Seekers Notes: Hidden Objects

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Seekers Notes: Hidden Objects is an Adventure game with an intriguing story, perfect gameplay, and fantastic visuals. It features good music, lots of grinding, and a dense atmosphere, but is also full of bugs and has too many ads. In this game, you explore an enchanted city full of hidden secrets and mysteries.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

story466 positive mentions

monetization680 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and engaging storyline that keeps players hooked.
Variety of puzzles and mini-games that prevent monotony and keep gameplay interesting.
Responsive customer support that assists players with issues promptly.

Excessive pop-up ads and offers that interrupt gameplay and frustrate players.
Recent updates have introduced bugs and glitches, causing crashes and loss of progress.
Increased difficulty in certain puzzles and reliance on in-app purchases to progress.

story
935 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's storyline is generally well-received, with many players finding it engaging and imaginative, complemented by interesting characters and beautiful graphics. However, some users express frustration with the complexity and pacing of the story, feeling overwhelmed by the number of quests and the need to frequently replay levels to progress. While the narrative adds depth to the gameplay, it can sometimes feel convoluted or secondary to the puzzle-solving aspects, leading to mixed feelings about its overall impact on the gaming experience.
- “The storyline is interesting and the games are generally just the right level of complexity to exercise my brain and not leave me frustrated because I couldn't solve one.”
- “The storyline is great, the graphics are awesome, could be a little brighter in areas, but they are still easily seen.”
- “The storyline is fun and the puzzles are very challenging, and it's always entertaining.”
- “The story meanders to the point of absurdity, but is really not the point.”
- “The storyline is scattered.”
- “The story is already long and drawn out but to make matters worse, sometimes you have to repeatedly do the same levels over and over to find your items and advance, depleting your resources in the process.”
graphics
912 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
77%
22%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty, detail, and artistic style, with many users highlighting the stunning visuals and immersive environments. However, some players express disappointment over recent updates that have altered the graphics to a more cartoonish style, detracting from the original aesthetic appeal. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered a strong point of the game, there are mixed feelings about changes made in updates and the impact of ads on the visual experience.
- “The graphics and details are very realistic.”
- “The graphics are stunning and the levels varied and interesting, with a wide range of things to do and many locations to explore as well as mini games/quests.”
- “The graphics are absolutely beautiful!”
- “The graphics now look like a child did them.”
- “The graphics are terrible, the map has become childish and hard to read.”
- “The gorgeous steampunk, Victorian art was changed to cheap-looking cartoonish graphics.”
monetization
788 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads and aggressive in-app purchase prompts. Many users report that the frequency and length of ads disrupt gameplay, often requiring them to close the app to escape unresponsive ads. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the overall sentiment indicates that the monetization strategy detracts significantly from the gaming experience, leading to calls for a more balanced approach or a paid version without ads.
- “In-app purchases are extremely reasonably priced, so you won't go broke, but they are not necessary for wins.”
- “Great graphics and storyline, and it doesn't require tons of purchases to play like some similar apps that take a lot of in-app purchases to enjoy.”
- “Although there are in-game purchase opportunities, they aren't necessary to play and advance in this game.”
- “It really ruins the game; every few seconds you're getting bombarded with ads to purchase items in the game.”
- “While I understand the need to make some profit, the excessive push of forced ads is ridiculous.”
- “The adverts are now making this game absolutely unplayable and unenjoyable as I'm having to close the app after every game played as the only way to get rid of the ads is to install what we don't want or to close it altogether.”
stability
185 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
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The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches and freezing issues, particularly after updates. While some players note improvements and quick fixes from developers, many express frustration over lost progress and constant interruptions during gameplay. Overall, the game is enjoyable but marred by ongoing technical problems that detract from the experience.
- “I have now joined a guild which gives you even more challenges with your team, very good graphics, no glitches that I have found up to now.”
- “I've had no problems earning rewards, no glitches, no problem moving anything around, even in night mode, it moves just fine.”
- “Lovely game, good graphics and no glitches so far.”
- “I have been playing this game for a couple of years, it freezes up a lot. It got to where it froze and would not start. After over a month, I tried it again, and what do you know, it worked. It has worked for the last week, but last night it froze, shut down, and when I started it back, it had gone from level 236 to level 1. To say I am ticked is an understatement.”
- “Unfortunately, it now has so many glitches it crashes all the time.”
- “The constant shut downs and freezes, that is if the game even opens, has gotten to the point of not being worth the time.”
gameplay
108 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
61%
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Gameplay in this game is generally praised for its variety and engaging mechanics, offering a mix of puzzles and mini-games that keep players entertained. However, many users express frustration with the frequent interruptions from ads and in-app purchase prompts, which can detract from the overall experience. While the game is enjoyable and visually appealing, it often requires spending money to progress effectively, leading to mixed feelings about its accessibility and balance.
- “Advertisements do not interrupt gameplay and most of them are optional viewing, which is exceptional for a free mobile game.”
- “The sheer variety of gameplay, quality of graphics/music, and outstanding customer service makes this game an absolute must-have for any lover of hidden object games - it is amazing!!!”
- “Gameplay is smooth on my Samsung, the storyline is captivating, and I love the different challenges.”
- “Gameplay is a lot like any other seek-and-find game, but the concept of the curse makes it more engaging than any other I've ever played.”
- “After 3 days of gameplay, timers are insufficient and I am feeling too rushed, which reduces the fun immensely.”
- “Too many popups for purchases interrupt gameplay.”
music
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
41%
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Overall, the music in the game receives mixed reviews from players. Many appreciate its beauty and relaxing qualities, noting that it enhances the game's atmosphere and complements the graphics well. However, there is significant disappointment regarding recent changes to the music, with numerous players expressing a desire for the return of the original soundtrack, as they feel the updates have detracted from the game's charm.
- “I love the music, and it's a relaxing escape.”
- “The graphics, music, and atmosphere of this game are both gorgeous and enticing.”
- “A wonderful game with tasteful music that really submerges you into the aesthetic.”
- “Love the game, but hate that you changed the music in the train station. The beautiful music is one reason I love this game so much.”
- “Wish you would bring back all the original music.”
- “The sound and music of the game is gone!”
atmosphere
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning visuals, intricate designs, and immersive soundscapes, creating a unique and engaging experience. Many players appreciate the detailed environments and thematic aesthetics, particularly in steampunk and vintage styles, which enhance the overall enjoyment. However, some users express disappointment with certain aspects that detract from the atmosphere, such as gameplay mechanics that disrupt immersion.
- “The puzzles, the locations, the atmosphere, and the quality of the image are just perfect.”
- “It had a gorgeous, intricate steampunk aesthetic and realistic, challenging, and atmospheric locations.”
- “The graphics, music, and atmosphere of this game are both gorgeous and enticing.”
- “The level of detail and atmosphere is what sets the game apart; this is completely contradicting it.”
- “Atmosphere is ruined, thank you very much :(”
humor
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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20%
The humor in the game is described as a mix of unintentional comedy stemming from technical issues, such as ads and connectivity problems, and intentional wit found in the game's writing and character interactions. Players appreciate the quirky and sometimes absurd aspects of the gameplay, while also expressing frustration over monetization practices that they find amusingly excessive. Overall, the humor adds a light-hearted touch to the gaming experience, despite some negative elements.
- “Great game but the ads are beyond funny now.”
- “(and the prices are absolutely hilarious, like $99 for some gems, hahaha jesus!)”
- “I love the game; its mood is very quaint and there's sort of an intelligent sense of humor going on here. I think it was well-written and I enjoy it!”
- “I know these games are meant to be fun and entertaining, but the real money we spend is not funny.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced, making it more cringeworthy than enjoyable.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and the comedic timing is off.”
grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often citing the excessive number of ads and constant prompts for special offers as major distractions. While some appreciate the variety of mini-games that help alleviate monotony, many feel that the overall experience becomes frustrating due to the mindless clicking and repetitive instructions. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment, making the game feel unplayable for some.
- “Not fun, just tedious.”
- “This game has become tedious to win and advance.”
- “After years of play, I will unfortunately need to abandon all progress as the mindless clicking is tedious and boring to the point that the game is unplayable.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
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Overall, players have mixed feelings about the game's optimization. While many appreciate its smooth performance and engaging content, some express frustration with specific issues like dark areas making it hard to find items, inadequate time limits for tasks, and compatibility problems on certain devices. Users are calling for better optimization to ensure a consistent experience across all platforms.
- “The game is a treat to play; it runs smoothly, and the artwork and storyline are interesting to say the least.”
- “Everything runs smoothly in this beautiful and fun mystery-seeking game.”
- “Fun game, lots of levels, good performance.”
- “Even worse, now it's not optimized for my device.”
- “Please make sure the app is optimized for my Verizon 8.5 tablet so I can play the rest of my game on both her laptop and my tablet, as I almost cannot install it on my tablet without getting 'data charge' threats ASAP.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is described as deeply disappointing and frustrating, with players expressing feelings of heartbreak and boredom due to a tedious storyline and challenging gameplay mechanics. Many find the experience unfulfilling, suggesting it may only appeal to those with a lower threshold for emotional engagement.
- “This is heartbreaking!”
- “It is heart-breaking💔💔💔💔💔”
- “The storyline felt long and boring, lacking the emotional depth I was hoping for.”
- “I found the emotional moments to be unconvincing and poorly executed.”
- “The game failed to engage me on an emotional level, leaving me feeling disconnected from the characters.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the replayability of the game due to the dynamic movement of objects, which keeps each area feeling fresh. Additionally, the ability to fully engage with most special event scenes enhances the overall replay value.
- “The objects move around, so the replayability of each area remains quite engaging.”
- “Most special event scenes are playable to their conclusion.”
- “The objects move around, so the replayability of each area is kept pretty reasonable.”
- “Most special event scenes are playable to the conclusion.”