# Hidden Objects Eternal City vs Mystery Files

The clearest difference is update cadence: Mystery Files at fortnightly against Hidden Objects Eternal City's every 13 months. Mystery Files also leads on chart position (#178 vs unranked) and ratings volume (6K vs 1.1K). Hidden Objects Eternal City's advantage is review sentiment (77% vs 58%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hidden Objects Eternal City sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Mystery Files sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Hidden Objects Eternal City against 4.6 for Mystery Files. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mystery Files has 6K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 77% of Hidden Objects Eternal City's written reviews are positive against 58% of Mystery Files's.

Hidden Objects Eternal City ships an update every 13 months, Mystery Files fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Objects Eternal City | Mystery Files |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-eternal-city/id1453031351/reviews)** | [4.6 (6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-files-hidden-objects/id1589094825/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **6K** |
| Positive reviews | **76.7% of reviews** | 58.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#178** |
| Size | 161 MB | 433 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614) | [DO GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1542346466) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Objects Eternal City

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-objects-eternal-city/id1453031351)

Explore the historic streets of Rome in a captivating hidden object adventure. Uncover ancient mysteries, find hidden artifacts, and solve puzzles to save characters trapped in time. Experience unique 360-degree panoramas and a compelling storyline.

**Highlights:** 360-degree panoramas and 3D views, Captivating serial plot, Genuine vintage hidden objects, Artifact collection, Hint system, Explore iconic Roman locations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Time Machine | $0.99 | one-time |
| Preview Hints Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Instant Hint | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack Special | $3.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack:  All-included | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great graphics
- 👍 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Varied and unique locations
- 👍 Challenging hidden object scenes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Smaller objects can be hard to find
- 🕰️ Slow level progression
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🤔 Confusing gameplay at times

**Reported bugs**

- Screen freezing issues
- Inability to tap on correct objects

**Requested features**

- More interesting sites to explore
- Ability to remove ads for a one-time fee
- Clearer tutorial or instructions


### Mystery Files

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-files-hidden-objects/id1589094825)

**Currently charting:** #178 Top Grossing · Adventure (US App Store)

Explore a vast library of free-to-play puzzle games, brain teasers, and interactive stories. Solve mysteries, find hidden objects, and collect unique artifacts across various locations. Enjoy new releases and earn achievements as you play.

**Highlights:** Free-to-play puzzles and brain teasers, Library of interactive stories, Hidden object search and find gameplay, Earn achievements, Collect artifacts and trinkets, New releases added regularly

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Handful of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of useful things | $1.99 | one-time |
| A Handful of Crystals | $2.99 | one-time |
| A Pinch of Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Handful of useful things | $3.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Heap of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bandbox of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Jewelry Box | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Continuous levels
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Multiple games in one app
- 👍 Challenging puzzles
- 👍 Enjoyable stories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🐛 Unresponsive controls
- 🐛 Broken hint system
- 🔑 Excessive use of keys/coins to progress
- 🔑 Long wait times for keys

**Reported bugs**

- Puzzles not working as intended
- Scenes/items disappearing or becoming uninteractable
- Game progress being reset or lost
- Crashes and freezes when using in-app purchases

**Requested features**

- More ways to earn hints/coins without paying
- Better instructions for mini-games
- Ability to skip difficult puzzles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Objects Eternal City free?

Hidden Objects Eternal City is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mystery Files free?

Mystery Files is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects Eternal City or Mystery Files?

Hidden Objects Eternal City is rated higher. Hidden Objects Eternal City averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Mystery Files averages 4.6 from 6K ratings.

### Do Hidden Objects Eternal City or Mystery Files have ads?

Both Hidden Objects Eternal City and Mystery Files show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects Eternal City or Mystery Files?

Hidden Objects Eternal City ships an update every 13 months, and Mystery Files fortnightly. Most recently, Hidden Objects Eternal City was updated on November 2, 2026 and Mystery Files on November 11, 2026.

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