# Hearo — Location Based Audio Games > Location-based audio games with interactive stories and puzzles. (iPhone/iPad app by Tripvia Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearo/id1644045250 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Tripvia Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1338970877) - Category: Travel, Games - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 2.80/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.1 · 140 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2022-10-02 - Data updated: 2026-08-18 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearo/id1644045250/reviews.md ## What is Hearo? Welcome to HEARO! Can YOU save your city? Follow the interactive map as an immersive audio story unfolds around you! As you travel from location to location, you'll hear location based audio that sounds like it's straight out of a movie! The whole story is centered around YOU as you and your group enjoy the audio, solve puzzles, find clues, catch criminals and do whatever it takes to save the city. What's it like? A mix between a video game, an escape room, a movie and a scavenger hunt. Audio game experiences range from mature to family friendly. Visit our website or download the free app for a list of experiences and available locations --> www.iamhearo.com. ## Key features - Interactive audio stories - Location-based gameplay - Puzzle solving - Clue finding - Group play - Immersive narrative ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | M4M \| Austin, TX | $13.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Decatur, GA | $13.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Concord, NH | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Ashburn & Sterling, VA | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Troy | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Great Falls, MT | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Cheyenne | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Fairbanks, AK | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Ann Arbor, MI | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Skokie, IL | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Lewiston, ME | $14.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Yakima, WA | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Eugene & Springfield, OR | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Fayetteville, AR | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Flagstaff, AZ | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| State College, PA | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Lincoln, NE | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Hagerstown, MD | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Lynchburg, VA | $19.99 | one-time | | M4M \| Lowell, MA | $19.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 18) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hearo/id1644045250/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Good story *2026-07-31* The trip took us all around mid town, though the stops were split up so there wasn’t that much walking in between hints. The story was very interesting and pretty hard to figure out the answer, which I really enjoyed. However the questions they asked weren’t exactly related to solving the case, but they weren’t that difficult to solve. Overall it was pretty fun and a good way to see more of the town. ### 1/5 — It’s AI and terrible. *2026-07-30* My grandma found this and thought it looked fun. I didn’t check the reviews before she payed for the experience is absolutely terrible and I’m huge true crime fan. It’s a scam in my opinion. Do not waste your money on stuff that relays on AI to make an experience. My poor grandmother doesn’t know AI well and it’s taking advantage of those who don’t. ### 4/5 — Interesting *2025-11-10* So we read the reviews and decided to use it as entertainment for the drive home. (My son used google maps to answer the location questions) After learning it was not going to take us to notable stops around the city and it had the potential of a lot of frustration We had hoped it was going to be a bit of a walking tour (I think that would have been 4 hours if we did that) I wish it was more family friendly (cussing wasn’t needed) It may be AI generated. I feel there’s a good product here , just needs better execution. I will say it was probably a good two hours of our drive So that was nice I was honest and paid for 2 people so $25 I feel was steep for what we got. $15 would have made more sense for this product Worth more if they tweak it though ### 2/5 — Not worth $15 *2025-08-11* The experience was not what we expected. The AI generated images were outdated, and the questions were poorly written and the walk was avoidable - definitely not needed to complete this game. The idea for the game is good, but the execution of it was poorly done. Maybe it’ll get better after so many reviews? Don’t waste your money. ### 2/5 — Not my favorite experience *2025-08-11* Cool concept but the execution was poor. Many of the clues were misguided or vague, so we as participants were often getting the questions wrong. At some point, we stopped listening to the case presentation because the questions weren't related to them truthfully. Many of the clues had buildings that looked different or asked questions (e.g. how many stripes are on the northwest crossing) that could change simply with normal upkeep of the city. Not sure if the makers have any on the ground who occasionally does the tour to ensure that clues are updated. ### 5/5 — Fun experience *2025-08-10* We had a great time with this experience. We chose the driving and 4 of us drove around to the locations and listened to the audio interviews. I hope they make more episodes. We would do it again. And $19.99 for 4 people to have an interesting adventure is a good deal to me. ### 3/5 — A fun adventure in Troy, New York *2025-04-08* It was definitely a fun experience for my birthday. We picked the driving option, and it took us to interesting locations. The apartment complex where the victim lived was private property. I do wish the game was more interactive besides the skill checks that required a lot of math or getting out of the car on private property to look for numbers. In addition, one location that was a grocery store where the homeless suspect had been arrested for stealing in the story is a unity house, which was probably unintentional, but that part of the story seemed in poor taste. So overall it was a good experience with friends, but I believe whoever researched the place could have chosen better, more iconic and accessible locations for the story and made the experience more interactive in ways that are relevant to the story. ### 5/5 — Murder mystery detective experience, Langford *2025-02-23, version 9.0.303* Thoroughly enjoyed and far exceeded my expectations. Well done and a great way to spend an afternoon with my daughter and wife. First rate and five stars ### 5/5 — The best Adventure *2024-11-10* I had a blast driving around town trying to solve Andrew’s murder. This would be a great game to play in a group, but it was even fun solo. The best part was solving the clues. I was able to explore aspects of my city that I never really paid attention too. I can’t wait for more adventures to be unlocked. ### 1/5 — Wow! A real standout. *2024-10-06* The highlight of trying the app / experience was all the fun we had making fun of this scam. I booked with two 13 year old kids who were excited to solve a mystery. By the 2nd location we realized visiting the locations is pointless, just like buying this app. The day was saved by countless jokes about the average app and pointless questions that are more meaningless than the plot. THIS DESERVES ZERO STARS ## Frequently asked questions about Hearo ### What kind of experiences does Hearo offer? Hearo offers immersive audio game experiences that are a mix between a video game, an escape room, a movie, and a scavenger hunt. The experiences range from mature to family-friendly, allowing for diverse user enjoyment. ### How does Hearo use my location? Hearo uses your location to unfold an interactive audio story around you as you travel from place to place. The audio is location-based, making the story feel like it's happening in real-time in your environment. ### Can I play Hearo with friends? Yes, Hearo is designed for group play. You and your group can enjoy the audio, solve puzzles, find clues, and work together to save the city within the game's narrative. ### Is Hearo available on all devices? Hearo is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile platforms. ### What is the age rating for Hearo? Hearo has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of ages. The app's content is designed to be accessible for younger players as well as adults. ### How often is Hearo updated? The latest version of Hearo is 9.0.478, and it was last updated on January 14, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application. ### What is the user sentiment for Hearo? Hearo has an average rating of 2.9 stars from 15 ratings. This suggests that while some users enjoy the app, there is room for improvement based on overall user feedback. ### Where can I find a list of Hearo experiences? You can find a list of experiences and available locations for Hearo by visiting their website at www.iamhearo.com or by downloading the free app. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 9.0.616 — 2026-08-11 Small bug fixes and improvements ### 9.0.596 — 2026-07-15 Small bug fixes and improvements ### 9.0.592 — 2026-07-14 Small bug fixes and improvements ### 9.0.579 — 2026-07-09 Small bug fixes and improvements ### 9.0.569 — 2026-06-25 Small bug fixes and improvements ## Apps similar to Hearo | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Road Trip: Voice Tour Guide AI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/road-trip-voice-tour-guide-ai/id1671354231) | 3.5 (2) | Free | Travel | | [Audiala: AI Audio Tour Guide](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiala-ai-audio-tour-guide/id6446038181) | 3.0 (4) | Free | Travel | | [Samo: Travel Audio Guides](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/samo-travel-audio-guides/id6476863468) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Travel | | [AudioMe Tours](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiome-tours/id6447191458) | 4.2 (66) | Free | Travel | | [Questo: Walking Tours & Games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/questo-walking-tours-and-games/id1216630504) | 4.8 (2,919) | Free | Travel | | [Cultured - Formerly Engage Art](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cultured-formerly-engage-art/id1529034994) | 1.0 (1) | Free | Travel | ## More apps by Tripvia Inc. - [Tripvia Tours](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tripvia-tours/id1264317279) All apps by Tripvia Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/1338970877 ## Related topics [hearo](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hearo) · [haero](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/haero) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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