# Criminal Archives 2 - F2P — Hidden objects: detective game

> Free hidden object detective game with engaging storyline and interactive investigation. (iPhone/iPad app by DO GAMES LIMITED.)

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- Developer: [DO GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542346466)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 157 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 930 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Russian
- Released: 2023-06-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/criminal-archives-2-f2p/id6449252462/reviews.md

## What is Criminal Archives 2?

Sometimes there is far more than at first glance and accidents are not accidental at all. Enjoy thrilling police investigation “Alphabetic Murders” of “Criminal Archives” detective games! The difference between a good detective and a bad detective is strength of character and the ability to act without thinking for more than 5 seconds. Do you possess these qualities? You need to watch your back if you want to catch the killer and stay alive. It can be rather tricky but surely you can unravel this case, right? Not only will you be delighted by the engaging storyline, but also by the fact that the game is completely free!

You are asked for help on one of the cases by Melinda Watson, a local constable. You get to work on the case and quickly find new clues that connect the three victims. They were friends or at least business partners. The further you progress, the more it is apparent that these murders are far from random. You see a masked man break into one of the victims’ houses to steal his documents. His wife Norma is devastated and says she didn’t even know that her husband had such papers. Can you discern truth from lies? 

·	YOUR OWN INVESTIGATION!
You have the opportunity to choose the character's phrases for a particular action and influence the course of detective investigation. Three seemingly unrelated murders happen at nearly the same time. Will you find the connection where the police failed? Better think twice!

·	A VARIETY OF ACHIEVEMENTS!
Get ready for riveting puzzles, tricky mini-games and various hidden objects! Begin by investigating the last crime scene. The police didn't find anything unusual, but maybe you can look at the picture from a different angle? If you’ll do it like a real detective you will earn numerous achievements to highlight your success!

·	BONUS CHAPTER!
After completing the main story, unlock one more quest that will excite you and challenge your detective abilities! Have you ever dealt with poisonings? A celebrity got an allergy after wearing a dress made by the fashion house you’re involved with. Help your friend fight off her false accusations!

·	COLLECTIBLE ITEMS!
A new detective story is full of mysterious objects that the player needs to find in order to advance in the investigation! Search collector's items at each picturesque location and find out hidden objects. Prove that your detective skills have irreplaceable value!

Play for free, but if you get stuck along the way, buy hints to help you move faster through the detective story's storyline!

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## Key features

- Interactive investigation with dialogue choices
- Hidden object scenes
- Puzzles and mini-games
- Unlockable bonus chapter
- Collectible items
- Achievement system

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Your Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| 200 Coins | $11.99 | one-time |
| Endless Skips for 1 Game | $8.99 | one-time |
| 10 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 30 Coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| 20 Gems | $7.99 | one-time |
| 15 Gems | $6.99 | one-time |
| 10 Gems | $5.99 | one-time |
| 5 Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Endless Hints+Skips for 1 Game | $11.99 | one-time |
| Big bundle 1 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/criminal-archives-2-f2p/id6449252462/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great game

*2023-10-08, version 1.0.4*

I enjoyed playing this game.  Nice variety of challenging puzzles.  I like that it took awhile to play.

### 3/5 — Disappointing

*2023-10-07, version 1.0.4*

Not nearly as good as the first version. Instructions for mini games are not clear. Twice, I had part of my collections disappear so I could not complete the almost finished game. Disappointing.

### 4/5 — Good game but some annoying things

*2023-08-27, version 1.0.4*

This is a good game aside from some annoying things. There’s some things that you do that just don’t make sense. You just need to try different items to see if they work and in those cases it’s almost always the last thing I thought it would be. Thankfully, that’s not often but it’s often enough to be annoying.

The most annoying thing though was when I was doing the match of items in the refrigerator, the words of the items was all messed up. Like it said “taMe,” which I figured out meant “Meat.” Or, “asSuages,” which meant “Sausages.” Once I figured those 2 out and realized the capital letter was the one at the beginning and I just needed to figure out the word, I was able to get through that part. But annoying to have to do…but did just make the “puzzle” a little harder than it would have been otherwise, which would have just been selecting the listed items.

### 5/5 — Great game

*2023-07-14, version 1.0.3*

Update. Below glitches have been patched. Good game.
1. The last mini-game of the main chapter has a glitch. Correctly constructed spiderweb like pattern on the baggage cart wheel won't work. Player is forced to purchase "skip" in order to continue.
2. Glitch in the bonus chapter mini-game: initiated by 2 boards used to cross a body of water in the square. Player is forced to purchase "skip" in order to continue. Again.

### 3/5 — Stuck

*2023-07-03, version 1.0.2*

I am unable to hand my press pass to the Dr in the bonus chapter.

### 3/5 — Glitchy

*2023-06-27, version 1.0.2*

I’ve come across a glitch where I can’t give the ID to the dude in the bonus chapter. Irritating.

### 3/5 — So many glitches

*2023-06-22, version 1.0.2*

Games don’t work. A bunch of words are horribly misspelled in one of the puzzles, so you have no idea what you’re looking for. Really odd that the game was put out with these kind of bugs.

### 2/5 — Stuck

*2023-06-13, version 1.0.1*

Would be a good game but I’m in the train towards the end of the game and when I get to the third puzzle to solve the one with the strings that can’t overlap,as soon as I complete it nothing happens. And I know for sure that I’m completing the puzzle correctly so it’s definitely a glitch and now I’m no longer able to continue the game. Can the glitch please be fixed quickly?

### 4/5 — Stuck

*2023-06-09, version 1.0.1*

This game was really good until I got to the office where I enter the code onto the statue above fireplace. The first letter disappears and others will not do anything at all. I tried uninstalling and reinstalling and still didn’t fix, please fix so that I may finish the game. Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about Criminal Archives 2

### What is Criminal Archives 2 about?

Criminal Archives 2 is a free-to-play hidden object detective game where you investigate a series of murders. You'll uncover clues, interact with characters, and make choices that affect the story's progression.

### What are the main features of this game?

The game features an interactive investigation where your dialogue choices influence the outcome, various hidden object scenes, engaging puzzles and mini-games, collectible items to find, and a bonus chapter to unlock after completing the main story.

### Is this game free to play?

Yes, the game is completely free to play. However, you have the option to purchase hints if you get stuck and need help progressing through the storyline faster.

### What kind of devices is this game compatible with?

While specific compatibility details are not provided, this is a mobile application, suggesting it is designed for smartphones and tablets running iOS or Android operating systems.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for players looking for an immersive mystery experience, fans of hidden object games, or anyone who enjoys solving puzzles and unraveling crime stories in their free time.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2024-10-01

We have fixed minor bugs and made improvements in the update!

### 1.0.6 — 2024-08-02

We have fixed minor bugs and made improvements in the update!

### 1.0.5 — 2024-06-17

We have fixed minor bugs and made improvements in the update!

### 1.0.4 — 2023-08-18

We have fixed minor bugs and made improvements in the update!

### 1.0.3 — 2023-07-06

We have fixed minor bugs and made improvements in the update!

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