# Sea of Lies: Tide of Treachery - A Hidden Object Mystery

> Hidden object mystery game about stopping a pirate in the British West Indies. (iPhone/iPad app by BFG Entertainment Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sea-of-lies-tide-of-treachery-a-hidden-object-mystery/id1108180758 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BFG Entertainment Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1865983885)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 224 App Store ratings · 76 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 850 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Russian
- Released: 2016-09-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sea-of-lies-tide-of-treachery-a-hidden-object-mystery/id1108180758/reviews.md

## What is Sea of Lies?

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

A dark and mysterious figure called the Sea Ripper has been sinking ships off the coast of the British West Indies. The Royal Navy has had enough, so they’ve called you in to stop this nefarious pirate. Now you find yourself amid a daring high-seas adventure, but the ship you’ve boarded just might be the Ripper’s next target!

• CAN YOU WEATHER THE STORMY SEAS?
The Duke of Reddington had already been sent to deal with this problem, but his failure resulted in his unfortunate demise. You’ve been given the chance of a lifetime to correct his blunder, so don’t blow this opportunity, or you’ll end up food for the sharks!

• WATCH YOUR STEP, OR BE FORCED TO WALK THE PLANK!
Tread carefully through stormy hidden object scenes.
	
• SAVE THE FLEET FROM DAVY JONES’ LOCKER
Foil this mutinous mastermind in a variety of cryptic puzzles and mysterious mini-games.

• EXPOSE THE SECRET OF THE SEA RIPPER IN THE BONUS GAME
Unmask this villain and enjoy additional Collector’s Edition exclusives including collectible Globes, special achievements, and more!

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## Key features

- Hidden object scenes
- Cryptic puzzles
- Mysterious mini-games
- Bonus game
- Collector's Edition exclusives
- Collectible Globes
- Special achievements

## 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 Sea of Lies?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- 📖 Engaging storyline and narrative
- 🎮 Variety of mini-games and puzzles
- 🎵 Option to play custom music
- 🎯 Good difficulty balance for casual players
- ⚡ Quick scene loading
- 📝 Large readable text in hidden object scenes
- 🎁 One-time purchase model (when working correctly)
- 🏆 Long gameplay length with bonus chapters

**Cons**

- 💰 Misleading pricing and false advertising
- 🐛 Game crashes and won't load after purchase
- 🔄 Repeated charges for previously purchased games
- ❌ Download failures on paid versions
- 🗺️ Inconvenient map access (menu-only placement)
- 🧩 Illogical puzzle solutions and item combinations
- 😕 Disjointed and random gameplay flow
- 🎨 Dark and muted graphics in some areas
- 🚫 Refund requests denied by customer service
- ⏱️ Short trial period before purchase prompt
- 🎭 Unexpected supernatural elements not disclosed
- 📍 Unclear item descriptions and labeling

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sale price not applying at checkout (advertised $2.99-$4.99 but charges $6.99-$10.99)
- Game won't load or open after purchase
- Game crashes during gameplay
- Cannot unlock full version after payment
- Stuck in specific areas with no progression
- Game not recognizing user after reinstall and requesting repayment
- Download hangs on 'please wait' indefinitely
- Specific area locked (low deck area with coat/bugs clue)
- Color display issues causing discomfort
- Game becomes unplayable after initial free trial

**Most requested features**

- More complex and challenging mini-games
- Improved map accessibility and interface
- Item descriptions in inventory
- Better difficulty customization options
- More frequent new game releases
- Clearer puzzle logic and item relationships

## Recent user reviews (10 of 76)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sea-of-lies-tide-of-treachery-a-hidden-object-mystery/id1108180758/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Sea of lies: Tides of treasury

*2023-11-16*

I really enjoyed this game ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. The only problem I paid for this game years ago and got charged again! I’m sick and tired paying for a game and it says pay once and play whenever. But not true getting charged for games customers paid not cool complete rip of and b.s. Greed ridiculous 😡😡😡😡 J.F.

### 5/5 — Treachery

*2023-09-18, version 1.0.0*

Must have paid full price as game still going

### 4/5 — Well Done

*2020-10-09*

Good adventure graphics and suspense.  Plus I had the option of playing my own music.  Keep up the good work.

### 3/5 — Ganz gut. Hätte mir mehr kompliziertere Minispiele gewünscht

*2020-08-14, version 1.0.0*

Hermine

### 5/5 — For casual gamers

*2020-08-08*

A fun game with good color.  I like the story and there are lots of challenges.

### 1/5 — Low deck area is not working

*2020-08-07*

I bought this game the past few days, but when I’m trying to open one clue (coat with bugs) The game is not allowing to do it. It’s the only area that I having problems and I cannot advance in my game because this. Please refund my money. I did everything that this tech. Page recommends since yesterday but still broke the game.  Please fix it or refund my money. I paid $2.99 plus tax.  
Thank you. 
Note: I already sent a claim to tech. department.

### 5/5 — See of Lies 4

*2020-08-03*

Très beaux graphismes, histoire intéressante. Si le jeu dure longtemps : tant mieux !
De plus, on paie 1 seule fois. Pas besoin d’ajouter de l’argent. J’ai obtenu ce jeu en promo. Donc, ça marche ! 🤗

### 1/5 — Sea of lies: tide of treachery

*2020-08-03, version 1.0.0*

Absolute rubbish, purchased this game and now won’t load, have tried all the usual delete and redownload and reboot I pad but nothing works. REFUND PLEASE

### 1/5 — Free OK, but not the full price version.

*2020-08-01, version 1.0.0*

I enjoyed the free game so decided to pay £2.99 for the full version.
It will not download.
When I try to download, Bug fish logo flashes on then, Nothing.
I asked for a refund but was refused.
Shame on you BIG FISH.
BIG FISH has taken money from little fish.
I will look elsewhere for my games

### 1/5 — La promotion marche pas....

*2019-08-25*

Ce jeu doit avoir une promo de 55% mais quand on veux le débloquer c est plein tarif... dommage il avait l air d être sympas...
 2eme essai a -55% ne marche tjrs pas... j ai refais la partie gratuite pour rien... il y a qu avec ce jeu que ça fonctionne pas.

## Frequently asked questions about Sea of Lies

### What is Sea of Lies: Tide of Treachery about?

This is a hidden object mystery game where you play as a naval officer tasked with stopping a pirate known as the Sea Ripper. You'll board ships, investigate scenes, solve puzzles, and uncover secrets to foil the pirate's plans.

### What are the key gameplay features?

The game features stormy hidden object scenes, cryptic puzzles, and mysterious mini-games. There is also a bonus game to expose the Sea Ripper's secret, along with Collector's Edition exclusives like collectible Globes and special achievements.

### How much does the game cost?

You can play the trial version for free. To complete the full adventure, you will need to pay once. The game also offers in-app purchases for additional content or features.

### What devices is this game compatible with?

This game is available on PC, Mac, mobile phones, and tablets, as Big Fish Games offers a virtually endless selection of games playable anytime, anywhere across these platforms.

### What is the main goal of the game?

The main goal is to stop the nefarious pirate, the Sea Ripper, who has been sinking ships. You must foil his mutinous plans, expose his secrets, and save the fleet from destruction.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2016-09-03

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

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