# The Paranormal Society vs Captain Nemo

The clearest difference is update cadence: The Paranormal Society at every 4 weeks against Captain Nemo's every 22 months. The Paranormal Society also leads on ratings volume (11K vs 3.7K) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.4). Captain Nemo's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and review sentiment (87% vs 76%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Paranormal Society sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Captain Nemo sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Captain Nemo holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 3.7K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of The Paranormal Society's written reviews are positive against 87% of Captain Nemo's.

The Paranormal Society ships an update every 4 weeks, Captain Nemo every 22 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Paranormal Society | Captain Nemo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-paranormal-society/id990652974/reviews) | **[4.6 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captain-nemo-hidden-objects/id1181128688/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 3.7K |
| Positive reviews | 75.6% of reviews | **86.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 22 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 101 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [G5 Entertainment AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/305426797) | [Crisp App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143551614) |

## What reviewers say

### The Paranormal Society

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-paranormal-society/id990652974)

Embark on a hidden object adventure in Victorian London, where you join a secret society to banish phantoms. Explore manors, solve puzzles, and find hidden items to uncover the truth behind a spectral invasion.

**Highlights:** Find and use hidden objects, Solve enigmatic puzzles, Explore stunning manors, Banish evil spirits, Complete engaging quests, Assemble collections

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Superior Deal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Handful of Rubies | $1.99 | one-time |
| Array of Rubies | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Deal | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mound of Rubies | $9.99 | one-time |
| Hyper Deal | $9.99 | one-time |
| Salver of Rubies | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Deal | $19.99 | one-time |
| Jewel-box of Rubies | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 👍 Interesting story
- 👍 Gorgeous graphics
- 👍 Challenging gameplay
- 👍 Addictive and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and crashes
- ⏱️ Insufficient time to complete levels
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 🕵️ Difficult to find hidden objects

**Reported bugs**

- Unavailable seasonal specters
- Missing objects in certain levels
- Game freezing and locking up

**Requested features**

- More frequent updates with new content
- Ability to restore progress after device change
- Option to bypass Mystic Runes mini-games
- Improved visibility and contrast for hidden objects
- Increased energy replenishment rate


### Captain Nemo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/captain-nemo-hidden-objects/id1181128688)

Embark on a hidden object adventure inspired by "20,000 Leagues under the Sea." Explore vibrant underwater scenes and character interiors as you uncover the mystery of Captain Nemo and his Nautilus. Replay scenes to discover new quests and rewards.

**Highlights:** Hidden object gameplay, Based on "20,000 Leagues under the Sea", Explore underwater views and islands, Complex and diverse locations, 360-degree panoramas and 3D views, Collect rewards and replay quests

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Instant Hint | $0.99 | one-time |
| Time Machine | $0.99 | one-time |
| Preview Hints Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack Special | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hidden Objects : All-included | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and challenging
- 👍 Relaxing gameplay
- 🎨 Great graphics
- 💡 Interesting story
- 👍 No time limits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Some objects hard to see
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🔍 Terminology can be obscure

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes on some devices
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads
- Ability to adjust brightness/contrast
- More variety in scenes and puzzles


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Paranormal Society free?

The Paranormal Society is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Captain Nemo free?

Captain Nemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Paranormal Society or Captain Nemo?

Captain Nemo is rated higher. The Paranormal Society averages 4.3 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Captain Nemo averages 4.6 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do The Paranormal Society or Captain Nemo have ads?

Both The Paranormal Society and Captain Nemo show ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Paranormal Society or Captain Nemo?

The Paranormal Society ships an update every 4 weeks, and Captain Nemo every 22 months. Most recently, The Paranormal Society was updated on November 6, 2026 and Captain Nemo on November 6, 2026.

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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.*