Time Gap・Hidden Object Mystery

Time Gap Hidden Object Mystery is an adventure game with a spectacular story and good mechanics, but is marred by annoying ads and bugs. The game offers an engaging experience as you explore the world, discover hidden mysteries, and solve puzzles in this fun puzzle-adventure game. The outstanding visuals add to the overall enjoyment of the game. However, players should be prepared for potential frustrations due to the aforementioned issues.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,863 reviews

graphics141 positive mentions

monetization21 negative mentions

The graphics are beautiful and engaging, enhancing the overall experience.
The game offers a variety of mini-games and challenges, keeping the gameplay fresh and interesting.
The developers are responsive to issues, providing good customer support.

The game can be confusing with unclear directions and objectives, making it hard to progress.
Energy consumption is high, leading to frequent waits for recharge or the need for in-app purchases.
There are frequent crashes and bugs that disrupt gameplay, causing frustration.

graphics
160 mentions
88 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their beauty, creativity, and detail. Players appreciate the vibrant visuals and how they enhance the overall gaming experience, making it enjoyable and engaging. While some mention minor issues like energy limitations, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The graphics are gorgeous!”
- “Amazing graphics, extremely interactive, different games, rewards, challenging and highly addictive!”
- “Brilliant fun, amazing graphics, all sorts of mini games that I have not experienced in any other games.”
- “In this game there is no story, graphics are cartoonish, constant hidden objects.”
- “I especially like the graphics, they're not too little.”
- “Very challenging and good graphics, not dull and redundant like some hide and seek games.”
story
90 mentions
42 % positive mentions
53 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its interesting plot and engaging characters, while others find it confusing or lacking depth. Many users enjoy the combination of hidden object gameplay with a storyline, but some express frustration over unclear objectives and repetitive quests that hinder story progression. Overall, while the graphics and gameplay are often praised, the narrative aspect could benefit from more clarity and development.
- “I love the storyline and I find myself playing this game nonstop.”
- “Awesome story and amazing graphics... recommend it to everyone... a game worth playing.”
- “Interesting plot in addition to the puzzles.”
- “I can't follow the story since my entire quest list is covered in repeating quests.”
- “The story cannot continue and my scores were reset to zero.”
- “However, the storyline is confusing.”
monetization
33 mentions
15 % positive mentions
21 % neutral mentions
64 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency of ads and the pressure of in-app purchases. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and note that the game isn't overloaded with ads, others find the interruptions excessive and detrimental to gameplay. Additionally, concerns about the high cost of in-app purchases and the lack of responsive customer support for refund requests have been highlighted.
- “It's the best game; no ads popped up, and it's the greatest game in the world.”
- “Love the details and that there's no ads.”
- “Not too many in-app purchases required so far.”
- “Too many ads and purchases to continue.”
- “It seemed like my ideal game that crosses genres, offering match 3, hidden object, bubble pop, etc.... but ads and constant demands for payment to unlock each level... should not be classified as free!”
- “I would prefer to pay for a game with no in-game purchases.”
stability
19 mentions
16 % positive mentions
5 % neutral mentions
79 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing and glitches that disrupt gameplay. While some players enjoy the game without significant issues, others experience persistent problems that lead to frustration, including crashes and loss of progress. Overall, stability remains a notable concern, impacting the overall enjoyment for a portion of the player base.
- “Interesting game, enjoying it, no glitches so far!”
- “Tons of levels... passes time... no glitches so far... happy”
- “Good story, lots of different elements and no glitches.”
- “Have enjoyed this game for some time now but have taken a star off because of a continuing problem in competition where my score freezes and stays the same for extended periods of time.”
- “I can never play for more than a few minutes before it freezes or closes.”
- “My game freezes all the time, and I lose everything I do.”
gameplay
13 mentions
54 % positive mentions
23 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its variety, fun elements, and engaging storyline, with many users enjoying the overall experience. However, some players find it confusing due to a lack of clear instructions and feel that certain monetization strategies hinder the gameplay, making it challenging for newcomers. While the graphics and initial gameplay are well-received, concerns about excessive costs for continuous play and unclear payment structures have been noted.
- “Great storyline and gameplay worth the download.”
- “Fun and has a great variety of gameplay.”
- “Lush colors, good initial gameplay, a lot going on.”
- “For continuous gameplay, you would have to pay hundreds of dollars, if not more - who is insane enough to do that?”
- “I don't know if this is a glitch, but if it is an intentional feature, then I find it unfair to add challenges that utterly impede gameplay just to force the user to buy a premium item (or level up four times to get enough crystals).”
- “It was certainly not clear to me whether it was virtual payment as part of gameplay or actual payment to continue the game!”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mix of challenging moments and lighthearted elements, featuring amusing ghosts, hidden items, and a playful tone that adds to the overall fun.
- “It can be hard at times, but it's funny!”
- “Funny!”
- “Ghosts, hidden items, and silly humor.”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, indicating that it can become a monotonous and repetitive experience.
- “The grinding in this game feels incredibly tedious and repetitive.”
- “I found the grinding mechanics to be a major drag, making the gameplay feel like a chore.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
optimization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly and offering a variety of engaging activities within the hidden objects genre. Players appreciate the seamless experience, although some express a desire for more energy to continue playing without interruptions.
- “Great game, has different games within the hidden objects game, runs smoothly and offers plenty to do. If I didn't run out of energy, I wouldn't put it down.”
music
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users indicate that after downloading the game, they find themselves rarely listening to music or accessing the internet, suggesting that the game's music may be engaging enough to hold their attention.
- “After downloading it, I rarely listen to music and access the internet.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to enjoy.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable.”