Comparison

Hidden Objects vs Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object

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

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About

Hidden Objects

Immerse yourself in a chilling hidden object adventure set in a sinister city. Explore eerie locations, find hidden items, and solve intricate puzzles to unravel a terrifying legend before a looming festival seals your fate.

Highlights
  • Hidden object gameplay
  • Unravel city secrets
  • Mystical riddles and puzzles
  • Story of dread and suspense
  • Multiple endings
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City Legends: The Witness in the Rye – a terrifying harvest awaits! It’s harvest time, but something sinister lurks in the fields… Immerse yourself in the thrilling hidden object games, where every shadow hides a clue, and every secret could be your last. Explore the sunless city, find hidden objects, and unravel a chilling narrative woven with object finding games. As the unsolved mysteries games unfold, your choices will determine your fate. Will you uncover the truth behind the mystical riddles, or will the land claim you as its own? The autumn breeze brings you to the sunless city of Darkwood, where you intend to find some inspiration and finish your new horror book in peace. You hear many tourists have come to these parts, fascinated by talk of the miraculous properties of local crops, although few people hear of their return afterward... Nevertheless, the gray of the sky and the red rye fields are bewitching! One can say, they have become something of a muse for the not-so-hospitable locals. So beware. The harvest festival is approaching and I'm afraid by that time you won't be able to leave the city. · Hidden Object Gameplay! Search through eerie locations and find hidden objects that will help you uncover the truth behind Darkwood’s terrifying legend. Explore haunted mansions, abandoned barns, solve crimes and mysteries in our thrilling hidden object games! · Unravel Darkwood’s Secrets! Discover spine-chilling legends and experience the horrors of this town firsthand. Solve unsolved mysteries games by piecing together cryptic notes, speaking with residents, and finding disturbing evidence hidden in the shadows. Can you escape before the Harvest Festival seals your fate? · Mystical Riddles & Puzzles! Test your detective skills with a variety of intricate puzzles and mystical riddles that hold the key to the town’s dark past. From deciphering coded messages to unlocking cursed chests, every challenge will bring you one step closer to solving Darkwood’s most sinister unsolved mysteries games! · A Story of Dread and Suspense! Your decisions define your journey in this heart-pounding object finding games adventure. The deeper you dig, the more horrifying secrets you’ll uncover. With multiple endings and spine-tingling twists, only the bravest will survive this hidden object games nightmare! Dare to step into the haunted town of Darkwood? Download the free trial of the "City Legends: The Witness in the Rye" and test your courage! ----- Questions? Email us at support@dominigames.com Find other games on our official website: https://dominigames.com/ Become our fan on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dominigames Check out our Instagram and stay tuned: https://www.instagram.com/dominigames

About

Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object

Uncover a ghostly mystery on a luxurious yacht by finding hidden objects and solving puzzles. Investigate a disappearance, pacify a vengeful spirit, and reveal dark family secrets in this detective adventure.

Highlights
  • Hidden object scenes
  • Engaging puzzles and mini-games
  • Mysterious plot with plot twists
  • Explore ship and pier locations
  • Bonus chapter and collector's edition content
  • Zoom and clue features
Features
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Will you be able to uncover the mystery of a ghost on a ship? Play a new hidden object game, solve unique puzzles and scary mysteries! ________________________________________________________________________ Will you manage to uncover the mystery of A Haunting Novel 2: Surfaced Secrets? Immerse yourself in the detective hidden object game, solve puzzles, explore unusual locations and find out what secrets the luxurious yacht hides. Note that this is a free trial version of the search items game! You can get the full walkthrough by means of an in-app purchase. Five years ago a girl named Lila disappeared from a party on a luxurious yacht. And now, the owners of that yacht start seeing her ghost who seeks revenge and implies that a member of that family actually killed her. Find out the truth in this detective hidden object game! EXPLORE THE SHIP AND ITS SURROUNDINGS TO UNCOVER THE TRUTH Your son and his wife go missing on a ship voyage - will you be able to find them and pacify the vengeful ghost? An exciting plot that will be enjoyed by fans of haunted hotel games and mystery detective games. FIND OUT HOW LILA DISAPPEARED FROM THE SHIP Find missing items, artifacts, and clues! Solve engaging puzzles and complete fun mini-games to find out why someone wanted to get rid of her. LEARN IF YOU MANAGE TO FIND THE MURDERER AND MAKE IT OUT ALIVE Complete engaging HO scenes and feel the thrill caused by the unexpected plot twists. FIND OUT WHAT SECRETS ARE HIDDEN ON THE PIER IN THE BONUS CHAPTER! Play as Pier Guardian and enjoy the bonuses of Collector’s Edition! Get lots of unique achievements! Tons of collectibles and puzzles to find! A Haunting Novel 2: Surfaced Secrets is a mystical detective game in which you have to search and find all the hidden objects like a detective. Go on an adventure and find out who the ghost on the yacht wants revenge on. Uncover the mysteries and learn all the secrets of this mystical adventure! Enjoy replayable HOPs and mini-games, exclusive wallpapers, soundtrack, concept art, and more! Zoom in on the scenes to help find the hidden objects, and use clues if you get stuck. Discover more from Elephant Games! Elephant Games is a developer of hidden object games and mystery detective games. Check out our game library at: http://elephant-games.com/games/ Join us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elephant_games/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elephantgames Follow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@elephant_games Privacy Policy: https://elephant-games.com/privacy/ Terms and Conditions:https://elephant-games.com/terms/

Screenshots

Hidden Objects4 screens
Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object4 screens

Verdict

The call

Hidden Objects and Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 80% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 40% of Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object's. Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Hidden Objects sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Hidden Objects against 4.7 for Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 105 and 124 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Hidden Objects's written reviews are positive against 40% of Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hidden Objects ships an update every 4 months, Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Hidden Objects versus Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHidden ObjectsHaunting Novel 2:Hidden Object
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (105 ratings)4.7 (124 ratings) — better
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better40.0% of reviews
Number of ratings105124 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1.0 GB1.1 GB
Age rating12++9
DeveloperDO GAMES LIMITEDElephant Games AR LLC

Customer experience

Hidden Objects

All ratings81 ratings
Positive92.6%
Neutral2.5%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative0.0%

Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object

All ratings123 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative1.6%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Hidden Objects

One-time5
  • Update to deluxe$0.99
  • Full Game Unlock 30% Discount$5.99
  • Full Game Unlock$7.99
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  • Unlock$8.99
  • Buy deluxe$9.99
1 purchases

Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object

One-time1
  • Full Content$6.99

Questions

Is Hidden Objects free?
Hidden Objects is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object free?
Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hidden Objects or Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object?
Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object is rated higher. Hidden Objects averages 4.7 out of 5 from 105 ratings, while Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object averages 4.7 from 124 ratings.
Do Hidden Objects or Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object have ads?
Hidden Objects shows ads; Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object does not.
Which is updated more often, Hidden Objects or Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object?
Hidden Objects ships an update every 4 months, and Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object fortnightly. Most recently, Hidden Objects was updated on October 24, 2026 and Haunting Novel 2:Hidden Object on October 24, 2026.

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