# ColdTrace: Cold Case Mystery — Interactive Detective Game

> Interactive fictional detective game exploring a simulated phone to solve a cold case. (iPhone/iPad app by Saclic Studio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldtrace-cold-case-mystery/id6762513021 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Saclic Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764090240)
- Category: Entertainment, Games
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 3,817 App Store ratings · 227 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 155 MB
- Languages: American English, Indonesian, European Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2026-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldtrace-cold-case-mystery/id6762513021/reviews.md

## What is ColdTrace?

A phone. A cold case. The truth is buried somewhere in between.

ColdTrace puts you inside a real investigation, or at least, it feels that way. Navigate a stranger's phone, piece together the timeline, and decide: was it really an accident?

AN IMMERSIVE FICTIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Explore a fully simulated phone interface: messages, photos, notes, voicemails
• Uncover a layered narrative where every clue matters
• Multiple threads to follow, one truth to uncover

FEEL THE TENSION
The line between player and investigator blurs. You're not watching the story unfold, you're living it. Every deleted file, every text thread, every timestamp brings you closer to the answer.

YOUR INVESTIGATION, YOUR PACE
ColdTrace is not a passive experience. What you read, what you dig into, and when, it all shapes your understanding of what happened. 

For fans of interactive fiction, true crime podcasts, and crime documentaries who want to go deeper.

ColdTrace is a fictional narrative experience. All characters and events are entirely invented.

Note: Some chapters require a Premium unlock.

Some investigations are available for free, while the complete experience can be unlocked through an in-app purchase.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Simulated phone interface exploration
- Uncover layered narrative
- Piece together timeline
- Investigate messages, photos, notes
- Multiple investigation threads
- Fictional true crime experience

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ColdTrace Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| ColdTrace Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| ColdTrace Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| ColdTrace Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Cold Trace | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| ColdTrace | $19.99 | per year |
| TrueCrime Yearly 2 | $34.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #166 in Top Free · Entertainment (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 227)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coldtrace-cold-case-mystery/id6762513021/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Bien mais

*2026-08-10*

Je suis bloqué au chapitre 1 c est tellement bien mais je ne trouve nulle part le code de note au cas où même chat gpt n’a pas réussi si je pourrais avoir un peut d’aide mais sinon excellent jeu

### 1/5 — Good- terrible

*2026-08-10*

Loved the Noor case so much I was soo addicted to it and finished it in days. I went to the next case felix and did the first 4 questions as soon as you put the code in, you have to this free trial thing where you have to pay, I have pressed x and skip and continue but nothing works so if this game wanted you to pay then don’t make it for under 18’s. I don’t know if it’s just a glitch on my phone but it means I know can’t do the felix case

### 2/5 — Schön, aber

*2026-08-09*

An sich ein schönes Spiel. Leider kann man zwei Fälle schon mit der ersten Antwort nicht starten und es heißt immer nicht richtig. Es ist ärgerlich wenn man das nicht spielen kann obwohl man Geld dafür bezahlt. Da bekommt man das Geld weder zurück noch funktioniert es. Die Antworten sind manchmal nicht einfach zu akzeptieren aber nach langen probieren geht es meisten was aber auch sehr nervig ist. Schade das man hier viel Geld möchte aber die Umsetzung dafür nicht gut ist. Nie wieder Geld bezahlen für sowas

### 4/5 — Jeu super intéressant

*2026-08-08*

Le jeu est super bien sauf les pubs si vous ne voulais pas payer:( et les bugs sur l’histoire 2 qui saute des questions tout seul. 
J’espère que vous penserez aux personnes qui ne veulent pas payer pour jouer à des jeux et qui sont obligés de regarder des pubs pour continuer:((

### 1/5 — Unbelievably bad

*2026-08-07*

I wouldn’t recommend. The whole game is based on ai. After 4 questions u have to pay. (I wouldn’t even pay a dime for it) + it’s expensive. The game is just pretty bad and doesn’t really make any sense. It doesn’t give you any clues and is poorly made and designed. I deleted it after playing this guy wretching game for 12 minutes. I just wasted these 12 minutes of my life for this bs

### 1/5 — Not worth 6.99

*2026-08-07*

While it is very detailed and you really get to pick through the victims phone, the questions the sister asks are repetitive and the story itself isn’t really a challenge. It’s more like you know who did it and why they did it from the beginning and you just have to find the evidence to convict them. There was never any need to investigate multiple suspects. Finished in one sitting and now it’s over. Wish they had more than one case to solve.

### 4/5 — Some notes…

*2026-08-06*

I’ve been playing for a while and am on wren’s case, case #7. The game has been free with ads up until this point. Now it’s not allowing me to continue without paying. I have no issue watching ads to continue, please implement that through all the levels not just the first 6.

### 3/5 — Very cool until..:(

*2026-08-06*

Super cool game absolutely love it. Until I got to the last 2 cases. It was asking me questions and I was confused till I realised it wasn’t me it was the game. There was no photos or albums or voice memos or messages like it says there was supposed to be. Great game but definitely ruined the last 2 cases for me.

### 3/5 — Only get to answer 4 questions

*2026-08-06*

Was enjoying the game but once you answer the 4th question it brings you to a page for paid subscription or free one month trial via subscription. Wish it was free. Also, saw that apparently if you watch ads it is free but I didn’t get any options for ads, just subscription :(

### 4/5 — Money

*2026-08-06, version 1.1.2*

This game is actually so fun I only have one critique, I understand that to make it ad free you have to make people pay but honestly I would rather watch ads then pay

## Frequently asked questions about ColdTrace

### What is ColdTrace?

ColdTrace is an interactive fictional experience where you investigate a cold case by exploring a simulated phone. It offers a layered narrative and allows you to uncover clues at your own pace.

### Is ColdTrace a real crime investigation?

No, ColdTrace is a fictional narrative experience. All characters and events are entirely invented, though it aims to feel like a real investigation.

### Can I play ColdTrace offline?

The provided data does not specify offline play capabilities for ColdTrace. It is recommended to check the app store listing for details on internet connectivity requirements.

### What devices does ColdTrace support?

ColdTrace is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the provided data.

### How much does ColdTrace cost?

ColdTrace is free to download and play, with some chapters requiring a Premium unlock. The complete experience can be unlocked through an in-app purchase.

### Does ColdTrace have ads?

No, ColdTrace does not contain advertisements, as indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being false in the provided data.

### What is the age rating for ColdTrace?

ColdTrace has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger players and above.

### How often is ColdTrace updated?

The latest version of ColdTrace was released on 2026-06-25, suggesting regular updates. The app was initially released on 2026-05-31.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2026-08-05

A new case to solve, plus bug fixes.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-07-20

A smoother investigation: faster loading, clearer clues, and bug fixes.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-07-02

New Case and New Design

### 1.0.9 — 2026-06-25

New cases added. Can you solve them all?

### 1.0.8 — 2026-06-22

Novos casos adicionados. Consegue resolver todos?

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-26.*