# Tick Tock: A Tale for Two — Two-player adventure

> Cooperative puzzle adventure game requiring two players to solve puzzles across separate devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Other Tales Interactive ApS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tick-tock-a-tale-for-two/id1357651989 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Other Tales Interactive ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1329403842)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 290 App Store ratings · 308 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 949 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-03-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tick-tock-a-tale-for-two/id1357651989/reviews.md

## What is Tick Tock?

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two is an eerie cooperative puzzle game for two players. Each player needs a copy of the game on their own mobile device (phone or tablet) to play. You can also play cross-platform with a Nintendo Switch or a computer (PC or Mac). 

Average playtime: 2.5h

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You and your friend are trapped in a mystical clockwork world. As time ebbs away you must solve increasingly complex puzzles to escape. Cooperation is key as neither of you have the full picture! Play on two devices, local or remotely, all you need is a voice connection.

"perhaps one of the most clever game ideas I’ve ever seen." - TouchArcade

"a spooky multiplayer puzzle game with a brilliant hook - that the game is played simultaneously on two screens, with half of the clues on one and half on the other." - EUROGAMER

"a fantastic, beautiful game that can bring you closer to your friends and loved ones" - Coin-Drop

Awards & Recognition:
* Winner - Danish Games Awards (Best Debut, Best Emergent Experience) 2020 
* Nominee - BAFTA Games Awards 2020
* Nominee - Nordic Game Awards 2020
* Winner- IndieCade (Cooperative Design) 2019
* Official Selection - AdventureX 2019
* Official Selection - Indie MEGABOOTH 2019
* Nominee - International Mobile Gaming Awards 2019
* Nominee - Ludicious 2019
* Official Selection - PAX 10 2018 
* Official Selection - Leftfield Collection 2018
* Nominee - Play17 2017
* Nominee - Nordic Game 2017
* Official Selection - IndieCade Europe 2017
* Nominee - Amaze 2017
* Official Selection - Stugan 2016

## Key features

- Two-player cooperative puzzle gameplay
- Cross-platform play (mobile, Switch, PC/Mac)
- Solve puzzles with incomplete information
- Mystical clockwork world setting
- Voice connection required for communication
- Local and remote play options

## Chart rankings

- #54 in Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)
- #40 in Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

## What do users think of Tick Tock?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful art style and atmosphere
- 🧠 Engaging and thought-provoking puzzles
- 👥 Unique co-op gameplay experience
- 🕰 Interesting time-related story elements

**Cons**

- 🕰 Game is too short (only 3 chapters)
- 🤔 Unclear or unsatisfying ending
- 💰 Expensive for the amount of content
- 🤯 Puzzles can be frustratingly difficult at times

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or performance issues
- Compatibility problems on older devices

**Most requested features**

- More chapters and extended storyline
- Ability to replay or revisit puzzles
- Hint system or tutorial for new players

## Recent user reviews (10 of 308)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tick-tock-a-tale-for-two/id1357651989/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very well

*2026-08-17, version 1.1.9*

Fantastic

### 5/5 — Amazing Game

*2026-08-16, version 1.1.9*

Highly recommend playing it with a significant other. I loved the puzzles and that they always require you and your partner to communicate. I’d love to see more games like this. Only complaint we had was that the story seemed to end suddenly. I think we were hoping for a little more story to the game. But otherwise it was great! Make another one similar please!

### 3/5 — Excellent game

*2026-05-26, version 1.1.9*

Time worthy!!!

### 5/5 — 굿겜

*2026-05-03*

진짜 시간 뚝딱... 새벽에 해서 그런지 분위기가 좀 무서운데 이건 그냥 제가 겁쟁이라 그런 듯

시간 가는 줄 모르고 머리 싸매면서 재미있게 햇어요 굿굿

### 3/5 — 175 minutes of my life GONE

*2026-04-21, version 1.1.9*

I spent 175 minutes of my time searching for dead girl in a clock. I need a refund😐

### 1/5 — Do not buy it!

*2026-03-18, version 1.1.9*

Just a waste of time don’t bother

### 5/5 — 非常に良いゲーム

*2026-02-22*

難易度もちょうど良く、とても楽しみました。
ローカライズが非常に優秀で読みやすい日本語でした。
続編などがあれば是非！！

### 5/5 — 결말을 한번에 이해하기 어려웠어요

*2026-02-16*

근데 게임을 할 때는 너무 재밌게 해서 시간가는 줄 몰랐어요 짱 재밌어요 >_<

### 5/5 — 심오하다

*2026-02-16*

결말이 ㄹㅇ 영화같네요…. 형준이랑 해서 재밌었어용

### 1/5 — Not worth it!

*2026-02-15, version 1.1.9*

Not the best option IMHO. The team behind coming up with the puzzle ideas did not do a great job in adjusting the difficulty of the puzzles and building up on information and evidence provided throughout the game. Overall, you’ll feel like the creators wanted to make the game difficult but just didn’t know how to do it properly so they ended up making the gameplay tricky instead of trying to come up with puzzles based on a storyline.

## Frequently asked questions about Tick Tock

### What is Tick Tock: A Tale for Two?

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two is a cooperative puzzle adventure game designed for two players. Players are trapped in a mystical clockwork world and must work together to solve increasingly complex puzzles to escape. Cooperation is essential as each player only has part of the information needed to progress.

### How do I play Tick Tock: A Tale for Two?

To play, each player needs their own copy of the game on their mobile device (phone or tablet). You can also play cross-platform with a Nintendo Switch or a computer (PC or Mac). A voice connection is necessary for communication between players, as you'll need to share clues and coordinate actions.

### Is Tick Tock: A Tale for Two free to play?

No, Tick Tock: A Tale for Two is a paid application. Each player must purchase a copy of the game to play together. The game does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What devices is Tick Tock: A Tale for Two compatible with?

The game is available on mobile devices (phones and tablets), Nintendo Switch, and computers (PC or Mac). You can play locally or remotely with another player, as long as you have a voice connection and both own a copy of the game on a compatible platform.

### What is the average playtime for Tick Tock: A Tale for Two?

The average playtime for Tick Tock: A Tale for Two is approximately 2.5 hours. This duration allows for a focused and engaging cooperative puzzle experience within a single session or spread over a short period.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.9 — 2026-01-28

Updated Age Rating

### 1.1.8 — 2021-06-23

Arabic and Russian languages

### 1.1.7 — 2020-07-02

* Korean and Traditional Chinese

### 1.1.6 — 2019-12-05

* Japanese and Swedish translation

### 1.1.5 — 2019-06-28

* Spanish and Portugese (Brazil) translation
* Particle optimization

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All apps by Other Tales Interactive ApS: https://appshunter.io/developer/1329403842

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