# Shadowmatic vs Hidden Through Time 2

The clearest difference is rating: Shadowmatic at 4.8 against Hidden Through Time 2's 3.9. Shadowmatic also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 54%) and ratings volume (2.1K vs 22). Hidden Through Time 2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and price ($2.99 vs $3.99). On update cadence, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Shadowmatic costs $3.99 and Hidden Through Time 2 $2.99 up front. Shadowmatic sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Hidden Through Time 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Shadowmatic holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shadowmatic has 2.1K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Shadowmatic's written reviews are positive against 54% of Hidden Through Time 2's.

Shadowmatic ships an update every 2 months, Hidden Through Time 2 every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shadowmatic | Hidden Through Time 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **$2.99** |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowmatic/id775888026/reviews)** | [3.9 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hidden-through-time-2-magic/id6453763474/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.1K** | 22 |
| Positive reviews | **85.8% of reviews** | 53.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#57** | #123 |
| Size | 388 MB | 509 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TRIADA Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/775888029) | [Rogueside NV](https://appshunter.io/developer/413995298) |

## What reviewers say

### Shadowmatic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadowmatic/id775888026)

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Paid · Family, #121 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

Rotate abstract objects in a spotlight to cast recognizable silhouettes. Explore unique environments with captivating music and stunning visuals. Discover unexpected shapes and solve mind-bending puzzles.

**Highlights:** Rotate abstract objects, Create recognizable silhouettes, Stunning visuals, Relaxing gameplay, Unique thematic environments, Assistant button for hints

**Features:** iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack of 20 Hint-Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| "Other Worlds" chapter | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 50 Hint-Points | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 150 Hint-Points | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 500 Hint-Points | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique and creative gameplay
- 👍 Relaxing and calming experience
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and visuals
- 🧠 Challenging puzzles that exercise the mind
- 🎶 Soothing background music

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Precision issues with controls, especially for complex puzzles
- 🤔 Unclear objectives at times, making it difficult to understand what the desired solution is
- ⏱️ Frustration when getting stuck on a puzzle for a long time
- 👀 Difficult for left-handed players due to the positioning of the controls

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on certain devices, especially newer iPad models
- Progress not saving properly, causing players to lose progress

**Requested features**

- More levels and new puzzle types to keep the game fresh
- Ability to save progress and resume puzzles
- Option to mirror the game screen for left-handed players
- Hints that provide more useful guidance, not just the final solution


### Hidden Through Time 2

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

**Currently charting:** #123 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shadowmatic free?

Shadowmatic costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Hidden Through Time 2 free?

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

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

Shadowmatic is rated higher. Shadowmatic averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.1K ratings, while Hidden Through Time 2 averages 3.9 from 22 ratings.

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

Neither Shadowmatic nor Hidden Through Time 2 shows ads.

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

Shadowmatic ships an update every 2 months, and Hidden Through Time 2 every 3 months. Most recently, Shadowmatic was updated on October 15, 2026 and Hidden Through Time 2 on October 13, 2026.

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

Shadowmatic currently peaks at #57 in the App Store charts, and Hidden Through Time 2 at #123. 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.*