double tapping it, holding a tap... and all it does is wiggle. I literally can’t play this. I’m on a new iPad Pro. I’d really like some instruction, or a refund if I can’t play this.
- textomb · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Beautiful game
Beautiful graphics, fun puzzles with lots of little Easter Eggs If you’re up for that and a beautiful message.
- WWLugo · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Sweet, beautiful, challenging, and fun!
Thank you to Cotton Game for this lovely game. I can’t recommend it enough. The graphics are wonderful, and the story is so touching. I didn’t want it to end, each floor was so unique and had its own challenges, and I’m so thankful for the chance to re-do a floor if I missed a critical item. 🙂 I’m looking forward to your next game!
- KCAshRock · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Fun, killing my battery
So far this is a fun puzzler. You really have to read into the environment to solve the puzzles. Sometimes this is not so straight forward, at least for me.
I would play this more but it drains my battery faster than anything I have had before. Went from 90 to 35% in 15 min.
Hopefully they can get that fixed soon so I can go back to my wireless charger only.
IPhone 10 iOS 14.2
- 4x4Adventures · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Charming
A clever and enjoyable game.
- kendradog · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
I’m stuck 😫
Level 23 or also called the “mini robot” level...The projector only shows me two items that I can put in the painting; the paintbrush and some artwork that fits as her shoulder. I have checked several walkthroughs and they get all of the items to drag to the painting. Why am I only getting 2?!?
- Beaverwithachainsaw · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Bug stopping me. Help!!
I’m loving this game but can’t get through the mini robot level because I only get the pen and the bird collectibles.
- bfjdiejfjc · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Cute but broken
The mini robot level does not work. Nothing happens when I open the box and try to rewire it. I tap and nothing happens. Please fix this!!
- Luvwordgames33 · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
So good
Just buy it, it’s a great puzzle and story. Not too hard but not always simple. Really worth every penny. Bravo.
- Anastasia Smith · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Strangely addictive and fun!
I rarely write reviews... it’s not my thing.
However.... if you love puzzles... and I don’t know how to describe it.. it’s like endless mini puzzles!!! There’s no solving one part.. and having to combine it with something else game. But endless puzzles.. and you actually have to think about them for a minute lol it’s weird. A few of them were obvious easy.. but for most part they take a minute to figure out.
Just download it and see...and kinda addicting lol
- Jmpiert · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Mini robot stumped
Got to mini robot pretty easily, but only seeing one piece for the picture. No indication of what to do. Lame.
- sorry banker · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
ممتعة
تستحق اللعب بجدارة
- HOSYIN · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Love the game, BUT
In the mini robot level of the elevator, only 3 items show up when I touch the painting/puzzle. I can’t continue because of this. HELP!
- Tutti1254 · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Can’t get past the mini robot level
Cannot get past the mini robot level with the collectibles. There is a glitch.
- Bigmpm · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Charming and dreamlike
I love love love this game. Be patient and let it go at its own pace. It’s sweet and perfect.
- Super Mouse1234567890 · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Didn’t want it to end!
I love all of the Cotton games, but this is now my favorite one. Extremely creative, sad and sweet story, no boring dialogue, just the right amount of difficulty, unique puzzles, incredible graphics...so much to love! Make sure you uncover the secret levels, as they are the best part of the game (I used a walkthrough to figure out how to find them). I can’t wait to see what Cotton comes up with next!
- Jamcat1190 · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Bug at Chapter 6
Many thanks to the developer for fixing chapter transition bug. What an amazing game! Wonderful art, great puzzles and a sweet story. The ending hints at another game, which I eagerly await.
- !!!bxz13579 · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Waste of $
I see no point in a game where it is so obtuse you have to watch game cheats to get through it. Very disappointed.
- $ladydi!! · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Another great Cotton Game
After update: This is a fun puzzle game with an endearing story and cute characters. Like most Cotton Game games there are multiple layers to challenge you. Thanks for fixing the bug!
Before update: This looks like a fun game. It crashed on a few levels before 6, but I replayed them and got past. Now it crashes every time I grab the globe on Level 6. SAD!
- Gordo Adipose · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
My favorite cotton game!!!
I have played and replayed all their games! By far is the best! I love the story line!!!!!
- ljkoons · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Highly Recommend
This was a great puzzle game, well worth the price. It had a great little storyline and the puzzles were the perfect level of difficulty. Highly recommend if you’re into puzzle games.
- Rlima560 · v1.1.1
Apple
5y ago
Incredible Game
I have enjoyed each and every game that Cotton Games has made and One Way: Elevator is by far my favorite. The gameplay is simple but the puzzles are complex. It has tremendous replay as well since there’s additional achievements and puzzles outside the main story. You won’t find a better game for $2 then this!
- Ethan Solo · v1.1.0
Apple
5y ago
Glitches
Can’t get past the spray painter before it shuts down. Bummer
- westy246 · v1.1.0
Apple
5y ago
Bummer
Can’t get past the 6th floor, game always crashes
- Betseyengel · v1.1.0
Apple
5y ago
Maybe a bug at octopus level
Maybe for my iPad. For some reasons, the ship puzzle is easy, but doesn’t trigger any consequence. Neither does the duck in the pump. Maybe it is just me don’t get the puzzle. Thanks always for your game.
- 狗大厨 · v1.1.0
Apple
5y ago
Loved it:)
Fun game, definitely worth the $2
- kiwi191 · v1.1.0
Apple
5y ago
Bummed
Love your games, so creative. Unfortunately this game has glitches and crashes on my iPad. Got to the 6th floor and cannot progress. So sad😢
- HhhrducYtfzjdeb · v1.1.0
Apple
5y ago
I really cant wait to play!
I was really excited to play the game but for some reason it keeps saying it can’t download. I’m not sure why but hopefully it’ll get fixed soon.
- Ki-rizzle · v1.1.0
Apple
5y ago
Major glitch
I can’t get past the attic in the very beginning of the game. Every time the transition to the next scene starts, the game just shuts down on me. I really hope there will be a bug fix soon!
- alymena · v1.1.0
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