Comparison

Ancient Mystery vs Nonogram FRVR

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Ancient Mystery

Embark on a quest to uncover hidden wisdom by solving riddles and brain teasers. This educational game blends philosophy, mythology, and history, challenging your intellect and knowledge to reveal a great hidden truth.

Highlights
  • Solve riddles and brain teasers
  • Explore philosophy and mythology
  • Uncover hidden truths and codes
  • Discover historical and intellectual connections
  • Utilize hints for difficult challenges
  • Access in-depth explanations of game elements
Features
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------------- Featured in more than 80 App-stores around the world Is it too hard for you ?? Some User Comments: Not for the intellectually challenged! * * * * * It encompasses philosophy and mythology in a artistic presentation. Mind Bending * * * * * If you like apps that really make you think, scratch your head, think some more then when you get the answer, think why didn't I think of that sooner then this is the game for you. Too hard * * This game is very hard I don't understand even the first riddle, can someone help me ? ------------- @ ^ == v @ m What is the hidden mystery? How can solving a number of riddles and brain teasers take you on a deeper and further quest, to uncover a great hidden truth? What is the secret 'code' that connects Plato & Socrates, Myths, Dragons, Greek Gods, Ancient Philosophies, a Cave man, the beginnings of civilization, Astrology, and many jewels of wisdom from different thinkers of different ages ? Can you spot the clues, survive the challenges, acquire the objects of wisdom, uncover the big puzzle, and unlock the chamber of secret teachings? Use your wits, knowledge, friends, and … your favorite search engine to overcome the obstacles of nature and the limitations of the obvious. Discover, Think, Read, and Learn as this ancient and thoughtful magical quest takes you to different challenges of observation, intelligence, insight, knowledge and wisdom. "Even dry and trivialized truths can gain amazing power when we view them in a new creative and practical light." ------------- Games and Learning run hand in hand many times. Games can be used as tools to encourage learning and curiosity for knowing more about a wide range of subjects. The imaginative environment and challenges within games can encourage players to develop a good set of skills and competencies, as well as develop mental abilities. About: Ancient mystery was designed to be educational, interesting and fun to play. The 'Hidden Secrets' Sections offers in-depth explanation for some of the icons, symbols, and items within the game. A hidden mysterious 'code' connects all the game's elements, and the player is invited to discover it. Is Ancient Mystery free to play? Ancient Mystery can be downloaded for free, and players can play the full game for free too. To access some Extra features (Like the interpretation and explanation of the game's story line and symbolism, and hints, etc...) players are required to unlock the premium version, at $0.99. Too Hard?? Ancient Mystery challenges both the intelligence and knowledge of players. It can be quite difficult at times, and the clues can be 'cryptic'. But all this is part of the learning... With real head-scratching, and search for answers, the player learns many new things, sometimes related - and sometimes not - to the game's Story. Two Levels of Hints can be used within the game (making it 'Easier' and 'Easiest' respectively) if the player gets really stuck. Play, Think, and Learn .. and Have Fun !

About

Nonogram FRVR

Engage your mind with picture cross puzzles set to a calming soundtrack. Solve logic challenges with beautiful graphics and earn stars for perfect play. Offers multiple difficulty levels and themes for a relaxing yet stimulating experience.

Highlights
  • Picture cross logic puzzles
  • Multiple difficulty levels
  • Meditative soundtrack
  • Achievement stars
  • Eye-pleasing graphics
  • 7 different themes
Features
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Have a few minutes to exercise your brain while you relax to a meditative soundtrack? Nonogram has what you’re looking for. The nonogram-style picture cross gameplay is easy to learn but takes practice and skill to master. Hone your powers of deduction and solve the levels – all presented in beautiful, subtle colors and eye-pleasing graphic themes. An incorrect choice in the grid results in a slash. Three slashes and the level must be restarted. Solve the level without slashes to earn achievement stars. Nonogram has 3 levels of difficulty: casual, normal or challenging. Can you earn 3 stars at every level? Features - Choose from 3 levels of difficulty: casual, normal or challenging - Original meditative music - Pleasing sound effects - Collect achievement stars for a perfect record - Suitable for all ages - Sharpen your skills - Eye-pleasing graphics - 7 different themes to choose from - Stress-free challenges - Easy tutorial introduction - Unlimited levels

Screenshots

Ancient Mystery4 screens
Nonogram FRVR4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Nonogram FRVR at 4.5 against Ancient Mystery's 2.0. Nonogram FRVR also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 15 months) and review sentiment (56% vs 39%). Ancient Mystery's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads, monetization model and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Nonogram FRVR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Ancient Mystery asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Nonogram FRVR holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Nonogram FRVR has 45 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 39% of Ancient Mystery's written reviews are positive against 56% of Nonogram FRVR's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ancient Mystery ships an update every 15 months, Nonogram FRVR monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Ancient Mystery versus Nonogram FRVR: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAncient MysteryNonogram FRVR
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (4 ratings)4.5 (45 ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.9% of reviews55.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings445 — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsMonthly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer111 (LLC)FRVR ApS

Customer experience

Ancient Mystery

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive38.9%
Neutral27.8%
Negative33.3%

Nonogram FRVR

All ratings45 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral8.9%
Negative2.2%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral22.2%
Negative22.2%

In-app purchases

None

Ancient Mystery

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Nonogram FRVR

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99

Questions

Is Ancient Mystery free?
Ancient Mystery is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Nonogram FRVR free?
Nonogram FRVR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Ancient Mystery or Nonogram FRVR?
Nonogram FRVR is rated higher. Ancient Mystery averages 2.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Nonogram FRVR averages 4.5 from 45 ratings.
Do Ancient Mystery or Nonogram FRVR have ads?
Both Ancient Mystery and Nonogram FRVR show ads.
Which is updated more often, Ancient Mystery or Nonogram FRVR?
Ancient Mystery ships an update every 15 months, and Nonogram FRVR monthly. Most recently, Ancient Mystery was updated on November 1, 2026 and Nonogram FRVR on November 3, 2026.

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