Comparison

Hidden Through Time 2 vs Looking for Aliens

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

Head to head
About

Hidden Through Time 2

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
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Join Clicky on a new, enchanted adventure in Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic! This charming 2D hidden object game is sure to delight with its playful tone, cozy vibes and endless fun. Search for all the hidden objects scattered around beautiful hand-drawn worlds, and unlock more as you go. Story Mode Set out on a journey through four magical eras, discovering all the items hidden within. Find objects to advance through the stages and explore the storyline of each era – who knows what secrets you’ll uncover next! Reality-Shift: Master the power of time with the brand-new Reality Shift feature, adding an extra dimension to your hidden object experience. Shift from Day to Night, Summer to Winter, … and explore maps in multiple states. But keep an eye out for those objects only present in one or the other! So what are you waiting for? Join us on this enchanted journey through time. Your adventures are just a Click(y) away!

About

Looking for Aliens

Embark on a humorous hidden-object adventure from an extraterrestrial perspective. Explore vibrant, hand-drawn scenes filled with quirky items and lighthearted puzzles. Uncover the absurdities of Earth life through alien eyes and enjoy an engaging experience with hints and extras.

Highlights
  • Interactive animated scenes
  • Alien perspective humor
  • Beautiful hand-drawn artwork
  • Accessible intuitive controls
  • Hidden object hunting
  • Side quests and extras
Features
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Curious about how aliens view our world? Looking for Aliens takes you on an unforgettable journey where you uncover the strange, funny, and sometimes absurd truth about life on Earth—all through extraterrestrial eyes. Explore colorful scenes packed with surprises, humor, and easy puzzles in this hidden-object game. From secret alien outposts to bustling human cities, each level invites you to explore a world where nothing is quite as it seems. With over 25 hand-drawn locations and hundreds of quirky objects to find, the game’s colorful art style and creative settings will keep you hooked for hours. Explore each scene at your own pace, hunting for objects and uncovering hidden surprises. Need help? Use the built-in hints system to keep moving without losing the thrill of discovery. Key Features • Interactive Gameplay: Dive into richly animated scenes where every tap unveils a surprise or a fun detail. • Lighthearted Humor: Laugh along with clever insights into how aliens might interpret Earth’s oddities. • Beautiful Artwork: Lose yourself in bright, intricate visuals designed to captivate players of all ages. • Accessible Design: Whether you’re a beginner or a hidden-object pro, the game’s intuitive controls and flexible difficulty settings make it easy to enjoy. • Plenty of Extras: Beyond the main objectives, there are side quests and scattered surprises waiting to be discovered. Over 250 unique items to find in diverse locations. A mix of challenging puzzles and lighthearted gameplay. 25 hand-drawn locations Perfect for all kind of players Embark on a journey like no other, filled with laughs, surprises, and endless fun. Download Looking for Aliens now and discover why this quirky hidden-object game is out of this world! Looking for Aliens was developed by Yustas Game Studio.

Screenshots

Hidden Through Time 24 screens
Looking for Aliens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Looking for Aliens at 4.9 against Hidden Through Time 2's 3.9. Looking for Aliens also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 54%) and monetization model (ad-supported vs paid). Hidden Through Time 2's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Looking for Aliens holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Looking for Aliens has 131 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 93% of Looking for Aliens's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidden Through Time 2 ships an update every 3 months, Looking for Aliens daily. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Hidden Through Time 2 versus Looking for Aliens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHidden Through Time 2Looking for Aliens
Price$2.99$2.99
Rating3.9 (22 ratings)4.9 (131 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews92.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings22131 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
Best chart rank#83 — better#84
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size509 MB437 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRogueside NVPlug In Digital

Customer experience

Hidden Through Time 2

All ratings22 ratings
Positive68.2%
Neutral13.6%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral23.1%
Negative23.1%

Looking for Aliens

All ratings131 ratings
Positive98.5%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive92.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.4%

Bugs and requests

Hidden Through Time 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Looking for Aliens

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Glitch in levels 3 and 5 where tapping the correct object does not register
  • Incompatibility issues on older devices

Requested features

2 requests
  • Improve visibility of item list at the bottom
  • Add a dark mode option

In-app purchases

None

Hidden Through Time 2

No in-app purchases

None

Looking for Aliens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hidden Through Time 2 free?
Hidden Through Time 2 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Looking for Aliens free?
Looking for Aliens costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Hidden Through Time 2 or Looking for Aliens?
Looking for Aliens is rated higher. Hidden Through Time 2 averages 3.9 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while Looking for Aliens averages 4.9 from 131 ratings.
Do Hidden Through Time 2 or Looking for Aliens have ads?
Neither Hidden Through Time 2 nor Looking for Aliens shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hidden Through Time 2 or Looking for Aliens?
Hidden Through Time 2 ships an update every 3 months, and Looking for Aliens daily. Most recently, Hidden Through Time 2 was updated on September 10, 2026 and Looking for Aliens on September 21, 2026.
Which is more popular, Hidden Through Time 2 or Looking for Aliens?
Hidden Through Time 2 currently peaks at #83 in the App Store charts, and Looking for Aliens at #84. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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