# Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play — Object Seek and Find Fun > Interactive hidden object puzzles for cognitive skill development and relaxation. (iPhone/iPad app by Highlights for Children, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-pictures-puzzle-play/id1462177299 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Highlights for Children, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/567496442) - Category: Education, Games, Family, Puzzle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.48/5 from 7,797 App Store ratings · 110 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 225 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2019-05-24 - Data updated: 2026-09-02 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-pictures-puzzle-play/id1462177299/reviews.md ## What is Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play? Enjoy the timeless and award-winning fun of Highlights’ world-famous Hidden Pictures puzzles! Drawing on years of research, our puzzle experts have strategically crafted these find-it puzzles to provide meaningful benefits – and maximum fun for everyone. Every Hidden Pictures scene is designed to challenge, delight and motivate puzzlers, while strengthening attention to detail, concentration and other cognitive skills in an enjoyable, relaxing way. With every challenging game, you’ll see why Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play is the perfect way to exercise your mind and enjoy relaxing downtime — anytime, anywhere! How many objects can you find? In this interactive seek-and-find experience, you can explore themed puzzle categories, conquer daily puzzle challenges and discover multiple kinds of hidden-object challenges, including exclusive Hidden Pictures Puzzle Races. The more you play, the more puzzling fun you unlock! Join FREE for 14 days and get: •Instant access to 125+ puzzles, PLUS the more you play, the more puzzles you unlock • NEW puzzle challenges every day • 3 kinds of puzzles, including exclusive Hidden Pictures Puzzle Races • Log in to access puzzles from your smartphone, tablet and desktop • Access to web-only puzzle printables for offline play • A safe, ad-free environment Subscription Details • The first payment will be charged to your Apple ID account on the first day following your Free Trial Period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the Trial Period • Subscription automatically renews at your applicable monthly or annual price unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period and will identify the cost of the renewal • You can manage and cancel your Subscriptions by going to your App Store settings after purchase • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period Terms and conditions: https://www.highlights.com/store/apps/hp-privacy-terms ABOUT US HIGHLIGHTS FOR CHILDREN Founded by educators Dr. Garry and Caroline Myers in 1946, Highlights was built on the belief that “Children Are the World’s Most Important People™.” Today, more than 70 years later, every product is still designed to help children become their best selves Curious Creative, Caring and Confident™. COLTO Colto is a multi-award-winning play studio creating imaginative learning mobile play experiences for kids around the world based on original and branded properties. We strive to develop quality educational apps that kids love and parents trust. Our games are ethical safe and designed to be non-addictive for kids. ## Key features - Classic Hidden Pictures puzzles - Themed puzzle categories - Daily puzzle challenges - Hidden Pictures Puzzle Races - Cross-platform access - Offline printable puzzles ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month | | Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year | | Annual Subscription | $23.99 | per year | | Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month | ## What do users think of Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 🚀 Fun and challenging puzzles - 👍 Nostalgia for Highlights magazine - 🚀 Lots of puzzles available **Cons** - 🐛 App crashes frequently - 🔒 Subscription required for full access - 🔒 Subscription issues and lack of customer support - 👎 Puzzles too difficult for young children - 👎 Lack of new puzzle updates **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes after iOS updates - Puzzles with items just out of view - Tapping on hidden items not registering - Progress not saving or resetting after reinstalls **Most requested features** - Option to turn off timer - More frequent puzzle updates - Better puzzle visibility and zooming - Ability to save progress across devices ## Recent user reviews (10 of 110) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-pictures-puzzle-play/id1462177299/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Can’t put in landscape mode *2026-08-06, version 1.6.2* I was force to update. Now there is no landscape mode ### 3/5 — Wish they added in new ones *2026-06-21, version 1.6.2* I like their puzzles but wish they added in new ones. Feels like it’s the same old puzzles. ### 1/5 — App no longer loads *2025-10-25, version 1.6.2* App won’t even load. Not going to keep paying to subscribe if the app isn’t working. ### 1/5 — One picture *2025-02-26, version 1.6.2* I got the app and deleted it. I realized there was only one picture to do per category, you have to pay to get more. ### 5/5 — It is a blast *2025-02-19, version 1.6.2* Iudrhfyehfurhfehfuehfuehfuehfuehfuefhefnuenfeuhfuehfunfeufn love it so much because. Iijnufhehfbeufh3ufhuhf3uhffu ### 5/5 — Best hidden object puzzle *2025-01-18, version 1.6.2* No one does hidden objects like Highlights. These objects are integrated into the picture which makes it fun and hard but not too hard. ### 3/5 — Tips *2024-12-08, version 1.6.2* I love it but you only get one or zero puzzles to do and then theres bugs with the stars and i just keep on getting annoyed by it ### 1/5 — Downloaded for grand child *2024-11-29, version 1.6.2* I got exactly 1 puzzle without paying. Can’t even tell with 1 puzzle if we like it. Not worth taking up space on my iPad. Deleted ### 3/5 — Put some pictures were locked *2024-11-09, version 1.6.2* I DID not want to pay bad app if you don’t want to play I don’t want to pay for a stupid game I HATE PLAYING THIS GAME !!!!! ### 1/5 — Not in-app purchases *2024-10-30, version 1.6.2* 14 days free then a pay wall, that is not in-app purchases. Then a get a canned response because of this review that makes it sound like they’re going to charge me and that I have a subscription. “ Oh no! We hope everyone will want to try the Hidden Pictures app! You can use the app for free for the trial period before the monthly fee begins. If you want to “Decide Later” you still get puzzles to play while you think about it. A lot of hard work and creativity, based on years of experience and research, goes into each batch of Hidden Pictures puzzles so they are not only fun, but help kids learn and grow! You can stop the subscription at any time if you don’t like it, but we hope you’ll feel the Hidden Pictures are worth the price."” ## Frequently asked questions about Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play ### What is Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play? Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play offers interactive seek-and-find puzzles based on the popular Highlights' Hidden Pictures. These puzzles are designed to be fun while also strengthening attention to detail, concentration, and other cognitive skills in a relaxing way. ### What kind of puzzles are available? The app features classic Hidden Pictures puzzles, themed categories, daily challenges, and exclusive Hidden Pictures Puzzle Races. As you play more, you unlock additional puzzling fun. ### How much does Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play cost? The app offers a 14-day free trial. After the trial, it operates on a subscription model with monthly or annual renewal options. You can manage your subscription through your App Store settings. ### What devices is Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play compatible with? You can log in to access puzzles from your smartphone, tablet, and desktop. Additionally, the app provides access to web-only puzzle printables for offline play. ### What are the benefits of playing these puzzles? Playing these puzzles provides meaningful benefits by challenging and motivating users while strengthening attention to detail, concentration, and other cognitive skills. It's presented as an enjoyable and relaxing way to exercise your mind. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.6.2 — 2022-03-25 We’ve made a few minor technical changes to spiff up our app. If you’re loving it, be sure to let us know with a review! ### 1.6.1 — 2021-12-15 We’ve made a few minor technical changes to spiff up our app. If you’re loving it, be sure to let us know with a review! ### 1.5.9 — 2021-08-03 We’ve made a few minor technical changes to spiff up our app. If you’re loving it, be sure to let us know with a review! ### 1.5.8 — 2021-05-31 NEW summer puzzles have arrived! ### 1.5.6 — 2021-04-01 NEW spring puzzles have arrived! ## Apps similar to Hidden Pictures Puzzle Play | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Hidden Pictures Puzzle Town](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-pictures-puzzle-town/id1182886079) | 4.4 (4,463) | Free | Education | | [Hidden Object Adventure Games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-object-adventure-games/id6446993303) | 4.3 (155) | Free | Education | | [MGKidsSpy: hidden object games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mgkidsspy-hidden-object-games/id1516073840) | 3.8 (13) | Free | Education | | [Papo Town Mystery](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papo-town-mystery/id1492244371) | 4.4 (10) | Free | Education | | [My Very Hungry Caterpillar](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-very-hungry-caterpillar/id978304432) | 4.3 (14,128) | Free | Education | | [Science for Kids by Tappity](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/science-for-kids-by-tappity/id1265019371) | 4.5 (8,584) | Free | Education | ## More apps by Highlights for Children, Inc. - [Highlights Monster Day](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/highlights-monster-day/id1112162323) - [Highlights™ Shapes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/highlights-shapes/id1127726827) - [Hidden Pictures Puzzle Town](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-pictures-puzzle-town/id1182886079) All apps by Highlights for Children, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/567496442 ## Related topics [picture find puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/picture-find-puzzles) · [hidden pictures finding](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-pictures-finding) · [ispy kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ispy-kids) · [picture puzzle games kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/picture-puzzle-games-kids) · [highlights hidden pictures](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/highlights-hidden-pictures) · [highlights](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/highlights) · [hidden pictures](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-pictures) · [hidden pictures puzzle play](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-pictures-puzzle-play) · [kids hidden object find](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kids-hidden-object-find) · [hidden pictures app](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-pictures-app) · [highlights magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/highlights-magazine) · [hidden picture games](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-picture-games) · [children play](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/children-play) · [hidden pictures games](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-pictures-games) · [hidden pictures object](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-pictures-object) · [hidden pictures puzzle town](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-pictures-puzzle-town) · [hidden object games for kids](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-object-games-for-kids) · [kids hidden objects & puzzles](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kids-hidden-objects-puzzles) · [hidden images](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/hidden-images) · [kids seek and find](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/kids-seek-and-find) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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