Item: Hidden Through Time 2: Magic
Rating: 93
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

93/100

Hidden Through Time 2: Magic takes everything that made the first game a delight and sprinkles a healthy dose of wizardry on top. This is the ultimate 'Where's Waldo?' experience for the modern era, featuring beautifully animated, hand-drawn dioramas that span multiple magical eras. The new 'Reality Shift' mechanic is the star of the show, allowing you to change the time of day or the season with a click, which in turn reveals hidden objects that were previously tucked away.

The charm of this game lies in the details. Every tiny character in these massive scenes has their own little animation and personality. It’s a peaceful, 'cozy' game that encourages you to slow down and really look at the art. With the inclusion of a powerful map editor, the community-created content ensures you’ll never run out of things to find. It’s heartwarming, visually stunning, and arguably the best hidden-object game on the App Store today.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

I’ve always had a soft spot for 'Where’s Waldo?' and Hidden Through Time 2 captures that vibe perfectly. The hand-drawn art is fantastic—it’s full of little jokes and animations that make the world feel alive. The new 'Reality Shift' feature is a smart addition, effectively doubling the search area without making it feel like busywork.

However, it's not quite as polished as the first one on mobile. I’ve had issues where the game wouldn't register a tap on an item, forcing me to poke the screen like a madman. It breaks the 'cozy' immersion. The levels also feel a bit shorter than I’d like. It’s a great game for a quiet evening, but it needs a patch to fix the responsiveness issues before I can call it truly excellent.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Beautiful, detailed hand-drawn art
Clever Reality Shift mechanic
Map editor for community content
Very relaxing vibe

Unresponsive touch detection at times
Main campaign is relatively short
Nighttime versions can be hard to see

Technical Report

Performance: Occasional issues with tap registration; otherwise runs smoothly.

Accessibility:

Zoom-in for detail
Hint system for all items

Audience Fit

Buy if: You love cozy puzzle games and searching for tiny details in beautiful art.

Skip if: You have poor eyesight or get frustrated by touchscreens not registering clicks.

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Hidden Folks
Hidden Through Time

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun (40-year-old conservative expert)
Hardware: iPad Pro 12.9
Playtime: 5 hours
Status: Completed Story Mode

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

6453763474

$2.99 4+★3.9 22 reviews

Author : Rogueside NV

Pubish Date : Thu Feb 08 2024

Last Update Date : Thu Sep 12 2024

Support Languages : English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Turkish

Genres :

Version 1.1.2Thu Sep 12 2024

The hints can now be toggled off
Join Clicky on a new, enchanted adventure in Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic! This charming 2D hidden object game is sure to delight with its playful tone, cozy vibes and endless fun. Search for all the hidden objects scattered around beautiful hand-drawn worlds, and unlock more as you go.
Story Mode
Set out on a journey through four magical eras, discovering all the items hidden within. Find objects to advance through the stages and explore the storyline of each era – who knows what secrets you’ll uncover next!
Reality-Shift:
Master the power of time with the brand-new Reality Shift feature, adding an extra dimension to your hidden object experience. Shift from Day to Night, Summer to Winter, … and explore maps in multiple states. But keep an eye out for those objects only present in one or the other!
So what are you waiting for? Join us on this enchanted journey through time. Your adventures are just a Click(y) away!
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Join Clicky on a new, enchanted adventure in Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic! This charming 2D hidden object game is sure to delight with its playful tone, cozy vibes and endless fun. Search for all the hidden objects scattered around beautiful hand-drawn worlds, and unlock more as you go.
Story Mode
Set out on a journey through four magical eras, discovering all the items hidden within. Find objects to advance through the stages and explore the storyline of each era – who knows what secrets you’ll uncover next!
Reality-Shift:
Master the power of time with the brand-new Reality Shift feature, adding an extra dimension to your hidden object experience. Shift from Day to Night, Summer to Winter, … and explore maps in multiple states. But keep an eye out for those objects only present in one or the other!
So what are you waiting for? Join us on this enchanted journey through time. Your adventures are just a Click(y) away!

Ratings & Reviews

3.9 out of 5 with 22 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Hidden Through Time 2: Magic is a whimsical hidden object game that invites players to explore beautifully illustrated, animated worlds. From medieval wizards to magical forests, you'll search for specific items hidden within dense, lively scenes. The game introduces the 'Reality Shift' feature, letting you transform the environment to uncover secrets hidden in different times or weather conditions. Featuring a relaxing soundtrack and an extensive campaign, it also includes an architect mode for players to create and share their own magical maps.