# The Curio Society: The Thief of Life - Hidden — user reviews > 52 indexed App Store user reviews of The Curio Society by Big Fish Games, Inc, rated 4.20/5 from 138 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-curio-society-the-thief-of-life-hidden/id1195718449/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-curio-society-the-thief-of-life-hidden/id1195718449.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 75 · 4★ 39 · 3★ 10 · 2★ 5 · 1★ 9 ## Newest reviews (14 of 52) ### 4/5 — The thief of life… *2022-06-10, version 1.0.0* So far no cliche’s but I’m not going to hold my breath. ### 4/5 — 😀 DYNAMIC, DIVERSE, DARING DELIGHT by DOMINI 🤗 *2017-06-23, version 1.0.0* Prepare to be astounded and confounded with a medley of challenging, complex mini-games (instructions occasionally could've stood improvement) and 18 outstandingly unique and creative HOPs (which include Match3 alternative). Customizable settings, captivating story, Collectibles, and comical EXTRAS feature round out a spectacular production. ### 3/5 — Trop cher *2017-06-18, version 1.0.0* Bon mais pas acheté. Trop cher Too expensive. ### 3/5 — Take or leave it 2 *2017-06-04, version 1.0.0* I agree totally with Ape Town ### 4/5 — Patn *2017-06-02, version 1.0.0* Quite a fun game. Liked that puzzles could be selected as easy or hard. Didn't much like the way you moved between scenes, but it worked OK. Not exactly gripping, but it wasted a couple of afternoons. ### 3/5 — Mixed bag *2017-06-02, version 1.0.0* The story was good, nice tidy wrap up. The reason I can only give it 3 stars was the mini games. They were either super easy, or insanely hard with very little in between. Oh, and if you are after a lot of HOPs, this is not the game you are looking for. ### 3/5 — Take it or leave it. *2017-05-31, version 1.0.0* I'll lead with the positives: the story line is actually good and it ended well. Plus, I feel like I actually got a good amount of play time out of it. However, I do have a few negatives that drop it down to a solid 3 stars (maybe 3.5). First, the mini games are either ridiculously difficult or too easy, there really isn't any in between. Also, with the mini games, it's entirely too easy to accidentally exit out, which was a bit frustrating. Plus, there was a LOT of running back and forth between rooms to get items. That's a minor inconvenience, no big deal, but worth mentioning. My biggest dislike overall was definitely the mini games (and I rarely have problems with them in other games). All in all, I'd say it's worth it, but I've played better. ### 2/5 — I used to love big fish *2017-05-15, version 1.0.0* The games are just being regurgitated now. Puzzles are stopping making sense, it's just a machine to push more and more games out. Their stuff used to be great, not anymore.. This was too short, not well done, illogical and generally the next step down. I never minded paying money for a good adventure, but it stops here. No quality control - quantity over quality. Don't bother buying - you've seen it all before - but better. ### 4/5 — Thief of life *2017-05-13, version 1.0.0* Great but too short and too much for full ### 4/5 — Thief of Life *2017-05-12, version 1.0.0* I really liked this game except for the mini games. Even on the Easy setting, I found them hard to play. ### 4/5 — Excellent puzzle game *2017-05-06, version 1.0.0* Challenging enough to entertain and great graphics. My only criticism would be that the solutions to a number of the problems were fairly obvious. A little on the pricey side, but the bonus is nice. All in all, a very good app that you can pick up for a couple of minutes and make progress. ### 5/5 — One of the better games I've played *2017-05-05, version 1.0.0* Have played lots of the type Big Fish Games. This one is challenging without being frustrating. High quality graphics and interesting story. Would buy it again. First game I've ever rated. It's that good. Strongly recommend! ### 5/5 — New Ideas *2017-05-03, version 1.0.0* Story okay, graphics good and great game flow. No glitches. But the best mini games ever. All new, extremely clever and challenging. This is why I play games so I can figure something out and not just watch a video. This game was the best! ### 5/5 — Super jeu *2017-05-03, version 1.0.0* C'est un jeu très intelligent qui comporte beaucoup de défis. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Curious society thief of life *2023-03-21, version 1.0.0* I should not have bought this game too violent for me with all the guns another game I wasted my money on have not played through only the first introduction ### 1/5 — Total rubbish *2018-10-14, version 1.0.0* Don't waste your time or money ### 1/5 — Do Not Buy! *2017-06-12, version 1.0.0* Glitch where you find the climbing gear but it doesn't go into your inventory. Deleted and reloaded - did it again. They still don't have an update to fix it and it's been since the end of April. ### 1/5 — What's the big fish theme? Glitchy, bordering on annoyance! *2017-04-29, version 1.0.0* I was enjoying this game until it messed up in the hut area, so I restarted my game & guess what?... That's right! It messed up in the same place. Fix the game & I'll give it a better review. ### 1/5 — Getting real tired of pop ups to review *2017-04-28, version 1.0.0* Could we possibly stop the insane pop up boxes to review the thing over and over? One small note after completion to help them out with a review would be plenty. I'm not reviewing a game I've played for half an hour. Come on, use your brains. ### 1/5 — Encountered fatal flaw! *2017-04-26, version 1.0.0* ETA: After searching this game's forum on Big Fish's site (and also other reviewers here), it seems several players on varying platforms (mobile, PC, etc) are experiencing the exact same glitch I mention below. I emailed BFG regarding this issue, and they confirmed the glitch, and are going to fix it. So, in the meantime, buyer beware. So I'm at the point where I should have the 3/3 items to repel into that hole (I did collect them, but they are now not in my inventory!) and I cannot proceed because they aren't there. Tapping hint directs me to said hole, which I am unequipped for, and I'm literally stuck. Fix this! ### 1/5 — Flaw *2017-04-25, version 1.0.0* Like previously mentioned, I too could not get past the part where I needed to repel down the hole. My equipment is no longer in my inventory and I cannot scroll left in my inventory to see if it is there. ### 2/5 — Bug ruins it *2024-04-21, version 1.0.0* Nice game up to the point where the helmet disappears and you’re stuck. I paid full price for half the game and no bonus chapter. Not cool. Big Fish should think about a way to verify whether the hint is feasible and skip the step that requires something that’s missing. Such a solution could bypass any disappearing inventory bug. Just like a SKIP in a mini game. ### 2/5 — Deflated by DOMINI 🏹🎈🥊 *2019-09-01, version 1.0.0* 🎉🥳 I was initially ecstatic as the game began, like a party, with my “FAVORITE TRIFECTA of FUN” and exactly what I’ve always wanted from the beginning ⭐️MULTIPLE Mini Games, Puzzles and HO⭐️ complete with EASY and HARD settings. and it got better! 🌀NO ANIMALS 🌀Custom Settings 🌀Deep Hues and Bright Colors in Scenes 🌀Crisp “On Point” Graphics 🌀A Variety of differing Objects DOMINI has obviously looked at the dusty calendar, realizing how long HO games have been stuck in a “Time Warp” (no, not the fun dance) 🙊FINALLY recognizing the stench of old rotting ideas piling up on Deaths Doorway (@the corner of Big Fish+Apple) and thinking outside the box (or casket) these decayed ideas are rightfully buried in. 🏹They aimed high, setting out to redefine the new standard in HO games with fresh modern ideas and creative concepts..... Oh, Joy of Joys...! But Then .... SWOOSH! SLAM!🥳🥊 As soon as Owl Wand magically removed the debris....I was instantaneously deflated, as the Fun Police arrived and shut the party down. It must’ve been an “Evil” Owl Wand.... because as the tons of DUST resettled, it was like an archaic HOP 101 checklist: 👎🏻Car (disabled in any manner) 👎🏻Broken Bag Zipper w Paperclip 👎🏻Dusting off Cobwebs 👎🏻Repairing Wire w Tape 👎🏻A NASTY CRACKLING SQUAWKING CROW I spoke too soon. I wish the Owl Wand could have removed all THIS debris - permanently. Why is it SO difficult to change/update concepts, scenery, progression flow, objects, items....anything ...to make it new? More creative? Requiring some actual skill? Make HO actually hidden? ~~~~~~~~ I’m halfway through the game (and my box of tissues) doubtful of a major turnaround to edit review. But as an eternal optimist (really!) .... stranger things..... Miss LC 🌁❤️🐏 ### 2/5 — Disappointing! *2017-05-28, version 1.0.0* Was really enjoying this game when, at the end of Chapter 5, I couldn't progress! The hint didn't work-'move on nothing more to do' and the guide said 'place the photograph' which proved impossible. I'm very disappointed. Too far along to start over-up to this point everything worked fine I'll want a refund-it's now unplayable ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Fascinating and captivating games *2021-04-25, version 1.0.0* I really love nearly all the Big Fish Games. So many brain games, mysteries to solve, pleasing colours and captivating scenery, as well as interesting plots and characters. Not to mention the noticeably apparent occult and Masonic symbols throughout all the games.... kinda makes you wonder who makes all of these? ### 5/5 — Wow 5= stars from me *2019-10-03, version 1.0.0* The graphics are out of this world. Fantastic game. Challenging puzzles which many I skipped as I was too impatient but wish the game would have gone for longer. Love this game though. ### 5/5 — Great *2018-12-31, version 1.0.0* I Love this Game ### 5/5 — Nice *2017-08-15, version 1.0.0* The mini games, on the easy setting, were almost a little too easy, but I liked it all the same. ### 5/5 — Better then I thought *2017-06-04, version 1.0.0* After seeing some of the reviews I thought this might be just an ok game, I bought it on offer and probably wouldn't have bought it at full price. I was pleasantly surprised, I don't understand how people are saying to short I thought the game was a good length and the bonus too, I've had far shorter then that for more money. I like the option of easy or hard on the puzzles it gives you a chance to finish all without skipping. Plenty of puzzles, nice story and graphics. I'm happy 😃 ### 5/5 — Entertaining *2017-05-31, version 1.0.0* I like the match 3 option very good game different than most ### 5/5 — Excellent *2017-05-29, version 1.0.0* This is one of the best of this genre. The puzzles are challenging (fortunately they have easy and hard options), the HOS of varying type, and the story is decent. What has become important for me is the time switching between scenes - and switching is instantaneous in the game. Why can't all developers do this? ### 5/5 — The Curio Society *2017-05-26, version 1.0.0* An unusually good game, with good story line and very original games. ### 5/5 — 😍👍 *2017-05-16, version 1.0.0* Excellent game the graphics were amazing and it was packed full of puzzles. 🌟 ### 5/5 — AMAZING *2017-05-09, version 1.0.0* This game is so cool I love it --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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