# Paranormal Files 8: Secret — Search for hidden objects > Hidden object puzzle adventure game set in a haunted winery. (iPhone/iPad app by Elephant Games AR LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paranormal-files-8-secret/id1619087602 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Elephant Games AR LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1615019125) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 3.06/5 from 32 App Store ratings · 103 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 850 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2022-05-23 - Data updated: 2026-06-28 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paranormal-files-8-secret/id1619087602/reviews.md ## What is Paranormal Files 8? New lead on Rick's disappearance takes Rachel and her team to a winery on a secluded island. But the investigation takes an unexpected turn when members of the family that owns the winery start acting strange like they are not being themselves! Will Rachel and her team unravel this tangle of secrets and escape the grave danger? Find this out in this thrilling Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure! HELP RACHEL AND HER TEAM SOLVE THE MYSTERY OF A HAUNTED WINERY Investigation of Rick’s disappearance leads Rachel and her team to a mysterious island that seems to be holding quite a few secrets. The winery on the island is rumored to be haunted and the family that owns it appears to have some skeletons hidden in the closet. What forces are really at play there? And how does it all connect to Rick’s disappearance? Can you help Rachel Cowell sniff out every secret and get out from the island alive? LOOK FOR THE CLUES CONNECTED TO RICK’S DISAPPEARANCE Play challenging puzzles and hidden object scenes to prove that no secret can stay hidden from sharp and persistent Rachel Cowell. IN BONUS CHAPTER: REVISIT THE ISLAND AND WATCH AS THE EVENTS FROM THE PAST REPEAT THEMSELVES Unexpectedly Rachel gets a letter signed by Rick in which he asks her to go back to the island if she wants to find the answers she is looking for. Is the letter really written by the missing Rick? What new mysteries are waiting for Rachel back on the island and will she be able to finally find Rick? Discover more from Elephant Games! Elephant Games is a casual game developer. Check out our game library at: http://elephant-games.am/ ## Key features - Hidden object scenes - Challenging puzzles - Engaging storyline - Bonus chapter - Mystery investigation ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Full Content | $6.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Paranormal Files 8? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 👍 Enjoyable gameplay - 🚀 Engaging storyline - 💡 Variety of mini-games and puzzles **Cons** - 🐛 Frequent freezing and crashing issues - 🐛 Inability to progress due to glitches - 🐛 Touchscreen sensitivity problems **Commonly reported bugs** - Game freezes when connecting phone to computer - Cannot pick up journal behind painting - Crashes and glitches prevent progression **Most requested features** - Fix the glitches and bugs - Improve touchscreen responsiveness - Provide updates to address issues ## Recent user reviews (10 of 103) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paranormal-files-8-secret/id1619087602/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Freezing still 2 years on *2024-10-07, version 1.0.5* Now it’s freezing at the clock trying to make 3:45. I agree expensive game if you can’t play it. Do I get my money back? ### 3/5 — Game frozen *2023-10-07, version 1.0.5* I love Elephant games and have just bought this after reading reviews about it freezing but the developers saying it was all fixed. My game is stuck on making the punch card. Nothing works on it and can’t move forward. Please help. ### 2/5 — Detectives United 6 *2023-07-31, version 1.0.5* I got to the part where you are supposed to pick up the yellow triangle but cannot. I even deleted it and then reloaded it and started it all over again and still cannot pick it up. ### 1/5 — GLITCH!!! *2023-05-28, version 1.0.5* Game keeps shutting down. I have reloaded 3 or4 times, started over, and game still shuts down. Would like my money back or a replacement game that works! ### 1/5 — Glitch! *2023-05-20, version 1.0.5* Puzzle where you match halves kicks you out of the game. Restarting doesn’t save your achievements in the puzzle. Impossible to finish it ### 4/5 — Decent *2022-11-04, version 1.0.5* Always enjoy the artwork/gameplay from this company. The storyline was decent, too. ### 4/5 — Enjoyable *2022-10-05, version 1.0.5* Had a few glitches but otherwise enjoyed this one. I’m a big fan of the PF series. When can we expect 9? I need to find Rick! ### 5/5 — Fixed! [Can’t grab journal in dining room] *2022-09-07, version 1.0.5* So, just as others have reported, the game has a serious glitch that still has not been fixed. There is a dining room scene where there is a journal (book) located behind a wall picture puzzle. The journal is there clear as day, but you can’t take it no matter how you try. Today is Tuesday, June 21, and this problem has existed since I purchase the game roughly 10 days ago. Please fix! Edit: The above issue has been resolved. Great game. 5 stars. ### 3/5 — No answer? & *2022-08-25, version 1.0.5* I heard this was the last paranormal files. Great moving on to something different but no answer about Rick? Ever? It’s worth playing out of all the other series. I agree with “Really?” the hateful negative comments are out of hand in our reviews. Just playing mediator but Lynx I don’t think LL meant you didn’t do enough to get the game fixed. I think they meant they read your initial review that this game was fixed & for them it still had issues. Of course it’s ridiculous to put that on you (not to mention the way it was phrased) but you also mentioned how only your interaction with Elephant was heard. We long time HOPA fans are aware & appreciative of your efforts. I know w/o your & other’s efforts I wouldn’t have been able to play these games after BF. I wouldn’t stress over 1 reviewers comment. All love💕 💋☠️Jen Rage☠️💋 P.S I do believe all glitches HAVE been resolved as I had none✌🏻 ### 5/5 — Updated Review to 5 Stars *2022-08-24, version 1.0.5* I have edited my original review as the game has since been updated and repaired, my new review is 5 stars as I very much enjoyed the game as I do all of Elephant’s wonderful games. Thank you. ## Frequently asked questions about Paranormal Files 8 ### What is Paranormal Files 8: Secret about? Paranormal Files 8: Secret is a hidden object puzzle adventure game where you investigate a mysterious winery on a secluded island to solve a disappearance and uncover family secrets. ### Does Paranormal Files 8: Secret have ads? No, Paranormal Files 8: Secret does not contain advertisements. ### What devices does Paranormal Files 8: Secret support? Paranormal Files 8: Secret is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. ### What is the age rating for Paranormal Files 8: Secret? The age rating for Paranormal Files 8: Secret is 9+. ### How often is Paranormal Files 8: Secret updated? The latest version of Paranormal Files 8: Secret was released on 2022-06-23, indicating it was last updated around that time. ### What do users like and dislike about Paranormal Files 8: Secret? Users enjoy the gameplay and engaging storyline, but frequently report issues with freezing, crashing, and glitches that prevent progression. ### Is Paranormal Files 8: Secret free to play? Yes, Paranormal Files 8: Secret is free to download and play, with optional in-app purchases available. ### Can I play Paranormal Files 8: Secret offline? The provided data does not specify whether Paranormal Files 8: Secret can be played offline. Many hidden object games require an internet connection for certain features. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.5 — 2022-06-23 Minor bug fixes and performance improvements ### 1.0.3 — 2022-06-08 Minor bug fixes and perfomance improvements. ### 1.0.9 — 2022-06-07 Minor bug fixes and performance improvements ### 1.0.8 — 2022-06-07 Minor bug fixes and performance improvements ### 1.0.0 — 2022-04-27 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Paranormal Files 8 | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Queen of Drama: Matching game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/queen-of-drama-matching-game/id1179303760) | 4.8 (179) | Free | Games | | [The Break Rooms & Doors:Escape games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-break-rooms-and-doorsescape-games/id1193057360) | 4.0 (708) | Free | Games | | [Creature Escape](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creature-escape/id1170522040) | 4.3 (93) | Free | Games | | [Murder Mystery - Pocket Editio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/murder-mystery-pocket-editio/id1479181560) | 2.4 (9) | Free | Games | | [Magic Сity Detective: Secret](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-ity-detective-secret/id1628277001) | 4.6 (316) | Free | Games | | [Airport Escape (full)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airport-escape-full/id1198671280) | — | $1.99 | Games | ## More apps by Elephant Games AR LLC - [Detectives United: Origins](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detectives-united-origins/id1441512700) - [Christmas Stories 7: Fantasy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/christmas-stories-7-fantasy/id1447091852) - [Chimeras 7: New Rebellion](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chimeras-7-new-rebellion/id1450925389) - [Mystery Trackers: Blackhill](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-trackers-blackhill/id1451703300) - [Mystery Trackers Darkwater Bay](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-trackers-darkwater-bay/id1454518320) - [Midnight Calling 5: Arabella](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midnight-calling-5-arabella/id1455843032) All apps by Elephant Games AR LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1615019125 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-28.*