# Shadowplay Harrowstead Mystery — Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure

> Hidden object puzzle adventure game about a vanished town and ancient evil. (iPhone/iPad app by Mad Head Games d.o.o. Novi Sad.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowplay-harrowstead-mystery/id1525332601 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mad Head Games d.o.o. Novi Sad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1119565144)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 256 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 684 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-09-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowplay-harrowstead-mystery/id1525332601/reviews.md

## What is Shadowplay Harrowstead Mystery?

Immerse yourself in the dark mystery of the vanished town of Harrowstead in another game from the famed Shadowplay HOPA series.

You begin the game as a part of a group of researchers examining the Harrowestead Mystery. This was an event from a century ago when a nearby mining town just disappeared underground. Yet, one day, one of your friends stumbles onto a trail that might lead to an answer to this mystery - it wakes up something ancient and evil. Yes, the answers are close, but no one understands that they also lead straight to a place that is beyond the most twisted nightmare. 

As you rush to find your missing friend, your home town is collapsing all around you. All of that apparently comes from a figure that should not be possible by any law of nature. Can you overcome your oldest fears? Will you stop one more city and all of its inhabitants from becoming the new Harrowstead?

SOLVE MYSTERIES AND HIDDEN OBJECT CHALLENGES

This hidden object puzzle game is filled with immersive and exciting puzzle challenges, all designed in the theme of the game. Each one offers nothing short of rich casual gaming experience.

**GET TO THE BOTTOM OF THE HARROWSTEAD DISAPPEARANCE**

A town cannot just vanish from the face of the Earth. It is up to you to figure out what truly happened that day.

**COMPLETE THE BONUS CHAPTER**

Help a distressed mother find her missing son in the bonus chapter. Will you use this chance to put an end to an ancient evil once and for all?

**ENJOY A COLLECTION OF BONUSES**
The title comes with a Standard Game and Bonus chapter segments, but it will offer even more content that will keep you entertained for hours! Download and start playing for FREE!

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## Key features

- Hidden object challenges
- Puzzle solving
- Mystery investigation
- Bonus chapter
- Collection of bonuses
- Immersive storyline

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Full Game | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Shadowplay Harrowstead Mystery?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🎨 Good/fun graphics
- 💡 Creative and innovative developer
- 📖 Great storyline
- 🧩 Intriguing puzzles
- 🗺️ Easy to use map
- ✨ Dazzling special effects
- 🎯 Well-thought-out games
- 🏃 Fast-paced gameplay
- 🌟 Marvelous play
- 🎁 Great bonus game
- 💯 Top game developer
- 🤩 Absolutely delightful retreat
- 👍 Well-priced (at times)

**Cons**

- ⏳ Too short
- 🐛 Voice sound glitchy
- 🤔 Puzzles make no sense
- 🖱️ Skips don't work well
- 💰 Not worth the money (at times)
- 📉 High pricing (at times)
- 🤏 Finicky touchscreen sensitivity
- 🤷 Lacks creepiness
- 😐 Average game
- 😵 Special effects can be overwhelming

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Voice sound glitchy
- Purchase loop for already purchased games
- Skips do not work well enough
- Too many places without a skip for dialogue scene
- Finicky touchscreen sensitivity, difficult to acquire items
- Could have been enhanced with better touch sensitivity

**Most requested features**

- Fix purchase loop for already purchased games
- More variety in Hidden Object scenes
- More innovative mini-games
- More labyrinths and mazes
- More objects that can be examined from different perspectives
- More sliding zoom zones
- A scarier game
- Better touch sensitivity
- More original mini games

## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowplay-harrowstead-mystery/id1525332601/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Good game

*2024-04-22, version 1.0.4*

I enjoyed this game. However it is quite short and the voice sound is a bit glitchy.

### 5/5 — Shadow play

*2024-02-06, version 1.0.4*

Good game, easy to follow, good visuals. All in all quite an enjoyable game to play.

### 5/5 — Game

*2023-12-04*

Great so far

### 4/5 — Fun graphics

*2023-10-10*

Fun graphics but I still can’t figure out all the elements

### 5/5 — Shadow play harrowstead  mystery

*2023-10-01*

I love this game! Storyline great graphic everything! The only thing I purchased this game before. And I’m playing it again and , when I put already purchased it goes in circles! I’m not paying for this game again . Fix this problem please. And thank you,

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2023-01-04*

Best mystery game that I’ve played in ages

### 4/5 — Help - where is the morph?!

*2022-09-20*

Love the game, but I can’t find the morph in the painting over the fireplace in the bonus game!!  Help!🙃

### 5/5 — Absolutely delightful retreat from daily life

*2021-10-22*

I really enjoyed playing this game over several nights. I took my time playing this game because it was such a wonderful game to “escape” the stress from listening to the news and dealing with 2020-2021 issues.

The amount of detail that was put in each scene and hidden object game was astounding, the music was beautiful to listen to, and the map was easy to use. I liked searching for the morphing objects and the special Mad Head symbol. 

This was my first ‘Mad Head” game and I definitely will be purchasing more. 

To the creators of this game: thank you for your wonderful work!

**Developer response:** Hi! Thank you SO MUCH for your praise - it means the world to us! We are delighted to hear that you like our game and that you had a pleasant experience :)

### 5/5 — Top Game

*2021-02-09*

This developer is by far the most creative and innovative games maker on the planet. The puzzles are fresh (which then makes some players complain they’re “not from the States - lol) and intriguing. The storylines are new as well (maybe not for people who never leave their houses and play/eat 24 hrs a day) and present a more realistic story than fairy princesses and dragons.

Those of you whose only lives are playing these games nonstop, should start reconsidering their whiny reviews or you’ll be left with nothing if you continually provide negative incentive to purchase.

**Developer response:** We try to create various games and experiences to suit a large variety of players tastes :) Hopefully a lot of people truly enjoy playing them. We are grateful for your comment, it means a lot and wish you nothing but the best. We hope to hear what you have to say about our other games as well, since players' feedback is always valuable, even when it isn't most flattering.  :)

### 3/5 — Wow, so short

*2021-02-01, version 1.0.3*

I feel that £3.99 was too much for a game that was over so quickly, including the bonus, I am in shock, the graphics were good and the few puzzles were alright, but it was over before I had started.

## Frequently asked questions about Shadowplay Harrowstead Mystery

### What is Shadowplay Harrowstead Mystery about?

This is a hidden object puzzle adventure game where you play as a researcher investigating the mysterious disappearance of the town of Harrowstead a century ago. You uncover clues, solve puzzles, and confront an ancient evil that threatens your own town.

### What kind of puzzles can I expect in this game?

The game features a variety of immersive and exciting hidden object challenges and puzzles, all designed to fit the dark mystery theme of Harrowstead. These puzzles offer a rich casual gaming experience.

### Is the game free to play?

Yes, the game is free to download and start playing. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which may include additional content or features.

### What platforms is this game available on?

The provided data does not specify the exact platforms. However, it is described as a mobile application, suggesting availability on iOS and Android devices.

### What is the bonus chapter about?

The bonus chapter allows you to help a distressed mother find her missing son. This chapter offers an opportunity to potentially put an end to the ancient evil once and for all.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2021-02-11

This application is updated regularly to improve its functions and features. The current version includes a range of optimizations and bug fixes designed to improve performance and stability.

### 1.0.3 — 2020-12-08

Various fixes

### 1.0.2 — 2020-11-20

Various fixes

### 1.0.1 — 2020-11-06

Various fixes

### 1.0.0 — 2020-09-03

No release notes.

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