50 handcrafted elements
Discover a finite collection of logical, funny recipes rather than an endless generated list.
Cozy alchemy game for iPhone
Alchemy PocketLab
A cozy element-combining puzzle for iPhone.
Alchemy PocketLab is a cozy alchemy puzzle game for iPhone. Combine Fire, Water, Earth, and Air into 50 handcrafted discoveries, help a ghost apprentice named Wisp, and fill an illustrated magical grimoire at your own pace.
The first chapter is free; $4.99 one-time purchase unlocks Gloomwood Garden and the complete 50-item grimoire. No subscription.- Category
- Games
- Version
- 1.0
- Requires
- iOS 17.0 or later
The problem
Sometimes a puzzle game should invite curiosity—not urgency.
Timers, lives, streaks, and constant pressure can turn a quick game into another obligation. Element-combining puzzles work best when the reward is the discovery itself: trying an idea, seeing the reaction, and adding something unexpected to a growing collection.
Alchemy PocketLab keeps that loop compact and approachable, with handcrafted recipes and a clear end to the collection rather than an endless stream of generated combinations.
The solution
A tiny magical laboratory built for playful experiments.
Begin with four familiar ingredients. Drag or tap any two into the cauldron, watch the reaction, and learn whether your experiment created something new—from Steam and Witch Glass to stranger results.
Each discovery enters the grimoire. Wisp’s requests give the collection a light story, while hints help when you want a nudge. There are no timers, streaks, or lives to manage.
Real App Store features
Built around one clear job.
Simple element combining
Drag or tap two ingredients into the cauldron and watch the result.
Ten Wisp requests
Help a mischievous ghost apprentice with short story-driven requests as your collection grows.
Illustrated grimoire
Every discovery adds a named, illustrated entry with its own description.
Helpful hints
Follow a clue when you want direction without giving up the discovery loop.
No timers or lives
Play at your own pace in short, one-handed sessions.
Inside the app
See how it works in the app.
Current screenshots from the public App Store listing.
How it works
A simple path from start to result.
- 01
Choose two ingredients
Start with Fire, Water, Earth, and Air, then use every new discovery in later experiments.
- 02
Mix them in the cauldron
Drag or tap the pair and watch the laboratory react.
- 03
Record the discovery
Open the illustrated grimoire to revisit every ingredient you have made.
- 04
Help Wisp
Complete requests, follow hints, and work toward all 50 discoveries.
Who it’s for
Useful when this is the job you need done.
- Players who enjoy alchemy and element-combining puzzle games
- People looking for a cozy iPhone game without timers, streaks, or lives
- Completionists who enjoy filling a finite illustrated collection
- Players who want short, one-handed sessions with a light story
Questions, answered
Alchemy PocketLab FAQ
What kind of game is Alchemy PocketLab?
It is a casual alchemy puzzle game for iPhone. You combine two ingredients to discover new handcrafted elements, complete Wisp’s requests, and fill an illustrated grimoire.
How many elements can I discover?
The complete game contains 50 handcrafted discoveries. The free first chapter includes 25 discoveries.
Does the game have timers, lives, or streaks?
No. Alchemy PocketLab is designed for relaxed play with no timers, streaks, or lives.
Is Alchemy PocketLab free?
The Dusty Beginning is free and includes 25 discoveries and five Wisp requests. A $4.99 one-time purchase unlocks Gloomwood Garden, 25 more discoveries, five more requests, and the complete grimoire.
Is there a subscription?
No. The optional Gloomwood Garden unlock is a one-time purchase. The App Store listing states there is no recurring subscription.
Does Alchemy PocketLab require an account?
No account system is described on the App Store listing. Discovery and request progress is stored locally on your device.
Available on the App Store
Ready to try Alchemy PocketLab?
The first chapter is free; $4.99 one-time purchase unlocks Gloomwood Garden and the complete 50-item grimoire. No subscription.