# Mystery of the Ancients: Deadly Cold HD - A Hidden Object Adventure

> Hidden object adventure game to save a town from an ice king. (iPhone/iPad app by Big Fish Games, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-of-the-ancients-deadly-cold-hd-a-hidden-object-adventure/id1008941294 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Big Fish Games, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/292594310)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 371 App Store ratings · 105 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 1.1 GB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Russian
- Released: 2015-12-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-of-the-ancients-deadly-cold-hd-a-hidden-object-adventure/id1008941294/reviews.md

## What is Mystery of the Ancients?

Play the trial for FREE!  Pay once & complete the adventure!

You jump at the chance to visit your best friend Kira and her husband in Baumholder. You’re greeted with a freak blizzard and thrown into a fight against ice giants. Find your way through the cold and help save Kira!

• CAN YOU SAVE YOUR FRIENDS AND THE TOWN FROM THE WINTER KING?
A beautiful summer day is rudely interrupted by an ice storm and suddenly, the beloved town of Baumholder is ruined. Defeat the frozen army before it’s too late!

• REVEAL THE HIDDEN STORIES BEHIND VIKTOR
Work through a number of interactive hidden object scenes and slowly discover the truth behind Kira’s husband’s past.
	
• JOURNEY INTO THE ICE KINGDOM AND DEFEAT THE GIANTS
Play entertaining mini-games and solve unique puzzles in order to successfully finish this quest.

• SAVE YOUR LOVED ONES IN THE BONUS CHAPTER
Continue this adventure in the bonus game and enjoy additional Collector’s Edition exclusives including a detailed strategy guide.

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## Key features

- Interactive hidden object scenes
- Entertaining mini-games
- Unique puzzles
- Bonus chapter
- Collector's Edition exclusives
- Strategy guide

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock + Bonus Content | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Mystery of the Ancients?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth gameplay
- 👍 Engaging storyline
- 💎 Excellent graphics and visuals
- 🕹️ Varied and challenging puzzles
- 🕹️ Fun hidden object scenes

**Cons**

- 🐛 Glitches preventing progression
- 🤔 Unclear instructions
- 🕰️ Repetitive backtracking
- 🔍 Difficulty finding interactive items

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Cannot pick up key item at the beginning
- Hint button not working as expected
- Game crashes on certain devices

**Most requested features**

- Ability to skip cutscenes
- Option to replay bonus content
- Improved map functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 105)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-of-the-ancients-deadly-cold-hd-a-hidden-object-adventure/id1008941294/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Gamer

*2025-03-14, version 1.0.0*

I really love this game

### 1/5 — Glitch at the beginning

*2024-12-04, version 1.0.0*

I’m sure it would be a good game but there is a glitch at the beginning. When you try and get the book off the windowsill it won’t let you, the screen only shows the frozen window, not the sill where the book is. It’s a shame because the first few minutes of the game were good. Waste of money.

### 5/5 — Really enjoyed

*2024-04-06, version 1.0.0*

Thought the story was good and puzzles not too hard.

### 4/5 — froid mortel

*2022-11-15, version 1.0.0*

intriguant

### 4/5 — Oldie but a goodie!

*2022-03-11, version 1.0.0*

A lot of newer games seem to be malfunctioning for me, so I went back to a classic.  Developers should take that as a hint - boost your quality or I won’t be spending any more cash!  
Lots of traveling back and forth, but there’s a transport map, so it’s really easy to navigate.  Play the bonus game!  It’s really different!

### 5/5 — Luv’d it!

*2021-12-31, version 1.0.0*

Very engaging a good graphics.  Would recommend it for all those that like a little story to go along with their gaming.

### 1/5 — Huge bug

*2021-02-11, version 1.0.0*

It won’t let you take the red book. How are you supposed to continue the game. Please fix this, the game is no longer fun anymore.

### 5/5 — J’adore ce jeu!

*2021-01-22, version 1.0.0*

Excellent jeu!

### 3/5 — War sehr nett, aber...

*2020-11-09, version 1.0.0*

DAS soll ein Bonuskapitel sein??? Leute, sowas geht ja wohl garnicht. Da zahle ich knapp 8Euro und dann so ein Bonus? Sowas nenne ich Betrug am Kunden und totale Verarsche. Da dürft ihr euch noch einiges bei anderen abgucken... das vorerst letzte Spiel, das ich gekauft habe von euch...

### 5/5 — Deadly cold

*2020-06-23, version 1.0.0*

Graphic very good game was hard to put down I just wanted to keep going

## Frequently asked questions about Mystery of the Ancients

### What is Mystery of the Ancients: Deadly Cold HD about?

This is a hidden object adventure game where you visit friends in Baumholder and are thrust into a battle against ice giants and a Winter King. You must find your way through the cold, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden stories to save the town and your loved ones.

### What are the key gameplay features?

The game features interactive hidden object scenes, entertaining mini-games, and unique puzzles to solve. It also includes a bonus chapter that continues the adventure and offers exclusive Collector's Edition content, such as a detailed strategy guide.

### How much does the game cost?

You can play the trial version for free. To complete the full adventure, a one-time purchase is required. The game also offers in-app purchases for additional content or features.

### What platforms is this game available on?

While the description specifically mentions a "HD" version, Big Fish Games, the publisher, offers their games on PC, Mac, mobile phones, and tablets. This suggests broad compatibility across various devices.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for players looking for an engaging story-driven experience, fans of puzzle-solving and hidden object mechanics, and those who enjoy fantasy and mystery themes. It's a great way to pass the time with an immersive adventure.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2015-12-08

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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