# Modern Tales — Age of Invention

> Hidden object puzzle adventure game set during the 1900 Paris Expo. (iPhone/iPad app by Artifex Mundi S.A..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-tales/id1258527276 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Artifex Mundi S.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/577014586)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 279 App Store ratings · 44 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 1.8 GB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2017-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-tales/id1258527276/reviews.md

## What is Modern Tales?

FANTASTIC HIDDEN OBJECT PUZZLE ADVENTURE GAME FROM THE CREATORS OF ENIGMATIS AND GRIM LEGENDS!

Paris, 1900. During the world expo an unknown force kidnaps the brightest minds of the century. To what sinister end? Step into the shoes of Emily Patterson – the daughter of one of the captured scientists – to conduct your own investigation, follow the trail of the captor and thwart his evil plans before the fate of the world is sealed.

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During the Paris expo someone kidnaps the invited scientists under mysterious circumstances. The daughter of one of the victims – Emily Patterson – follows a known philanthropist, whom she suspects of being part of the conspiracy. The search for her father will mark the beginning of an extraordinary adventure that leads her from Europe to frigid Siberia. Emily will meet the brilliant people of the era like Coco Chanel, Albert Einstein and Ferdinand Porsche. They will save her from trouble more than once, but will also frequently need her assistance. Who is behind the kidnapping of the scientists? Will Emily find her father, overcome the obstacles and manage to solve the sophisticated puzzles and minigames? Embark on a fantastic adventure in the era of modern inventions, unravel the sinister plot and save the world from a scheming madman! 

• Follow the trail of lost scientists!
• 30 fantastic locations from Switzerland to Siberia! 
• Meet the brilliant minds of the era!
• Test yourself in 14 puzzles and HO scenes!
• Save the world from a scheming madman!

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## Key features

- Hidden object gameplay
- Puzzle solving
- Minigames
- Investigative storyline
- Historical setting
- Multiple locations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Game | $6.99 | one-time |
| Game Unlock (AM Club) | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Modern Tales?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- ✨ Gorgeous graphics and design
- 👍 Engaging storylines and plots
- 💡 Creative and inventive puzzles
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay and interaction
- 😊 Fun and enjoyable experience
- 💯 High quality and well-executed
- 🌟 Excellent historical/scientific themes
- 🗺️ Useful teleport map feature

**Cons**

- 💰 High price for content
- ⏳ Short game length
- 🤔 Repetitive tasks
- 🤷‍♂️ Unsatisfying endings
- 🗣️ Dialogue too fast to read
- 💸 Not as advertised discount

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game not loading
- Game freezing after purchase
- Discount not applied

**Most requested features**

- Sequel with kitten and dog
- More games from this developer
- Bonus game/adventure

## Recent user reviews (10 of 44)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modern-tales/id1258527276/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Modern tales 2

*2024-03-08, version 2.1.0*

Could you please make a second modern tales game with a little kitten in it and also a dog

### 5/5 — Modern Tales …

*2022-06-22, version 2.1.0*

This is the best game yet from this company that played excellent from. Start to finish. Not a single flaw . I have bought over 75 of these games and have never played any of them without. Losing video or audio or both . Congratulations to the team that worked on this game .

### 5/5 — Great way to kill an afternoon in lockdown!

*2021-02-15, version 2.1.0*

Really enjoyed this one guys....any chance of a sequel?

### 5/5 — Отличная игрушка

*2020-12-18, version 2.1.0*

Качественная графика, понравилось. Все живое. Дороговато, но работа проделана хорошая. Надеюсь, дойду до финиша и в игре не будет мистики.

### 5/5 — Эра изобретений

*2020-10-30*

Отличная игра-оформление на отлично,сюжет не теряется.

### 4/5 — Really fun but...

*2020-08-06*

Short for the price I paid.

### 5/5 — Big fish

*2020-05-03*

I love it

### 5/5 — Modern Tales

*2020-01-29, version 2.0.2*

Loved it

### 1/5 — 연구실같은곳에

*2020-01-17, version 2.0.2*

탈출이안되요 가첫는데 어찌나가는지 
힌트도 안되고

### 3/5 — Was okay

*2019-12-31, version 2.0.2*

Got a bit boring towards the end for me with all the mechanical mumbo jumbo. I liked the concept with Albert Einstein and Coco Chanel when they were younger. Some of the tasks were too repetitive. 3 stars from me.

## Frequently asked questions about Modern Tales

### What is Modern Tales: Age of Invention about?

This is a hidden object puzzle adventure game set in Paris during the 1900 World Expo. Players step into the shoes of Emily Patterson to investigate the mysterious kidnapping of prominent scientists and uncover a sinister plot.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect?

The game features hidden object scenes where you need to find specific items, engaging puzzles, and various minigames. You'll also follow a narrative-driven investigation across diverse locations.

### How much does the game cost?

The game is free to download and play. You can unlock the full game to own it forever through a one-time purchase, which removes any limitations and provides endless enjoyment.

### What platforms is this game available on?

While specific platform details are not provided in the description, games from these creators are typically available on mobile devices (iOS and Android) and PC. You can check the app store for your device.

### What are some of the key locations and characters in the game?

The game takes players from Paris to frigid Siberia, featuring 30 fantastic locations. You'll encounter historical figures like Coco Chanel, Albert Einstein, and Ferdinand Porsche, who play roles in Emily's investigation.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2020-11-02

Minor Bug Fixes!

### 2.0.2 — 2019-04-10

NEW ARRIVALS! A new batch of bug fixes big and small has arrived. Thank you for your emails and comments that made it possible. Waiting for more!

### 2.0.0 — 2019-02-11

We are proud to announce a new gaming model – The Am Club.

Here at Artifex Mundi we have prepared something special for every adventure and hidden-object game enthusiast. A service tailored both for newcomers and fans of our games. An ever-growing library of our finest existing and yet to be released titles – The Am Club. However, the club is not an ordinary subscription. As a member of the club you will gain the following privileges :

•A permanent 30% discount on every game in the collection

•Every month you will receive a golden key with which you can unlock any game in the club. Once unlocked these games are forever yours, even if you decide to cancel your membership.

•Never miss a new release! You will be the first to hear about and play our newest games.

All of this is available to every member of the club for a small monthly fee. Furthermore, should you decide to cancel the subscription you can do it anytime – no strings attached.

### 1.0 — 2017-11-18

No release notes.

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