Tick Tock vs Unsolved Case
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Tick Tock
An eerie cooperative puzzle adventure where two players are trapped in a mystical clockwork world. You must work together, sharing information across two devices, to solve complex puzzles and escape before time runs out. Requires each player to own a copy of the game.
- 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
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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 *** 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
Unsolved Case
This is a free, cooperative point-and-click puzzle game where two players team up as detectives to solve a prequel mystery. Players receive different clues on separate screens and must communicate to crack codes and escape. It offers a focused 30-60 minute gameplay experience.
- Free to play
- Two-player cooperative gameplay
- Separate screen puzzles
- 30-60 minute playtime
- Illustrated noir environments
- In-game note-taking
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CRACK THE UNSOLVED CASE Unsolved Case is the FREE (no ads, no microtransactions), standalone prequel to the popular cooperative point-and-click puzzle game series 'Cryptic Killer'. IMPORTANT: "Unsolved Case" is a 2-player cooperative puzzle game that requires each player to have their own copy on either mobile, tablet, PC or Mac . Internet connection and voice communication are essential. Need a Player Two? Join our Discord community! Dip your toes in and go back to where it all began as you team up as detective duo Old Dog and Ally against the Cryptic Killer. For the first time in the series, you'll encounter a labyrinth of puzzles and challenges laid by one of the most devious minds in the world. Solve puzzles, crack codes, and find a way out. Do you have what it takes to crack the Unsolved Case of the Cryptic Killer? Crack the case during a focused playthrough of 30-60 minutes—perfect for a night of puzzle solving. THE STORY SO FAR Years ago, the twisted Cryptic Killer was put away behind bars at the infamous Anagram Asylum. But today, he's back, and he's taunting the detectives. Did they catch the wrong guy, or are they looking at a copycat killer? A new lead arrives in the form of a mysterious locked box, delivered directly to their addresses. Detectives Ally and Old Dog are once again sent on a chase that'll challenge them unlike any case before. Explore new locations, crack codes, and unravel the mystery. In this prequel, you're invited to step into the detectives' shoes and return to where it all began. THE ONLY WAY TO ESCAPE IS TO WORK TOGETHER Two minds are better than one, and the only way you'll be able to crack the Cryptic Killer's codes is by working together. Through separate screens, you and your friend will each be given half of a puzzle at each location. Communicate, collaborate, and work together to push your puzzle-solving skills to the limit. FEATURES LIST ▶Full Game for Free Get started as detectives Ally and Old Dog with this complete prequel game at no cost, providing a glimpse into the larger puzzle series. ▶30-60 Minutes of Puzzle Solving Immerse yourself in an adventure filled with engaging puzzles, designed to be resolved within half an hour to an hour. ▶Two Player Co-Op In Unsolved Case, the detectives are separated. You’ll see different items and clues than your partner and will be tested on your communication! ▶Challenging Collaborative Puzzles Two brains are better than one when it comes to cracking the Cryptic Killer's codes. ▶Explore Illustrated Worlds Unsolved Case's hand-illustrated environments are inspired by noir novels. ▶Draw on… Everything! You cannot solve a case without taking notes. At any time in the game, you can whip out a notebook and pen to make notes and scribble on your environment.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Unsolved Case at Free against Tick Tock's $2.99. Unsolved Case also leads on ratings volume (2.1K vs 290). Tick Tock's advantage is chart position (#21 vs unranked) and review sentiment (70% vs 59%). On rating, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Unsolved Case is free to download; Tick Tock costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for Tick Tock against 4.3 for Unsolved Case. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unsolved Case has 2.1K ratings behind it against 290, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of Tick Tock's written reviews are positive against 59% of Unsolved Case's.
Tick Tock ships an update every 6 weeks, Unsolved Case every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.
| Parameter | Tick Tock | Unsolved Case |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.2 (290 ratings) | 4.3 (2.1K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 70.4% of reviews — better | 58.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 290 | 2.1K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Best chart rank | #21 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 949 MB | 270 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Other Tales Interactive ApS | Eleven Products Sp. z o.o. |
Customer experience
Tick Tock
Unsolved Case
User reviews
Tick Tock
From 290 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎨 Beautiful art style and atmosphere
- 🧠 Engaging and thought-provoking puzzles
- 👥 Unique co-op gameplay experience
- 🕰 Interesting time-related story elements
Room to improve
- 🕰 Game is too short (only 3 chapters)
- 🤔 Unclear or unsatisfying ending
- 💰 Expensive for the amount of content
- 🤯 Puzzles can be frustratingly difficult at times
Unsolved Case
From 2.1K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🤝 Great co-op experience
- 💡 Innovative puzzle design
- 🎨 Appealing art style
Room to improve
- 🔚 Abrupt ending/cliffhanger
- 💰 Paid content required to continue
- 🕰️ Short duration
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
Bugs and requests
Tick Tock
Reported bugs
2 issues- Occasional crashes or performance issues
- Compatibility problems on older devices
Requested features
3 requests- More chapters and extended storyline
- Ability to replay or revisit puzzles
- Hint system or tutorial for new players
Unsolved Case
Reported bugs
2 issues- Game resets on disconnection
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
Requested features
4 requests- More levels/episodes
- Single player mode
- Save progress option
- Multilingual support
In-app purchases
Tick Tock
No in-app purchases
Unsolved Case
No in-app purchases








