Hidden Objects Crosswords

App review by Liz Panarelli, Common Sense Media
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Common Sense says

age 10+

Fun blending of two puzzle types, but clues are tricky.

iPad Word Games
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Parents say

age 8+

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age 3+

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The parents' guide to what's in this app.

What Parents Need to Know

Parents need to know that Hidden Objects Crosswords combines a challenging hidden objects game with crossword clues that are sometimes old-fashioned or refer to alcohol, smoking, or weapons. In each of the 54 levels, players are presented with a crossword puzzle. For each clue, they must find and tap on the correct object hidden in the picture, which is often a room or scene scattered with random objects. For example, for "an old ___ has the sweetest smoke," the player taps on a small image of a pipe. Clues about smoking or wine are scattered throughout the game, as are clues about weapons (often a dagger, though sometimes a gun, pistol, or sword).

Community Reviews

rnj1
rnj1 Adult
March 22, 2019
age 8+

No Fixes, No Feedback, No Good

I fell in love with this gameyears ago, bought the app, and the expansion pack and played. Recently got a new tablet. Repurchased as before, except that now, only the first 5 games of each section open. When I attempt to open or even repurchase the expansion pack, I'm told "The Market billing service is not available at this time. You can continue to use this app but you won't be able to make any purchases" Months of this. I sent the designer company, Tobi, emails requesting help. Seven (7) emails. No responses. Amazon won't do anything but refund my $2.15. Not what I want. Company is defrauding people but no one seems to care.
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Is It Any Good?

This is a neat concept, and there is room for enjoyment for crossworders and hidden-object finders alike. The trick is making sure your kids' age and interest match this game, which has just one difficulty level throughout all the levels. Many clues rely on phrases and sayings kids may not know, and some clues mention weapons or wine. The game also moves more slowly than kids may like, with the challenge of finding objects, the hint timer taking a long time to reset, and the lack of an option to type in the answer to a clue. If your kids are pretty fluent in sayings like, "a bird in the hand beats two in the bush," they'll have a ball. If not, they'll need your help to avoid getting frustrated.

App Details

  • Device: iPad
  • Release date: April 28, 2011
  • Category: Word Games
  • Publisher: Dekovir, Inc
  • Version: 1.0
  • Minimum software requirements: iOS 3.2 or later
  • Last updated: August 22, 2016

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For kids who love puzzles and words

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