# Hidden Folks — Cute. Funny. But where?!

> Interactive hidden object game with hand-drawn art and sound effects. (iPhone/iPad app by Hidden Folks B.V..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-folks/id1133544923 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hidden Folks B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6774541455)
- Category: Games, Family, Adventure, Books
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 12,500 App Store ratings · 1,140 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 247 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese and 12 more
- Released: 2017-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-folks/id1133544923/reviews.md

## What is Hidden Folks?

Game of the Year (2017) on the App Store! 

Search for hidden folks in hand-drawn, interactive, miniature landscapes. Unfurl tent flaps, cut through bushes, slam doors, and poke some crocodiles! Rooooaaaarrrr!!!!!

A strip of targets shows you what to look for. Tap a target for a hint, and find enough to unlock the next area.

------/ Game Features /------

- 32 hand-drawn areas
- 300+ targets to find
- 2000+ mouth-originated sound effects
- 500+ unique interactions
- 3 color modes: normal, sepia, and night mode
- 100+ iMessage stickers
- iCloud synchronisation
- 22 languages (translated by the community)

------/ Need help? /------

You can always email game designer Adriaan de Jongh:
support@hiddenfolks.com

## Key features

- Hand-drawn interactive landscapes
- Hundreds of targets to find
- Unique environmental interactions
- Multiple color modes
- iMessage stickers
- Community-translated languages

## Chart rankings

- #114 in Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)
- #33 in Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

## What do users think of Hidden Folks?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Charming, quirky art style
- 👍 Engaging, interactive gameplay
- 👍 Clever, humorous sound effects
- 👍 Relaxing, no-pressure experience
- 👍 Highly detailed, layered scenes
- 👍 Satisfying to explore and discover

**Cons**

- 🔍 Some objects too small/hard to find
- 🔍 Difficulty level can be inconsistent
- 🔍 Lack of ability to zoom out on larger maps
- 💰 Paid updates/expansions required

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Conveyor belt issue on factory level
- Certain hidden objects not appearing

**Most requested features**

- More levels/content updates
- Ability to save/resume progress
- Customizable hint system
- Randomized/procedurally generated levels

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,140)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-folks/id1133544923/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Cute: Adequate Challenge

*2026-07-29, version 2.1.9*

Found this thru reddit recommendations and I am very pleased so far!

### 5/5 — BEST GAME

*2026-07-01, version 2.1.9*

It’s the third time I have bought the game over the years when my old iPads died.
Absolutely love it and I’m 62. Haha

### 5/5 — Love Folks

*2026-06-03, version 2.1.9*

It’s a very interesting game. Hand drawn. Humans create all the sounds. There’s nothing like it. You can play at any speed you want.

### 5/5 — Best Game ever好游戏别错过

*2026-05-16, version 2.1.9*

真不忽悠，非常棒的寻找物品的游戏！This is one of the very few games I’ve spent money on and never regretted. I’ve played through it many times. Every animation is full of detail, and some things can only be discovered through interaction. Objects and characters even make funny sounds when you touch them, which really shows how much care the developers put into it. This is a rare genuinely good app. I hope there are more games like this in the future, because I’d still be willing to spend both money and time on them.

### 5/5 — A staple of my childhood, and please do more updates

*2026-05-06, version 2.1.9*

I always feel like a kid when I play this game. Keep up the good work and do more updates please. I love the new music festival update, and I really want more for this game. It is sad to see such a good creator stop making good stuff so early. I also loved the snow update and the beach update. I swear when I look at the logo on my iPad it looks like the person in it is waving at me like “Hey, come play me!”

### 5/5 — Love this game!

*2026-04-28, version 2.1.9*

I need more

### 5/5 — Where’s Waldo 2.0

*2026-04-22, version 2.1.9*

Very satisfying game for not only me but my 7 year old daughter!

### 5/5 — Simple silly fun

*2026-04-20, version 2.1.9*

Easy to grasp and mechanically anyone can play. Good for single player or better yet get another involved (maybe this was just as I needed help 😅). Love the human made noises.

### 5/5 — Time killer 🫶🏼

*2026-03-23, version 2.1.9*

Awesome if you like to kill some time  from the world

### 5/5 — Best game ever!!

*2026-03-13, version 2.1.9*

I’ve been playing this game over and over and it never gets old. I love it!

## Frequently asked questions about Hidden Folks

### What is Hidden Folks?

Hidden Folks is a game where you search for hidden characters within detailed, hand-drawn, interactive environments. You interact with the world to uncover them and progress through levels.

### What are the key features of Hidden Folks?

The game features 32 hand-drawn areas with over 300 targets to find. It boasts over 2000 sound effects, 500+ unique interactions, three color modes, iMessage stickers, and iCloud synchronization.

### How much does Hidden Folks cost?

Hidden Folks is a paid application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What devices is Hidden Folks compatible with?

While specific device compatibility isn't detailed, it is available on the App Store, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices. It also supports 22 languages translated by the community.

### What are some common use cases for Hidden Folks?

This game is ideal for casual gaming sessions, a relaxing puzzle experience, or for users who appreciate unique art styles and interactive gameplay. It's also suitable for families and those looking for a screen-time activity.

## Version history (last 5 of 5)

### 2.1.9 — 2025-11-19

Minor bug fixes and improvements.

### 2.1.7 — 2024-03-23

Hey – game designer Adriaan here! This minor update is only a compatibility update. Did you know I occasionally send out a newsletter to Hidden Folks fans? I recently made an announcement there! Something about a sequel to Hidden Folks maybe?! Sign up at: https://hiddenfolks.com/subscribe

### 2.0.6 — 2020-06-21

Hello! Game designer Adriaan typing here. I hope you're doing well. This update fixes a few minor bugs and mistranslations, so it's not a very exciting update, but an important for some! For example: the 'Toggle Interface Size' button in the settings should appear on iPads again so that those with bad sight or those with excellent sight have some options in whether they can or can't read clues for targets. I also looked into making the game compatible with iPad 4th generation but I fear the worst; 8+ year old hardware can't keep up with technology and software updates. I continue digging, though! Anyway, if you need my help, I'm always friendly at support@hiddenfolks.com - talk to you later!

### 2.0.5 — 2020-06-13

The On Tour update adds 6 new music themed areas to the game, for free! And we removed downloadable content and in-app purchases from the game, so the Beach areas are available for free now too! And we made lots of other small improvements! Enjoy!

### 2.0.3 — 2020-06-04

The On Tour update adds 6 new music themed areas to the game, for free! And we removed downloadable content and in-app purchases from the game, so the Beach areas are available for free now too! And we made lots of other small improvements! Enjoy!

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