Comparison

Time Gap vs Runes

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

Head to head
About

Time Gap

Embark on a global adventure searching for hidden objects and solving puzzles. This offline game combines education and entertainment with a captivating story across five continents. Play optional mini-games, compete with friends, and earn rewards.

Highlights
  • Global hidden object quests
  • Solve puzzles and mysteries
  • Play optional mini-games (Match-3, Bubble Shooter)
  • Compete with friends and family
  • Earn coins and energy without real money
  • Weekly tournaments and seasonal events
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Time Gap is among few Hidden Object games offline which takes you on adventure around the globe. Enjoy game updates as you search for hidden items and solve puzzles. Travel the world in a puzzle quest! If you prefer Hidden Object story games, set off on an adventure full of ancient mysteries. Collect hidden relics and lost artifacts in a casual game which combines education and entertainment. Journey across five continents in a puzzle-adventure game, and discover a fantastic story. Find hidden objects & play matching games! The Hidden Object Adventure game features vivid Hidden Object levels and a collection of puzzle games. Take a break from finding items to play Bubble Shooter and Match-3 games. Win coins and crystals in a blocks puzzle. The skill-puzzle games are optional, but they enrich your playing experience. Play with friends and family! Whether you play matching games or Hidden Object levels, you lose energy. Invite friends to receive it as a gift, and share collectibles. Progress quicker and take part in weekly game tournaments for generous rewards. Join thousands of casual players on this epic Hidden Object journey! Enjoy the adventure game! The puzzle-adventure game provides numerous options to earn coins and energy without spending real money. So you can literally play for months. Collect your daily bonus, complete hidden object quests and take part in seasonal events. Enjoy updates with new Hidden Object levels and puzzle games. ► Discover more great games from Absolutist, including: ◊ WTF Detective ◊ Hidden Numbers: Twisted Worlds ◊ Hidden Objects: Twilight Town ◊ Crime City Detective: Hidden Object ◊ Boxie: Hidden Object Puzzle ◊ Bubble Shooter: Classic Arcade Game ◊ Kingdom of Aurelia: Mystery of Poisoned Dagger ◊ Witch's Pranks: Frog's Fortune Adventure ◊ Taken Souls: Blood Ritual ◊ The Renaissance of Evil ◊ Mysteries and Nightmares - Morgiana Become our fan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimeGapCommunity/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/absolutistgame Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/absolutistgames/ Visit our site: https://absolutist.com

About

Runes

Uncover the secrets of a mysterious town by searching intricately illustrated scenes for hidden objects and solving puzzles. Follow a detective through a captivating storyline with unique challenges and unlock magical artifacts as you progress. Play at your own pace with optional hints.

Highlights
  • Search hand-painted scenes for hidden objects
  • Spot subtle differences
  • Solve puzzles and brain teasers
  • Follow a twisting storyline
  • Collect magical artifacts
  • Play at your own pace with hints
Features
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Something strange is happening in Enchanted Crossroads. Doors that weren't there yesterday. Whispers in empty rooms. A rune etched into a mirror that no one remembers hanging. When Detective Greystone calls for your help, it becomes clear — this charming little town is hiding more than it shows. Search hand-painted scenes for hidden objects, spot subtle differences, and solve puzzles that guard the town's oldest secrets. Each clue you find pulls you deeper into a mystery woven through 15+ beautifully illustrated chapters. But the closer you look, the more questions arise. Who — or what — is watching from the crossroads? WHAT AWAITS YOU A Mystery Worth Solving Follow Detective Greystone through a twisting storyline filled with enchanted characters, buried secrets, and revelations you won't see coming. A World Rich in Detail Wander through 15+ stunning hand-crafted scenes — from moonlit gardens to forgotten libraries — each hiding objects, differences, and surprises. Puzzles That Reward Curiosity Hidden object searches, spot-the-difference challenges, and clever brain teasers — 4+ unique puzzle types keep every chapter fresh. Your Collection Grows Complete quests to unlock rare magical artifacts and build a personal trove of enchanted items. Play at Your Own Pace No timers. No pressure. Helpful hints are always within reach whenever you need a gentle nudge. Optional in-app purchases are available, but you can complete the full story without spending anything. The crossroads are calling. Will you answer?

Screenshots

Time Gap4 screens
Runes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Runes at 4.5 against Time Gap's 4.3. On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Time Gap sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Runes sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Runes holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.2K and 577 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Time Gap's written reviews are positive against 83% of Runes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Time Gap ships an update every 2 months, Runes every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Time Gap versus Runes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTime GapRunes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.2K ratings)4.5 (577 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.7% of reviews83.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.2K — better577
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size267 MB186 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAbsolutist LtdCrisp App Studio

Customer experience

Time Gap

All ratings1,247 ratings
Positive85.4%
Neutral11.5%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews305 reviews
Positive77.7%
Neutral11.1%
Negative11.1%

Runes

All ratings577 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral7.6%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews42 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral7.1%
Negative9.5%

User reviews

Time Gap

From 1.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🌟 Engaging and fun gameplay
  • 🗺️ Interesting historical exploration
  • 👍 Variety of mini-games and challenges
  • ⭐ Enjoyable overall experience

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Difficulty finding hidden objects
  • 🔋 High energy consumption
  • 💰 Excessive advertisements and in-app purchases
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches

Runes

From 577 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Great graphics
  • 🧠 Exercises the brain
  • 🤩 Fun to play
  • 🧘‍♀️ Relaxing gameplay
  • 🔍 Interesting hidden object puzzles

Room to improve

  • 💰 Energy/ads require purchases
  • 🕰️ Too many interruptions
  • 🌃 Dark and blurry scenes
  • 🤔 Unclear progression/navigation

Bugs and requests

Time Gap

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Invisible objects in certain locations
  • Voting screen not closing properly
  • Freezing and crashing on older devices
  • Inconsistent progress and rewards

Requested features

4 requests
  • Reduce energy requirements for gameplay
  • Improve object detection and responsiveness
  • Provide more free content and reduce monetization
  • Fix technical issues and improve stability

Runes

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Energy recharge issues
  • Purchase rejections

Requested features

2 requests
  • Restart option
  • Clearer level progression

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Time Gap

One-time10
  • Gold 10000$2.99
  • 30 Crystals$2.99
  • 10000 Gold$3.99
Show 7 more
  • 30 Crystals$3.99
  • Energy Boosters$3.99
  • Crystals 75 and 4 Bonuses$7.99
  • 75 Crystals and 10 bonus$9.99
  • 112 Crystals and 18 bonus$14.99
  • 150 Crystals and 30 Bonus$19.99
  • Platinum Card New$29.99
7 purchases

Runes

One-time7
  • Instant Hint$0.99
  • Handful of Gems$0.99
  • Bag with Gems$1.99
Show 4 more
  • Infinity Energy + No Ads$2.99
  • Сhest with Gems$2.99
  • Master Pack Special$3.99
  • Master Pack: All-included$7.99

Questions

Is Time Gap free?
Time Gap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Runes free?
Runes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Time Gap or Runes?
Runes is rated higher. Time Gap averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while Runes averages 4.5 from 577 ratings.
Do Time Gap or Runes have ads?
Both Time Gap and Runes show ads.
Which is updated more often, Time Gap or Runes?
Time Gap ships an update every 2 months, and Runes every 6 weeks. Most recently, Time Gap was updated on October 9, 2026 and Runes on October 14, 2026.

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