# Hidden Through Time 2 vs Crookhaven

The clearest difference is update cadence: Crookhaven at daily against Hidden Through Time 2's every 3 months. Crookhaven also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.9) and review sentiment (72% vs 54%). Hidden Through Time 2's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $4.99). On ads, in-app purchases, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Hidden Through Time 2 costs $2.99 and Crookhaven $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Crookhaven holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Crookhaven has 167 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Hidden Through Time 2's written reviews are positive against 72% of Crookhaven's.

Hidden Through Time 2 ships an update every 3 months, Crookhaven daily. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hidden Through Time 2 | Crookhaven |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [3.9 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-through-time-2-magic/id6453763474/reviews) | **[4.3 (167 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crookhaven/id6473502953/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **167** |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | **72.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#128** | #129 |
| Size | 509 MB | 348 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rogueside NV](https://appshunter.io/developer/413995298) | [Fire Maple Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1446763739) |

## What reviewers say

### Hidden Through Time 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-through-time-2-magic/id6453763474)

**Currently charting:** #128 Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

Embark on an enchanted adventure searching for hidden objects in beautifully hand-drawn worlds. Utilize a unique Reality Shift feature to explore maps in different states, uncovering secrets and advancing through a captivating story mode across four magical eras.

**Highlights:** Hidden object searching, Story mode across magical eras, Reality Shift (Day/Night, Summer/Winter), Unlockable items and worlds, Hand-drawn 2D graphics, Playful and cozy atmosphere

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Crookhaven

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crookhaven/id6473502953)

**Currently charting:** #129 Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

Embark on a captivating treasure hunt in a charming seaside town. Decipher cryptic clues and uncover the secrets of a lost pirate fortune buried beneath the town's rich history. Prepare for a thrilling adventure filled with intriguing characters.

**Highlights:** Treasure hunt adventure, Decipher cryptic clues, Uncover lost pirate fortune, Explore a seaside town, Engage with intriguing characters

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Beautiful artwork and graphics
- 🤔 Engaging puzzles and mysteries
- 🕹️ Fun and immersive gameplay
- 🕰️ Lengthy and satisfying experience
- 🎮 Charming and nostalgic Fire Maple style

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🗺️ Overly large and confusing map
- 🔁 Repetitive fetch quests and back-and-forth
- 🤖 Obvious use of AI-generated art
- 🔋 Overheating issues on some devices
- 💰 Expensive for an older-style point-and-click game

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen issues on launch
- Inventory item display glitches

**Requested features**

- Ability to teleport between locations
- More intuitive map with location markers
- Clearer objectives and less backtracking
- Option to disable AI-generated art
- Improved performance optimization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hidden Through Time 2 free?

Hidden Through Time 2 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Crookhaven free?

Crookhaven costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Hidden Through Time 2 or Crookhaven?

Crookhaven is rated higher. Hidden Through Time 2 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Crookhaven averages 4.3 from 167 ratings.

### Do Hidden Through Time 2 or Crookhaven have ads?

Neither Hidden Through Time 2 nor Crookhaven shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hidden Through Time 2 or Crookhaven?

Hidden Through Time 2 ships an update every 3 months, and Crookhaven daily. Most recently, Hidden Through Time 2 was updated on September 10, 2026 and Crookhaven on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Hidden Through Time 2 or Crookhaven?

Hidden Through Time 2 currently peaks at #128 in the App Store charts, and Crookhaven at #129. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*