# Mystery Tales: The Reel Horror — Hidden object games adventure

> Hidden object adventure game to solve a mystery at an abandoned cinema. (iPhone/iPad app by DO GAMES LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-tales-the-reel-horror/id1455952703 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DO GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542346466)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 2,825 App Store ratings · 86 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 1.0 GB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Russian
- Released: 2019-04-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-tales-the-reel-horror/id1455952703/reviews.md

## What is Mystery Tales?

Your good friend Officer Jefferson needs your help in these hidden objects games! Use your paranormal powers to play detective games and solve the mystery behind the abandoned cinema. Jefferson’s sister Maya and her colleagues went to restore this abandoned cinema, but they got mysteriously lost! Now it’s up to you to explore this haunted place, solve many hidden pictures and find hidden treasures of the mad horror movie director Sebastian. Hurry up before the ghostly director makes Maya and her friends the stars of his latest film. Hold onto the edge of your seat for these spooky hidden objects free for iPhone & iPad!

·    STOP A MAD HORROR MOVIE DIRECTOR!
Sebastian wants to threaten Maya and her colleagues to death! Will you be able to save them before they suffer? Find out in mystery adventure games!

·    DELVE DEEPER INTO DAWNWOOD'S HISTORY IN THE BONUS CHAPTER!
A mysterious video tape of Sebastian’s movie now poses risk to your friend’s wife! He desperately needs your help. Use your new ghostly device to get in touch with ghosts and search and find games!

·    NEVER GET LOST WITH THE STRATEGY GUIDE!
Always know your next move while thinking over finding games with a helpful and accessible Strategy Guide!    

·    LEARN MORE ABOUT SEBASTIAN'S LIFE THROUGH HIDDEN COLLECTIBLES!
Gather movie posters and director’s hidden artifacts to learn more about Sebastian and his actors! Play seek and find games and enjoy unpredictable plot twists!
 
This game has a free trial part. You can unlock the full version through an in-app purchase.

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## Key features

- Solve mystery at abandoned cinema
- Find hidden objects and treasures
- Explore haunted locations
- Bonus chapter with additional story
- Strategy guide for assistance
- Collect hidden movie posters and artifacts

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock | $12.99 | one-time |
| Subscribers' Full Game Unlock | $8.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Mystery Tales?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Engaging storyline
- 👍 Varied puzzles and mini-games
- 💡 Unique gameplay features (e.g., using phone instead of glasses)
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and visuals
- ⏱️ Lengthy gameplay with bonus chapter

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inventory/navigation issues (overlapping buttons, minimizing inventory)
- 🐛 Glitches and crashes (corrupted profiles, game not opening)
- 💰 Game is too expensive for the content provided
- 🎨 Visuals can be too bright/colorful for some

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inventory bar glitches and minimizes
- Maze puzzle issues (electricity not turning off)
- Inability to find required items/progress
- Compatibility issues on phones

**Most requested features**

- Remaster or update the game
- Offer more affordable pricing options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 86)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-tales-the-reel-horror/id1455952703/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 5/5

*2026-07-30*

Игра очень классная. В стиле старых подобного жанра игр. Огромный плюс за отсутствие рекламы🌸

### 1/5 — Fun game but glitches

*2026-06-14, version 1.2.0*

Love the game but my inventory bar doesn’t show on all levels and I had to buy deluxe for hints to access the inventory

### 1/5 — Платная игра((

*2026-01-09*

Через определенное время игры тебя ставят пере выбором… или покупай или для тебя игра окончена. 
Зачем демонстрировать игру как бесплатную?

### 2/5 — I can’t see my inventory to use on I phone !!!

*2025-11-24*

I can’t get the screen to let me use my tools while zooming into where there are needed. Can’t shrink screen .. very frustrating. Don’t get this with I phone . Looks great would have enjoyed.  There’s no help button either to be able to ask what to do…. Man I really was enjoying

### 4/5 — Great game with annoying glitch.

*2025-06-20, version 1.2.0*

I was really liking the game until just before I got to the mansion. Every time I clicked something, my inventory minimizes and makes it really difficult to use any item.

### 1/5 — Would be 5 stars if…

*2025-05-27, version 1.2.0*

Please for the love of all things good…fix the darn problem with the inventory and back buttons being on top of each other. The setup is so good and what I did play I loved the theme of, but even though I paid for the game I will never finish it or buy another from you unless this update. I do not want to go back and forth 50 times every time I open my inventory. I don’t know if it’s any better on iPad but it’s horrific on my iPhone. Please. Please. Please patch it. I want to know how this ends

### 2/5 — Constant glitches

*2025-04-25, version 1.2.0*

I’m barely through the game and the inventory list just disappeared. I’ve turned it off and back on and cleared my cache multiple times just to have the same glitch. Please fix this.

### 2/5 — False advertising

*2025-04-17, version 1.2.0*

Don't like how they let you play 25% of the game and then charge u $6.99. Shouldn't be in free games . False advertising

### 5/5 — Inventory

*2025-03-29, version 1.1.9*

Very fun game !!!! If you have a iPhone or iPad and the inventory is making you exit out the game or one of the rooms you have to hold on to the inventory button the minute you click on it and it’ll load up w/o making it exit . I had so much fun playing I just wish it wasn’t $6 to continue 💔

### 1/5 — Puzzles

*2025-03-08, version 1.1.9*

The maze puzzle has a flaw.  After you cross boards won’t turn off the electricity.  The mini game where you find the musical instruments, at least for me would not find the violin.

## Frequently asked questions about Mystery Tales

### What is Mystery Tales: The Reel Horror about?

This is a hidden object adventure game where you play a detective with paranormal powers to solve a mystery at an abandoned cinema. Your friend's sister and her colleagues are lost, and you must find them before a mad horror movie director makes them stars of his film.

### What are the key features of this game?

The game involves solving a mystery, finding hidden objects and treasures, exploring a haunted cinema, and uncovering secrets. It also includes a bonus chapter, a strategy guide to help you, and collectible items like movie posters and director's artifacts.

### How much does Mystery Tales: The Reel Horror cost?

The game offers a free trial. You can unlock the full version of the game through an in-app purchase. The description also mentions it has ads.

### What devices is this game compatible with?

The game is available for iPhone and iPad, as indicated in the description. Specific iOS version compatibility is not detailed but it is designed for mobile devices.

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

This app is ideal for players looking for an engaging mystery and adventure experience with hidden object puzzles. It's perfect for passing time with a spooky storyline and challenging gameplay, especially for fans of horror themes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2025-04-08

We've fixed some minor bugs so now you can enjoy our cool family game even more! Take care and have fun!

### 1.1.9 — 2025-02-23

We've fixed some minor bugs so now you can enjoy our cool family game even more! Take care and have fun!

### 1.1.8 — 2024-12-29

We've fixed some minor bugs so now you can enjoy our cool family game even more! Take care and have fun!

### 1.1.7 — 2024-09-17

We've fixed some minor bugs so now you can enjoy our cool family game even more! Take care and have fun!

### 1.1.6 — 2024-08-08

We've fixed some minor bugs so now you can enjoy our cool family game even more! Take care and have fun!

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