# Detectives: Hidden Objects — Hidden Object Games

> Free hidden object puzzle game with detective stories and optional in-app purchases. (iPhone/iPad app by Crisp App Studio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detectives-hidden-objects/id1011768970 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 1,163 App Store ratings · 455 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 68 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2015-11-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detectives-hidden-objects/id1011768970/reviews.md

## What is Detectives?

This hidden objects games is TRULY FREE, the whole adventure is open to you without any additional purchases - it’s entirely up to you to buy optional tools.

● DETECTIVE SHERLOCK HOLMES 
   New adventures of famous Sherlock Holmes are waiting for you
The valuable exhibit is stolen from a collection of Lord Crowley. Traces of malefactors lead to India.

● ZOMBIES ESCAPE
   Become top Zombie Hunter in a classic hidden objects puzzle. 
Help to find Zombies who escaped from a clinic lab!

● DETECTIVE PUG
   The shadow of the evil Skindiver has fallen upon Oddopolis. The city police don’t know what to do. Detective Sherlock Pug has decided to call on superheroes for aid.
Become a comic-book detective’s right-hand man. Solve an unusual case by finding and defeating a dangerous villain.

"Easily the most vibrant and out of this world hidden objects game you’ll find in the App Store."  -   AppAdvice

"Hard to say but easy to love "  -  AppGratis

"Fabulous detailed scenes with impressive graphics for you to hunt for clues in."  - AppPicker

## Key features

- Sherlock Holmes adventures
- Zombie escape puzzles
- Comic-book detective cases
- Find hidden objects
- Detailed scenes and graphics
- Optional in-app tools

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Instant Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Preview Hints Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ads Free | $1.99 | one-time |
| Time Machine | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hidden Objects : All-included | $2.99 | one-time |
| Sherlock Holmes: No Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Detective Pug Comics: No Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Hidden Zombies: No Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Detectives?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Challenging and engaging puzzles
- 🎨 Interesting graphics and visuals
- 🧠 Mentally stimulating gameplay
- 💰 Free to play with optional paid upgrades
- 🕹️ Variety of mini-games and puzzles

**Cons**

- 🔍 Some objects can be hard to spot
- 🕰️ Occasional performance issues or freezes
- 💸 Frequent ads can be intrusive
- 🤔 Unclear instructions for certain mechanics

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game getting stuck or crashing on certain levels
- Locked rooms or puzzles not functioning properly

**Most requested features**

- Difficulty settings or customization options
- More varied and challenging puzzles
- Improved performance and stability
- Ability to disable ads for a fee

## Recent user reviews (10 of 455)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detectives-hidden-objects/id1011768970/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Fa ici

*2026-03-30, version 3.2*

Danger

### 5/5 — Excelente

*2024-11-26, version 3.2*

Bastante entretenido y atrapante

### 1/5 — Detectives

*2024-06-11, version 3.2*

There is something wrong with my game. It’s stuck in one spot and I can’t move on. All the other games are great

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2023-09-02, version 3.2*

I love this app.

### 5/5 — Verslavend

*2023-08-01, version 3.2*

Dit spel laat je niet los en je wil voortdurend het volgende level ontdekken.

### 5/5 — Detectives

*2023-07-16, version 3.2*

Enjoy this very much. This is a thinking puzzle.

### 4/5 — Entretiene

*2023-05-29, version 3.2*

Nada mal

### 5/5 — Really fun!

*2022-12-16, version 3.2*

Moves quickly. Not boring. Excellent graphics. Not too many ads. Really enjoying this game.

### 5/5 — Genial

*2022-07-17, version 3.2*

Agudiza mucho la vista , hay que tener paciencia, pero entretiene mucho

### 5/5 — love it

*2022-06-16, version 3.2*

loooooooove it

## Frequently asked questions about Detectives

### What is this app about?

This app is a hidden object puzzle game that offers a variety of detective-themed adventures. Players search for hidden items within detailed scenes to solve mysteries, such as stolen artifacts or escaped zombies. The core game experience is free to play.

### What are the main features?

Key features include engaging stories with characters like Sherlock Holmes, diverse scenarios like zombie escapes and comic-book mysteries, and the core mechanic of finding hidden objects in visually rich environments. Optional tools can be purchased to aid gameplay.

### Is this app free to download and play?

Yes, the app is described as 'TRULY FREE,' meaning the entire adventure is accessible without any mandatory purchases. However, there are optional tools available for purchase within the app to assist players.

### Who is this app designed for?

This game is designed for individuals who enjoy casual puzzle games, specifically those who like the challenge of finding hidden objects. It appeals to players who appreciate detective stories, mysteries, and visually detailed game environments.

### What kind of mysteries can I solve?

You can solve a range of mysteries, including classic detective cases inspired by Sherlock Holmes, such as recovering stolen exhibits. Other scenarios involve hunting zombies who have escaped from a lab or assisting superheroes in solving unusual crimes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2 — 2018-10-25

New : Boarding hints for buttons 
Fixed : an issue in some location with iOS12.

### 3.1 — 2017-10-02

Now there are THREE hidden object detectives here - explore each of them! 
All the stories are opened without any additional purchases.
Please review this update ; it’s really important to us. Thank you!

v3.1:
• fixed: crash on failed ODR requests in some cases 

v3.0:
• iOS11 tested & ready 
• On-demand resources to save your storage 
• New icon  
• Some bug fixes and tweaks

### 3.0 — 2017-09-19

• Now there are THREE hidden object detectives here - explore each of them! All the stories are opened without any additional purchases
• iOS11 tested & ready 
• On-demand resources to save your storage 
• New icon  
• Some bug fixes and tweaks

### 2.7 — 2016-12-12

Some improvements and bug fixes
Please review this update available in the App Store; it’s really important to us. Thank you!

### 2.6 — 2016-12-07

Some improvements and bug fixes
Please review this update available in the App Store; it’s really important to us. Thank you!

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All apps by Crisp App Studio: https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614

## Related topics

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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 2026-08-22.*
