Time Guardians: Hidden Mystery

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Time Guardians: Hidden Mystery is an adventure game set in the Victorian Era of London. With an interesting plot that takes players on an epic hidden object adventure, the game boasts fabulous graphics. However, the experience is disturbed by ads. Embark on a journey to unravel the mysterious events unfolding in London.

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Play Modes

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

Time Guardians: Hidden Mystery screenshot

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,256 reviews

story39 positive mentions

monetization35 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and an engaging storyline that keeps players interested.
There is a good variety of puzzles and mini-games, making the gameplay enjoyable and not repetitive.
The energy regeneration rate is decent, allowing players to engage with the game without excessive waiting times.

The game suffers from numerous glitches and bugs, including crashes and loss of progress, which frustrate players.
Energy consumption is high, leading to frequent interruptions in gameplay and a reliance on in-app purchases.
The presence of excessive ads disrupts the gaming experience, often appearing after every level or action.

story
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
38%
4%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it engaging and well-structured, while others criticize it for being bland or lacking depth. Many appreciate the integration of the story with gameplay elements like puzzles and hidden objects, though technical issues and glitches have hindered progress for some. Overall, the graphics and unique settings are frequently praised, contributing to a generally positive reception of the story aspect.
- “The storyline is fascinating so far and the graphics are awesome.”
- “It's beautifully drawn with a compelling story, and a fabulous nerdy streak.”
- “Challenging the further you progress, and the storyline is captivating; I don't lose interest at all.”
- “This game has no storyline and is very lacking.”
- “There is not much of a story, so the game doesn't do justice for me.”
- “Story is pretty bland.”
graphics
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
25%
6%
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their beauty and detail, with many users highlighting the captivating scenery and fun aesthetics. However, some players have noted issues such as poor contrast, dim lighting in certain areas, and glitches that hinder gameplay, making it difficult to find hidden objects. Overall, while the graphics are a strong point, there are calls for improvements to enhance visibility and responsiveness, especially for players with visual impairments.
- “The storyline is fascinating so far and the graphics are awesome.”
- “Amazing graphics and the storyline is very captivating.”
- “Good graphics with amazing scenery.”
- “This game would be awesome if it wasn't experiencing such a horrible graphic glitch for so long that is obstructing successful gameplay and if customer support were more responsive to inquiries regarding fixing said glitch.”
- “I enjoy most of the rooms but some, like Paddington Station, are very dim and the graphics too sketchy.”
- “The graphics are pretty but the lack of contrast makes it very hard to see hidden items.”
monetization
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
95%
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads that disrupt gameplay, often requiring them to watch lengthy advertisements after short play sessions. While some appreciate the option to earn energy through gameplay, others are disappointed by the lack of ad-free options even after making purchases. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the nature of the ads, with some being deemed inappropriate for younger audiences.
- “I would love to give this game more stars as I find it relatively generous compared to other games with a high dependency on in-app purchases.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel overly aggressive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers plenty of opportunities to earn rewards without having to spend real money.”
- “I'm not going to find out because they've turned it into advertisements.”
- “You watch more ads than you do playing; you may play for a couple of minutes and watch a 30-second ad.”
- “I was enjoying this game, but after updating it, the ads pop-ups are just so disruptive.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
20%
70%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting persistent glitches, server problems, and unresponsive support. While some players have experienced no issues, the overall consensus highlights that the game's bugs severely hinder the gameplay experience.
- “Nothing wrong so far, you never know though, no glitches, fast storyline (if you click through it) & not terribly difficult 😁”
- “This would be a fun game, but there are too many glitches.”
- “In-game items don't work as they should; constant glitches and server problems; support refuses to respond to multiple reports.”
- “Game is too buggy to play properly.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is generally well-received, praised for its enjoyable blend of puzzles, hidden objects, and narrative elements. However, some users express frustration over a lack of support for various issues, including in-app purchases, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I love the gameplay; it's a nice mixture of puzzle, hidden object, and story.”
- “So far, I am enjoying both the gameplay and the story.”
- “But the gameplay is very nice.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
Overall, the music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some users praise it as incredible and enjoyable, others criticize the lack of a substantial soundtrack. There are suggestions for improvement, particularly in creating a more engaging soundtrack for future puzzle games.
- “I suggest that you create another puzzle game, this time with a good storyline and an amazing soundtrack.”
- “Music and graphics are incredible.”
- “I like the objects, the characters, the landscaping, the magic, and the music.”
- “The game is good, but the things I don't like in this game are visiting the same locations over and over, bad controls, and almost no soundtrack.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users reported experiencing frustration due to server issues that hindered their ability to interact with objects, leading to a diminished emotional connection with the game. The technical difficulties detracted from the overall immersive experience, impacting players' emotional engagement.