5 easter eggs in Monument Valley you should know about

(Image via ustwo games)
There are many easter eggs in Monument Valley (Image via ustwo games)

Easter eggs in Monument Valley are hidden elements that add an extra layer of engagement to this seemingly simple game. Players may come across hidden content that adds to the overall theme of the game. Monument Valley isn't just about navigating physics-defying buildings and solving challenging tasks. These hidden easter eggs and references contribute to the game's appeal.

We have curated a list of five easter eggs in Monument Valley you should know about and explained their significance and how they work. Each easter egg is subtly inserted and makes players look for something more than the puzzles. Those who pay attention get a reward.

Note: This list is based on the author's opinion and is in no particular order.


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Five of the best easter eggs in Monument Valley

1) Hidden Totem

The location of these easter eggs is not random. They are placed in such a way that players can pause for a while and appreciate the overall narrative (Image via ustwo games)
The location of these easter eggs is not random. They are placed in such a way that players can pause for a while and appreciate the overall narrative (Image via ustwo games)

The Hidden Totem is one of the most famous easter eggs in Monument Valley. At some levels, players can spot small statues-like objects in the background which are either unreachable or partially visible. These structures recall the totem from prior levels and are reminiscent of previous in-game stages.

The accuracy with which these totems are concealed makes players search for them, making them one of the popular easter eggs in Monument Valley.


2) Secret doorways

The secret doorways are the best example of the game’s main concept of changing angles and forcing the player to be creative (Image via ustwo games)
The secret doorways are the best example of the game’s main concept of changing angles and forcing the player to be creative (Image via ustwo games)

Spread out through the different levels are hidden doors that open up a new hidden area. These doorways are usually placed in the environment and concealed in the design of the environment. Any player who comes across these rather mundane objects can open up a path or stumble upon a hidden item. These acquisitions are not mandatory for level completion but they are interesting easter eggs in Monument Valley.


3) Ghostly figures

Their presence is one of the best examples of environmental narrative, which means players learn pieces of the game’s story without being told (Image via ustwo games)
Their presence is one of the best examples of environmental narrative, which means players learn pieces of the game’s story without being told (Image via ustwo games)

Upon taking a close look, players will notice strange ghost-like silhouettes for easter eggs in Monument Valley. This suggests there is more to the story in Monument Valley’s world. These spectral characters are not involved in-game and merely serve as bonus features that create the atmosphere.

The look of these figures relates to the game’s themes of loss, memory, and lost civilizations. They provide a glimpse of something beyond the immediate journey.


4) Colorful shadows

It is a simple and effective design that makes the whole outlook of the content much better (Image via ustwo games)
It is a simple and effective design that makes the whole outlook of the content much better (Image via ustwo games)

Another simple yet significant easter egg in Monument Valley is the colorful shadows that can be noticed in certain segments. These shadows appear to be illogical in that they give off colors that aren't part of the black-and-white hues that dominate the game.

Those who watch these peculiarities get a visually appealing contrast which emphasizes how the game is based on playing with perceptions and illusions. The easter egg twists the light and shadow concept just like the game, where the player is never quite sure what they are seeing.


5) Musical notes

These musical notes are a nice touch that cements the idea that every inch of Monument Valley has been designed with the player in mind (Image via ustwo games)
These musical notes are a nice touch that cements the idea that every inch of Monument Valley has been designed with the player in mind (Image via ustwo games)

Monument Valley contains hidden musical notes that make the concept of easter eggs in the game auditory. In certain sections, touching any object or platform will elicit a set of musical notes, and the experience is quite harmonious with the game’s tranquillity.

These messages are designed to make players engage with the environment in a manner they normally wouldn't — by rewarding curiosity with a calming auditory bonus.


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