# Fear for Sale: City of the Past HD - A Hidden Object Mystery (Full) > Hidden object mystery game about a sculptor's murder and animated statues. (iPhone/iPad app by Big Fish Games, Inc.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fear-for-sale-city-of-the-past-hd-a-hidden-object-mystery-full/id1077483835 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Big Fish Games, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/292594310) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle - Price: $6.99 - Rating: 4.50/5 from 57 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 1.9 GB - Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese - Released: 2016-09-02 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fear-for-sale-city-of-the-past-hd-a-hidden-object-mystery-full/id1077483835/reviews.md ## What is Fear for Sale? Unlock the complete adventure with a single purchase! No in-app purchases! Evelyn was a talented sculptor who died tragically in a fire. Her model, Amelia is being blamed for her murder, since Amelia’s drawings depict scenes of Evelyn’s gruesome demise. Now, strange phenomena have started happening in the town of Eastwood, where the townsfolk are being terrorized by Evelyn’s statues come to life. Go investigate, and see if you can get to the bottom of this baffling story. • WHO’S TO BLAME FOR THIS ARTIST’S DEATH? Is Amelia the culprit, or does she just have the unique ability to predict the future through her illustrations? Was someone else out to get Evelyn? And if so, who’s to benefit from framing an innocent model? • CAN YOU STOP THE RAMPAGING SCULPTURES? Battle your way through stony hidden object scenes. • CHISEL DOWN TO THE HEART OF THIS MYSTERY Expose the murderer in a series of hardened puzzles and dusty mini-games. • UNCOVER A SHOCKING SECRET IN THE BONUS CHAPTER Learn the fate of one of the characters and enjoy additional Collector’s Edition exclusives including special achievements, collectible Postcards, and more! *** Discover more from Big Fish! *** Check out our entire game library with our Big Fish Games app absolutely FREE here: http://bigfi.sh/BigFishGamesApp Sign up for our newsletter and never miss a new release or promotion again: http://bigfi.sh/iSplashNewsletter Big Fish is the leading global marketplace to discover and enjoy casual games. You can enjoy our virtually endless selection of games anytime, anywhere — on your PC, Mac, mobile phone, or tablet. Learn more at bigfishgames.com! Become a fan on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BigFishGames Follow us on Twitter: http://bigfi.sh/BigFishTwitter ## Key features - Investigate a murder mystery - Solve hidden object scenes - Complete puzzles and mini-games - Unlock bonus chapter content - Collector's Edition exclusives ## Recent user reviews (10 of 17) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fear-for-sale-city-of-the-past-hd-a-hidden-object-mystery-full/id1077483835/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Good quality game *2019-01-16, version 1.0.0* Game has good story line, smooth game play, good graphics and good HOs. Some of the mini games were too hard and time-consuming, but I’m not a perfectionist, can just SKIP if not fun! Everything I look for in a game after years of playing. ### 5/5 — Excellent, especially for newer iPads *2016-09-11, version 1.0.0* First, my wife and I have played dozens of Big Fish hidden object games for years on a 3rd generation iPad. We recently got a deal we couldn't pass up on an iPad Pro. No, I didn't write that to brag. I wrote that because many of the reviews are commenting about the screen load times. Well, of course - it's a very new game with big graphics demands. Look at the download size! Sure you can complain, but there are hundreds of older Big Fish games for the older devices. For those of us lucky enough to have newer devices, it's wonderful to have a game that shows what they are capable of. There is all kinds of extra little animation bits. It's fun to just touch an object to see what will happen. Okay, not all are relevant to the game story, but it certainly adds to the creepy atmosphere. We are thrilled that Big Fish took the extra effort to make a game that really takes advantage of 'beefier' hardware. If you've got it, this game is a must have. ### 2/5 — Good game, but extremely slow loading *2016-09-04, version 1.0.0* Especially the Bonus game which is almost unplayable in spots. This ruined it for me. I have an IPad 2 if that makes a difference. ### 3/5 — Great story ,frustrating mechanics *2016-09-03, version 1.0.0* I am so frustrated with this game!! It has a great storyline, but it takes way too long to load into another area. Also, the sensitivity to get something is awful!! I ended up deleting the game and starting over 3 times!!! I finally gave up and I was really enjoying the storyline. ### 5/5 — Excellent! *2016-08-25, version 1.0.0* This is a very worthwhile game. Great storyline, lots of fun interactive hidden object scenes & puzzles. Loved the voiceovers, teleporting map. One of my favorites in this series! 👍 Try it I am sure you will love it! Thank You, Big Fish & developers KdBoots ### 4/5 — Good Game but slow loads *2016-08-20, version 1.0.0* If it wasn't for the maddeningly slow loading between scenes this game would've been finished much earlier. It got to be so annoying towards the end that I was hitting the hint button and using the map just to get through it. Aside from that the game itself was very good. But honestly if I'd known of the slow chugs of loading scenes I would've passed. ### 4/5 — Good Game *2016-08-17, version 1.0.0* Enjoyed this game. Deducted one star for slow loading between scenes. ### 4/5 — City for Sale - Almost a 5 Star Game *2016-08-16, version 1.0.0* It would have been a 5 star game but there is no customizable feature. Also, some of the objects in the HOPs are small and dark. It requires several taps to find the objects. However, I truly loved playing the game. Many Inventive ahOPs and puzzles. Long-playing, beautiful graphics. Responsive teleporting Hint button. I will probably purchase the next game in this series. ### 4/5 — Fun!! *2016-08-15, version 1.0.0* I am giving this game 4 stars because of the length of time for each scene to load and some slight glitchiness. That being said, I highly enjoyed this game. I played in casual mode because I wanted to relax. The puzzles were varied and not too complicated and there were a lot of HOPs which I really enjoy. The game flowed well and was very lengthy. I really liked the map which could quickly transport you to another location. I also particularly liked that it indicated whether you had collected all the collectibles for each scene. Definitely worth the price and especially at the sale price. Will play again! ### 4/5 — I'm "Buying" Into This "Fear"! It's Worth The "Sale" Price! *2016-08-15, version 1.0.0* UPDATE: I've deducted a star for the following reasons set forth: (1). Too many recycled HOS; scenes were revisited twice, which explains why there were so many. (2). Transition delays worsened upon progression causing repeated intermittent disruptions. (3). Mind-numbing, unintelligible puzzles that require few steps to complete. I'm really enjoying this one. The graphics are satisfactory but could be sharper or crisper. The color schematics are dominated by a consistently hazy shade of purple-blue to emit a mysterious aura as you explore your surroundings. The levels of apprehension and anxiety are elevated through the implementation of horrific and macabre imagery, such as hideous, gruesome statues staring coldly at you with razor sharp fangs and disproportionately long arms jutting out; giant, blinking red eyes following your every move from all around; and black cats and crows crossing your path, which are ominously symbolic. I feel immersed within the environment as butterflies and birds fly away, glass shatters into pieces, and food is eaten up - all upon touch. The music and noises, such as crickets chirping and thunder booming, achieve suspenseful climaxes at appropriate times. You can customize your settings. The inventory is labeled and interactive; items require assembly. The teleport map indicates available actions in custom mode, as well as what locations have a morphing object; additionally, the labels appear when you hold down your finger on each location. The HOS are interactive, puzzle-like, and consist of various types. The puzzles are fun and varied with some storybook types. There is a much appreciated "back" button for the HOS and the scenes. The formulaic "Press Pass" is back, but I won't give it away. You do have some collectibles; they can be challenging to spot. The only nag is that the transition between scenes was delayed by a few seconds; however, there were no glitches. I enjoyed the storyline, the variety, and all of the components that make a game worthwhile. ## Frequently asked questions about Fear for Sale ### What is Fear for Sale about? Fear for Sale is a hidden object mystery game where players investigate the murder of a sculptor and the strange events that follow. You'll solve puzzles and find clues to uncover the truth. ### How much does Fear for Sale cost? Fear for Sale is a paid game priced at $6.99. The purchase unlocks the complete adventure with no additional in-app purchases required. ### What age rating is Fear for Sale? Fear for Sale has an age rating of 9+. This indicates it is suitable for players aged 9 and older. ### What devices does Fear for Sale support? Fear for Sale is currently supported on iPad devices. Information on other platform availability is not provided. ### Are there any in-app purchases in Fear for Sale? No, Fear for Sale does not have any in-app purchases. The game offers a complete adventure unlocked with a single upfront purchase. ### What kind of gameplay can I expect in Fear for Sale? Gameplay in Fear for Sale involves searching for hidden objects in detailed scenes, solving various puzzles, and playing mini-games to progress the story and uncover clues. ### Does Fear for Sale have a bonus chapter? Yes, Fear for Sale includes a bonus chapter that allows players to learn the fate of one of the characters. This chapter also offers additional Collector's Edition exclusives. ### When was Fear for Sale last updated? Fear for Sale was last updated on September 2, 2016, with version 1.0.0. 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