# Shadowplay: Whispers of Past — Solve A Mystery Adventure Game

> Hidden object mystery adventure game with a kidnapped daughter and dark forces. (iPhone/iPad app by Big Fish Premium, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowplay-whispers-of-past/id1306039416 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Big Fish Premium, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1269668575)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 650 App Store ratings · 34 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 736 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese
- Released: 2018-03-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowplay-whispers-of-past/id1306039416/reviews.md

## What is Shadowplay?

Discover the newest hidden objects mystery game from the TOP SELLING premium games company, Big Fish. With more than 26 million premium game downloads worldwide, Big Fish gives you exciting new mysteries to solve each week!

A pleasant evening takes a terrifying turn in this spooky Hidden Object adventure! An ancient artifact known as the Skull of Darkness is all set to be the next exhibit at the museum, but when a thief breaks in trying to steal it, he gets more than he bargained for. This burglar accidentally unleashed a powerful dark force that’s now causing all sorts of havoc. Even worse, your daughter has been kidnapped by this evil entity and taken to a realm of darkness. Can you save Maya from the terrors that await her in the place of shadows?

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## Key features

- Hidden object gameplay
- Mystery adventure
- Solve puzzles
- Explore dark realms
- Save kidnapped daughter
- Ancient artifact storyline

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock | $6.99 | one-time |
| Full Game on Sale Now | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Shadowplay?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Engaging storyline with creative narrative presentation
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visually appealing environments
- 🧩 Varied and imaginative puzzle designs
- 🗺️ Helpful teleport map for quick navigation
- ⚙️ Smooth gameplay with good quality assurance
- 🎮 Complex item assembly and customizable settings
- 🔊 Quality character voice overs
- 📦 Bonus chapter with substantial content

**Cons**

- 📱 Text too small for seniors on small screens
- 🎯 Difficult object selection and placement mechanics
- 📖 Excessive unskippable dialogue
- 🔄 Repetitive hidden object scenes and mini-games
- 😴 Boring or mediocre storyline
- ⏱️ Short game length
- 🎨 Graphics could be crisper and sharper
- 🌫️ Lag time between scenes
- 🛑 No skip option for mini-games
- 📚 Missing in-game guide access for older purchases

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Hint button points to unreachable areas
- Items not available despite walkthrough indication
- Strawberry difficult to select in machine mini-game
- Back button covers strawberry object
- Item usage failures (ice pick on gryphon)
- Strange clicking noise during object pickup
- Game becomes unplayable after purchase
- Glitchy object interaction mechanics
- Maze selection issues

**Most requested features**

- Skip button for dialogue and unskippable sequences
- Skip option for difficult mini-games
- Larger text size option for accessibility
- Restore in-game guide access for all purchases
- Improved graphics quality and crispness
- More innovative and fresh gameplay mechanics
- Reduce lag time between scenes
- Alternative game modes to standard hidden object scenes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 34)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowplay-whispers-of-past/id1306039416/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Not for seniors on small screens like an iPhone.

*2025-03-28, version 1.0.0*

This game is not well suited for seniors playing on an iPhone. Print is too small for old eyes. 

I had to leave this game unfinished because of a hidden objects mini game requiring the dragging of outlined figures over their matching figures. My hands were just not steady enough. I struggled with this for over an hour before giving up. There was no way provided to skip the game. It's a shame.

So, if you are a senior, playing on a smart phone, I do not recommend this game. If you are young, with good eyesight and steady hands, go for it.

### 1/5 — No more in game guide

*2024-09-23, version 1.0.0*

I’ve noticed for some time now that games from a few years ago no longer have access to the in game guide. The guide  is supposed to be a part of the game purchase. Sometimes I can find a walkthrough from Big Fish or another site, but they don’t include the locations of collectibles or cheats for the bonus chapter. Shame on you Big Fish. Buy it once and play forever should include the in game guide. The button is still there. Take if off if you’re not gonna honor a purchase going forward.

### 5/5 — Big fish

*2021-02-11, version 1.0.0*

I love it

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2020-07-28, version 1.0.0*

Excellent

### 3/5 — Add skip

*2020-03-22, version 1.0.0*

Toooo much dialogue that cant be skipped

### 4/5 — Solid game with interesting scenes to investigate.

*2019-09-13, version 1.0.0*

Love Eipix games but wish the graphics were crisper. Love the graphics in general tho.

### 5/5 — 大好き

*2019-08-12, version 1.0.0*

MadHeadさんのげーむは操作性が良く、全てが凝っていて楽しめます。おまけのゲームもじっくり楽しめて価値があります。

### 4/5 — Mir hat‘s gefallen

*2019-06-11, version 1.0.0*

Gutes, spannendes Spiel, das man flott durchspielen konnte. Gute Grafik und Aktionen. Sehr abwechslungsreiche Minigames und WBS. Sammelobjekte vorhanden. Einzig genervt hat, dass man ständig i-welche Sachen wegklicken musste, um an den gewünschten Gegenstand zu kommen. Dafür den Stern Abzug.

### 4/5 — Good game but a couple of things need fixing

*2019-06-07, version 1.0.0*

In the machine, the strawberry is hard to select as the back button covers almost all of it. Also in the maze.

### 1/5 — Not worth the money.

*2019-04-15, version 1.0.0*

Worst game I have ever played.  Too bad I can’t get a refund.

## Frequently asked questions about Shadowplay

### What is Shadowplay: Whispers of Past about?

Shadowplay: Whispers of Past is a hidden object mystery adventure game. Players must uncover a dark mystery, solve puzzles, and explore shadowy realms to save a kidnapped daughter from an evil entity unleashed by an ancient artifact.

### What are the key gameplay features?

The game features classic hidden object gameplay where you find items to progress. It also includes a compelling mystery adventure storyline, puzzle-solving elements, and exploration of dark and spooky environments to rescue the protagonist's daughter.

### How much does Shadowplay: Whispers of Past cost?

The game is free to download and play. However, it offers in-app purchases, which can be used to acquire additional content or features within the game.

### What platforms is Shadowplay: Whispers of Past available on?

While the description specifically mentions Big Fish Games' availability on PC, Mac, mobile phones, and tablets, this particular game is presented as a mobile application. Users can typically find it on major app stores for their respective mobile devices.

### Who would enjoy playing this game?

This game is designed for players who love mystery and hidden object games. It's particularly suited for those who enjoy a spooky atmosphere, engaging storylines, and puzzle-solving challenges within an adventure context.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2018-03-14

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

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