# Web of Deceit: Deadly Sands HD - A Hidden Objects Adventure

> Hidden object adventure game about solving murders and uncovering a sinister plot. (iPhone/iPad app by Big Fish Games, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/web-of-deceit-deadly-sands-hd-a-hidden-objects-adventure/id725694471 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Big Fish Games, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/292594310)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 73 App Store ratings · 145 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 915 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Russian
- Released: 2014-04-04
- Data updated: 2026-07-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/web-of-deceit-deadly-sands-hd-a-hidden-objects-adventure/id725694471/reviews.md

## What is Web of Deceit?

Play the trial for FREE!  Pay once & complete the adventure!

While visiting your uncle, you stumble upon a curious case. Men are vanishing, reappearing dead days later. Who killed them? Find out in this incredible Collector’s Edition! 

• TRACK DOWN A VENOMOUS KILLER 
Morgana, an evil black widow preys upon men by injecting them with spider venom! Her venom has no cure, so you must put a stop to her! 

• YOUR UNCLE IS NOWHERE TO BE FOUND 
After receiving a distressing message from your uncle, you travel to the remote village of Transvaal. You learn that he has been traveling the world, hunting down the deadly killer. 

• TREAD CAREFULLY 
The sands are always shifting and danger is around every corner. Are the murders actually the work of Morgana...or something even more sinister? 

• TEAM UP WITH MORGANA IN AN EXCITING BONUS GAME! 
Unlock the Collector’s Edition to gain access to the thrilling bonus chapter. Discover all of the great concept art and wallpapers too! 
 
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## Key features

- Track down a venomous killer
- Investigate mysterious disappearances
- Explore hidden object scenes
- Solve puzzles
- Unlock bonus chapter
- Collect concept art and wallpapers

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game Unlock + Bonus Content | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Web of Deceit?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🧩 Excellent and innovative puzzles
- 🎨 High-quality graphics and visuals
- 📖 Engaging and intriguing storyline
- 🎭 Live action characters and voice acting
- 🔍 Creative hidden object scenes
- 🗺️ Useful map and navigation system
- 📚 Helpful strategy guide and hint system
- 🎯 Good length and value for money
- 🏆 Collectible items (posters) for achievements
- ⚙️ Logical game progression
- 🎪 Humorous and clever object placements
- 🎮 Variety of mini-games and puzzles

**Cons**

- 🐛 Game progress not saving properly
- 🐛 Missing character glitch (uncle disappears)
- 🐛 Game crashes and restarts
- 😤 Unclear mini-game instructions
- 😤 Overly difficult puzzles
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- ⏱️ Slow scene transitions and load times
- 🎮 Frustrating mini-game controls
- 🎭 Lip-sync issues with voice acting
- 🗺️ Map showing incorrect locations
- 📺 Poor quality scenes and graphics in some areas
- 🎯 Confusing game mechanics
- ⚠️ Limited teleport functionality
- 🎬 Abrupt or unsatisfying ending

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game does not save progress - resets to beginning on restart
- Uncle character disappears at train station, blocking game progression
- Missing body next to train preventing completion
- Game crashes repeatedly during gameplay
- Crane mini-game levers not responding properly
- Mirror room puzzle locks up game
- Glitchy tap controls requiring excessive force
- Game won't download full version in-app
- Purchase history not recognized after update
- Exacto knife misidentified as glass cutter
- Skipped story elements (shovel and hankie not obtained)
- Unsolvable mirror puzzle with incorrect solution guide

**Most requested features**

- Teleport facility for easier navigation
- Clearer instructions for mini-games
- In-game access to strategy guide
- Game progress auto-save feature
- Improved map functionality
- Better lip-sync for character dialogue
- More diverse locations and scenes
- Puzzle difficulty settings
- Faster load times between scenes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 145)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/web-of-deceit-deadly-sands-hd-a-hidden-objects-adventure/id725694471/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fantastic!

*2026-03-13, version 1.0.2*

This is an eleven year old game, but it was still very enjoyable! The puzzles are great, the chess game on a dartboard is so innovative! Good story, love the live action characters. The only thing, is that since it’s older, the screen doesn’t quite fit right on my new iPad mini. In HO scenes, the bottom of the item list is cut off. But all you have to do is full hand grab the image (like you were going to switch to a different app or go to the Home Screen), and voila! you can see the bottom of the list! I highly recommend this game, it was made when developers cared more about quality and creativity than just churning out as many games as they can, as fast as they can.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2024-12-17*

An amazing big fish game. Hard puzzles that really get you thinking and the bonus chapter was long and fun as well

### 5/5 — Challenging

*2024-10-07*

A very challenging game. Gets my brain thinking hard

### 5/5 — Deadly

*2020-08-29, version 1.0.2*

Brilliant game, but not easy to do.

### 3/5 — Patn

*2020-08-20, version 1.0.2*

Not a bad game, but not compelling. Games were a bit hard, and lack of teleport facility was disappointing, even if it is an old game. We don’t get any new ones these days since Big Fish was bought out. Such a shame.

### 3/5 — Deadly

*2020-08-15, version 1.0.2*

Poor quality scenes, slow motion from scene to scene, deleted before I was very far into it.

### 2/5 — En anglais

*2020-07-01, version 1.0.2*

Difficile de comprendre les énigmes.  Dommage

### 1/5 — Not good

*2019-10-05, version 1.0.2*

Sorry I bought this game it will not save my game. I would give a big 0 for this game

### 3/5 — Nicht durchweg gut

*2019-02-07, version 1.0.2*

Gut: Länge, Geschichte, WBS. Sammelobjekte. 
Schlecht: Bei den Minigames bin ich überfordert gewesen, was z. T. natürlich am Englischen gelegen hat. Aber ich will beim Spielen nicht noch ein Wörterbuch wälzen. Das Schachspiel ist völlig daneben, wenn man kein Schach spielen kann. Viel Rennerei zu den Schauplätzen. Nicht das beste Spiel.

### 3/5 — Lots going on

*2019-02-05, version 1.0.2*

Rachel played this far and decided that she was not very impressed with the game play because it’s too busy, I suppose I mean I have a lot to think of and it’s a bit too broad in collecting and confusing as to what’s just going on where.

## Frequently asked questions about Web of Deceit

### What is Web of Deceit: Deadly Sands HD about?

This is a hidden object adventure game where you play as an investigator looking into a series of mysterious disappearances and deaths in a remote village. You must track down a dangerous killer and uncover a sinister plot.

### What are the key features of this game?

Key features include tracking down a venomous killer, investigating mysterious disappearances, exploring hidden object scenes, solving puzzles, and unlocking a bonus chapter with additional content like concept art and wallpapers.

### How much does Web of Deceit: Deadly Sands HD cost?

The game offers a free trial. To complete the full adventure, a one-time purchase is required. This is a 'pay once & complete the adventure' model.

### What platforms is this game available on?

While the description doesn't explicitly list platforms, Big Fish Games, the publisher, offers their games on PC, Mac, mobile phones, and tablets. This suggests it's likely available on mobile devices.

### What is the Collector's Edition?

The Collector's Edition includes access to a thrilling bonus chapter, allowing players to experience more of the game's story. It also provides access to great concept art and wallpapers.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2015-04-29

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

In this update:

• Fixes to ensure your game progress won't be lost 
• Fixes to ensure that tapping on items will work as expected
• Fixes to prevent crashes at the end of the free trial 
• Fixes to ensure you can unlock the full version at the end of free trial

Thanks for the continued feedback and support, and happy gaming!

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### 1.0.0 — 2014-03-07

No release notes.

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