# SIMULACRA 2 — The found phone horror returns

> Interactive mystery game simulating phone investigation to solve a murder. (iPhone/iPad app by KAIGAN GAMES OUe.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simulacra-2/id1471257532 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [KAIGAN GAMES OUe](https://appshunter.io/developer/1252035453)
- Category: Games, Role Playing, Simulation
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 1,039 App Store ratings · 175 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: +12
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 2.3 GB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simulacra-2/id1471257532/reviews.md

## What is SIMULACRA 2?

Maya,  an upcoming influencer has been found dead, and an obsessed detective suspects foul play. Her phone appears to be intentionally wiped, and her cause of death seems... unnatural. You are given her phone to conduct an unsanctioned police investigation, and piece together the mystery surrounding her death.
 
Was this an unfortunate accident or a cold-blooded murder? Can the victim’s friends be trusted? Is there something sinister lurking in social media? Solve the case before whatever happened to Maya... happens again.
 
Features
- Solve a mystery through a simulated phone with familiar and new apps.
- Assisting you will be WARDEN, a police AI software capable of restoring the phone's deleted files.
- An expanded non-linear narrative with more than dozens of possible outcomes.
- Featuring a live-action ensemble cast and an original soundtrack.

## Key features

- Simulated phone investigation
- Restore deleted files with AI
- Non-linear narrative
- Live-action cast
- Original soundtrack

## Chart rankings

- #86 in Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)
- #157 in Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

## What do users think of SIMULACRA 2?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Engaging story
- 🎨 Impressive visuals
- 🕵️‍♂️ Immersive gameplay
- 🕹️ Multiple endings
- 🔍 Detailed investigation
- 🤖 Unique characters
- 🎨 Great production value
- 🎢 Thrilling experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🕰️ Timed choices too short
- 🔇 Audio issues (freezing, background noise)
- 🔍 Progression blockers
- 🤖 Uneven acting quality
- 🔌 Crashes and freezes

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game freezing after cutscenes
- Inability to progress past certain points
- Saved progress not loading correctly
- Conversations and interactions getting stuck
- Audio/video playback issues

**Most requested features**

- Full screen and controller support
- In-game note taking
- Ability to skip cutscenes on replays
- Checkpoint/level select feature

## Recent user reviews (10 of 175)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simulacra-2/id1471257532/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Starting to notice a pattern

*2026-02-24, version 2.5.1181*

In Simulacra One the Spark article notices a pattern of the missing victims. The games seem to follow the same pattern:

Pipe Dreams has a female Simulacra 
Simulacra 1? Male.
2? Lady.
Wonder if 3 is male.

### 5/5 — Absolutely Brilliant

*2025-08-06, version 2.5.1181*

Detective Murilo is an absolute gem and the game is stunning

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2024-10-19, version 2.5.1181*

Just as good if not better than the first one it’s was so interesting and fun

### 5/5 — GET THIS GAME!

*2024-09-20, version 2.5.1181*

I love this entire series. This is a MUST play for any horror fan!

### 5/5 — I love these games!

*2024-08-28, version 2.5.1181*

The fact that its “from the phone”, the multiple endings, goshhh all these games are so cool. been playing since sarah is missing ahahaha i hope to buy the third game soon

### 5/5 — Please add full screen and controller support

*2024-06-30, version 2.5.1181*

I like all simulacra games but I wish it was controller supported so I can use my backbone with it so if you guys can please add it

### 5/5 — Good job kaigan games

*2024-05-07, version 2.5.1181*

Praise Jesus. You finally fixed it!

### 1/5 — I can’t play

*2024-04-16, version 2.5.1*

i would rate the game but it won’t let me play it. after the first scene with detective Murillo my screen goes dark and doesn’t start

### 1/5 — .

*2024-03-31, version 2.5.1*

For some reason it’s not loading I’ve downloaded it and the first part come one but after it just stays on a black screen please fix this .

### 1/5 — Doesnt work

*2024-03-25, version 2.5.1*

I recently bought this game but after the initial cutscene it goes black and stops working, i tried redownloading it but it still doesnt work, im requesting a refund or a bug fix.

## Frequently asked questions about SIMULACRA 2

### What is SIMULACRA 2 about?

SIMULACRA 2 is an interactive mystery game where you investigate the death of an influencer by exploring her wiped phone. You'll piece together clues, uncover deleted files, and interact with familiar and new apps to solve the case.

### What are the key features of SIMULACRA 2?

Key features include solving a mystery through a simulated phone interface, using police AI software to restore deleted files, an expanded non-linear narrative with multiple outcomes, and a live-action ensemble cast with an original soundtrack.

### How much does SIMULACRA 2 cost?

SIMULACRA 2 is a paid application. There are no in-app purchases or ads mentioned in the provided description, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What kind of experience does SIMULACRA 2 offer?

The app offers a unique found phone horror experience, blending elements of detective work, puzzle-solving, and narrative storytelling. It aims to immerse players in a suspenseful investigation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.1181 — 2024-04-23

We've squished some ugly bugs that have been around far too long. This includes stability fixes as well as app optimizations! So now you can enjoy Simulacra without worrying.

### 2.5.1 — 2020-06-29

-NEW: Translations for Português, русский, 日本語, 中文 
-NEW: See an overview of all possible story branches in the new Endings Menu.
-Minor translation fixes

### 2.4.1106 — 2020-05-26

-NEW: Translations for Português, русский, 日本語, 中文 
-NEW: See an overview of all possible story branches in the new Endings Menu.
-Minor translation fixes

### 2.4.1095 — 2020-04-30

-NEW: Translations for Português, русский, 日本語, 中文 
-NEW: See an overview of all possible story branches in the new Endings Menu.
-Minor translation fixes

### 2.4.1094 — 2020-03-28

-NEW: Translations for Português, русский, 日本語, 中文 
-NEW: See an overview of all possible story branches in the new Endings Menu.

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## More apps by KAIGAN GAMES OUe

- [Sara is Missing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sara-is-missing/id1181038779)
- [SIMULACRA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simulacra/id1252035454)
- [SIMULACRA: Pipe Dreams](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simulacra-pipe-dreams/id1439525696)
- [SIMULACRA 3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simulacra-3/id1607060727)

All apps by KAIGAN GAMES OUe: https://appshunter.io/developer/1252035453

## Related topics

[simulacra](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/simulacra) · [smiling](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/smiling)

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