Comparison

Something is strange vs AnomalyMuseum

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

Head to head
About

Something is strange

A horror mystery game where players find hidden abnormalities in illustrations to solve puzzles. It's designed for those who enjoy detective stories and want to test their observational and analytical skills in a creepy atmosphere.

Highlights
  • Find hidden abnormalities
  • Solve illustration puzzles
  • Sharpen observational skills
  • Experience creepy atmosphere
  • Simple tap controls
Features
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This is a horror mystery game where you solve puzzles by finding abnormalities hidden within an illustration. Let us uncover the horrors hidden behind everyday life, testing your insight. ▼ Recommended for those who: ・Enjoy the gloomy atmosphere of detective novels and mystery works. ・Want to easily enjoy a creepy world through simple operations. ・Wish to sharpen their observational and analytical skills. ・Are interested in the unusual combination of illustrations and puzzle solving. ・Want to experience deep fear in a short time. ▼ How to play the game: 1. Carefully observe the illustration. 2. Find the spot that feels abnormal and tap it. 3. If you answer correctly, you can challenge the next eerie illustration. This game is completely free and allows you to enjoy the thrill of horror. Come on, in the world of 'Who done it? Detective Game' find the abnormalities hidden in everyday life and unravel the creepy truth behind them. The slightest abnormalities you might not notice could be the key to uncovering the whole truth. Pay close attention and have the courage to solve the mysteries. In this world filled with fear and tension, let’s see how far your insight can take you. Download it now! Let's aim for a happy ending! EU / California users can opt-out under GDPR / CCPA. Please respond from the pop-up displayed when starting in the app or within the settings in the app.

About

AnomalyMuseum

Navigate a mysterious art museum filled with anomalies. Follow simple rules to identify changes and progress through looping areas. Escape the museum by reaching Area 9.

Highlights
  • Anomaly detection gameplay
  • Progress through museum areas
  • Simple left/right controls
  • Tap to zoom
  • Over 40 anomaly types
  • Automatic saving
  • Offline play
Features
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A popular Exit 8-like anomaly-seeking PC game is now available as a smartphone app! About This Game You arrive at an art museum and notice a peculiar sign. 'If an anomaly has occurred, return to the left. If not, proceed to the right. The exit is in Area 9.' Feeling uneasy, you aim for the exit but keep ending up back at the same place. Follow the sign's instructions and escape the looping, anomaly-filled mysterious museum. [Rules] - First, carefully observe and remember the normal state. - If you think an anomaly has occurred, return to the left end; if you think it hasn’t, proceed to the right end. - Anomalies can occur in various places. Pay close attention to statues, pots, paintings, and even walls. - You start from Area 0. If you are correct, you move to the next area; if you are wrong, you return to 0. - Determine whether an anomaly is present and aim for the exit in Area 9. [Features] - Simple and easy controls, with only left and right movement and screen tap for zooming, making it accessible even for those who struggle with 3D games! - Over 40 types of anomalies, ranging from high difficulty to horror elements to ones that will make you chuckle, appear randomly, allowing for repeated enjoyment. - Automatic saving for each area, making it easy to play in short bursts and pause at any time. - Playable offline, making it perfect for passing time while traveling or waiting. - Free to play with no in-app purchases. - Contains horror elements. Please be cautious if you are sensitive to such content. - Streaming and video sharing are welcome, as long as they remain within the bounds of common sense. - We would be delighted to receive your reviews, thoughts, and feedback. [Video Streaming Guidelines] - Streaming is allowed without permission, whether for individuals or organizations. - Monetization is permitted only using the functions provided by video - streaming sites. - Including the game’s name in the video or stream title and linking to the store page in the description would be appreciated.

Screenshots

Something is strange3 screens
AnomalyMuseum4 screens

Verdict

The call

Something is strange and AnomalyMuseum both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 84% of AnomalyMuseum's written reviews are positive against 30% of Something is strange's. Something is strange's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 14). On price, rating, 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Something is strange against 4.6 for AnomalyMuseum. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Something is strange has 1.1K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of Something is strange's written reviews are positive against 84% of AnomalyMuseum's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Something is strange ships an update every 5 weeks, AnomalyMuseum every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Something is strange versus AnomalyMuseum: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSomething is strangeAnomalyMuseum
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (1.1K ratings)4.6 (14 ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.5% of reviews84.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better14
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size354 MB182 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperinQ LLCYU HIRATA

Customer experience

Something is strange

All ratings1,045 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral5.0%
Negative6.8%
Written reviews223 reviews
Positive30.5%
Neutral12.6%
Negative57.0%

AnomalyMuseum

All ratings14 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews25 reviews
Positive84.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative8.0%

Bugs and requests

Something is strange

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Freezing and crashing on launch
  • Inconsistent loading times

Requested features

3 requests
  • More levels and content
  • Improved loading times
  • Reduced ads

AnomalyMuseum

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Something is strange

No in-app purchases

None

AnomalyMuseum

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Something is strange free?
Something is strange is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AnomalyMuseum free?
AnomalyMuseum is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Something is strange or AnomalyMuseum?
AnomalyMuseum is rated higher. Something is strange averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while AnomalyMuseum averages 4.6 from 14 ratings.
Do Something is strange or AnomalyMuseum have ads?
Both Something is strange and AnomalyMuseum show ads.
Which is updated more often, Something is strange or AnomalyMuseum?
Something is strange ships an update every 5 weeks, and AnomalyMuseum every 7 months. Most recently, Something is strange was updated on October 24, 2026 and AnomalyMuseum on October 22, 2026.

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