Best Hidden Object Games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated hidden object games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free hidden object games are available at the bottom of the page.

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Cats Hidden in Bali Find 100 cats hiding in Bali in this cute hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cats game creator! Can you find them all?

Price -51% 0.49€
Rating 9.3
Release 24 Sep 2023
Vampire Mansion Explore the mansion, find a way to fight the vampires, find the key, and escape the mansion.

Price 3.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 08 Sep 2023
I'm on Observation Duty 6 As an employee of a mysterious organization your job is to monitor live surveillance camera footage and spot anomalies using your sharp eyes and good memory. Can you survive the entire night shift or will you succumb into paranoia?

Price 11.99€
Rating 8.8
Release 01 Sep 2023
How 2 Escape How 2 Escape is an escape-simulation game where two players will need to cooperate on asymmetrical gameplay and devices. "Talk together. Help each other." will be your new motto to survive in How 2 Escape.

Price -85% 1.98€
Rating 7.0
Release 31 Aug 2023
Seven Nights Ghost "Peaceful days full of curses" A heartwarming horror game about exploring in a mysterious company housing and living with a ghost for 7 days

Price 11.79€
Rating 8.6
Release 31 Aug 2023
Escape Memoirs: Questionable Side Stories 'Escape Memoirs: Questionable Side Stories' is a humorous co-operative escape room game where you are a henchman who has to make his way through variety of puzzles to make it to a job interview on time. Can you solve all of the puzzles that stand in the way of your employment?

Price Free to play
Rating 9.0
Release 07 Aug 2023
Cats Hidden in Italy Find and discover 100 cute cats hidden across Italy in this hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cats game creator! Can you find them all?

Price -51% 0.49€
Rating 9.3
Release 30 Jul 2023
Crime O'Clock Crime O'Clock is a hidden objects investigation and time exploration game with a deep storyline. Investigate cases through time and evolving maps by unveiling a multi-eras linked story. Will you be observant enough to solve the mysteries? Crime waits for no man!

Price -92% 1.68€
Rating 6.7
Release 21 Jul 2023
Cats Hidden in Paris Find 100 cats hiding in Paris, France in this cute hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cats game creator!

Price Free to play
Rating 9.6
Release 16 Jul 2023
GYLT Shape your fears… Fear the shapes. Embark on a journey where you face your worst fears and are confronted with the emotional impact of your actions in this narrative adventure game with puzzles, stealth and action.

Price -71% 5.98€
Rating 9.0
Release 06 Jul 2023
Interior Worlds Snap your own homemade liminal space photos using a mysterious SLR camera as you explore a variety of empty, strange, and familiar spaces.

Price 9.75€
Rating 9.0
Release 07 Apr 2023
West Hunt West Hunt is a 1-8 player social deduction game set in the Old West! Among the hardworking townsfolk hides an Outlaw or two causing mischief and mayhem across town. Luckily, there are eagle-eyed Sheriffs ready to sniff them out! No matter what role you play, you're sure to have a hog-killin' time!

Price 8.19€
Rating 8.1
Release 23 Mar 2023
Zup! Q Minimal physical puzzle with explosions

Price 1.99€
Rating 9.0
Release 08 Mar 2023
File Destined Can this last case of Oliver, all be just a small part of a bigger picture? Gather clues, unravel the mystery behind the case and uncover the truth.

Price 3.99€
Rating 8.1
Release 25 Feb 2023
Birth You are alone. You will build a creature, a partner, a wet warm heart, a collection of bones.

Price 8.99€
Rating 9.2
Release 17 Feb 2023
The Director's Disorder: Pilot Episode The Director, a psycho killer, has chosen you to play the main character in his next film. Will you play your part and survive the night or will you be his latest victim?

Price Free to play
Rating 8.2
Release 19 Jan 2023
I commissioned some bees 0 Play for free! I paid artists to hide bees in 10 pieces of artwork. Can you find them all? Warning: Relaxing.

Price Free to play
Rating 9.3
Release 12 Jan 2023
The House of Da Vinci 3 The grand finale to The House of Da Vinci trilogy is here! Solve numerous new puzzles and mind benders and explore new mystifying locations of ravishing beauty.

Price -37% 12.63€
Rating 8.5
Release 22 Dec 2022
Hidden Cats in London Meow meow! Kittens are hidden in London, let's find them all. A short and pleasant experience! Start with a Beautiful monochromatic illustration, relax and find all the cats one by one to reveal the final colored art. Play through different modes, find special cats, and unlock bonus levels!

Price 1.99€
Rating 9.1
Release 15 Dec 2022
A Castle Full of Cats A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡

Price 3.90€
Rating 9.5
Release 09 Nov 2022
A Little to the Left A Little to the Left is a cozy puzzle game that has you sort, stack, and organize household items into pleasing arrangements while you keep an eye out for a mischievous cat with an inclination for chaos. Check out this playful and intuitive puzzler with 100+ satisfying messes to tidy.

Price -70% 4.52€
Rating 9.0
Release 08 Nov 2022
Doors: Paradox A relaxing puzzle escape game! Make your way through a variety of hand-crafted 3D dioramas, look for useful objects, find hidden clues and solve fun puzzles! Unravel this mysterious adventure about chaos, order and the surreal.

Price -98% 0.34€
Rating 8.7
Release 04 Nov 2022
Sunday Gold Sunday Gold is a point-and-click, turn-based adventure game set in grim, dystopian future. Play as a ragtag trio of criminals to hunt down and expose the dark secrets of an evil mega-corporation and the malevolent billionaire behind it.

Price -80% 4.39€
Rating 7.5
Release 13 Oct 2022
Unusual Findings Three friends uncover mysteries in the 1980s. Follow their amazing adventures in a game where your decisions really matter. Be prepared to spin like a record on your incredible journey back to the era of synthesizers, VHS Rental stores, 8 bits games and evil alien conspiracies.

Price -71% 5.81€
Rating 8.5
Release 12 Oct 2022

Most played hidden object games on Steam

Take a look at the top hidden object games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 15th 2025.

1. Granny: Escape Together

This is a creepy co-op horror game. In which you find yourself locked in a crazy Granny's house. But Granny is not the only danger that awaits you in the house, someone else creepy lives in the basement. You have five days to get out of the house! Granny: Escape Together is a horror, survival horror and atmospheric game developed and published by CreepyToad. Released on December 06th 2024 has received 754 reviews of which 607 were positive and 147 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played hidden object game, thanks to its 105 peak concurrent players over the last day.
7.6
607
147

105
players

2. Cats Hidden Around the World

Find 2000 cats hiding in 20 iconic locations such as Rio de Janeiro, Istanbul or Tokyo in this cute hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cats game creator! Can you find them all? Cats Hidden Around the World is a cats, hidden object and wholesome game developed and published by Travellin Cats. Released on June 09th 2024 has received 517 reviews of which 504 were positive and 13 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.0
504
13

64
players

3. True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3

True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 is the final chapter of the psychological thriller trilogy. With point-and-click mechanics, intricate puzzles, and cinematic cutscenes, immerse yourself in a dark horror experience that redefines the genre. True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 is a exploration, casual and hidden object game developed by Goblinz Enterprises Ltd and published by The Digital Lounge. Released on April 21st 2025 has received 322 reviews of which 301 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played hidden object games.
8.6
301
21

54
players

4. The Room Two

Unique events transport you to the halls of a long-forgotten crypt. The only means of escape lies locked within a stone pedestal, along with a note from your mysterious ally. His words promise assistance, but only serve to entice you into a compelling world of mystery and exploration. The Room Two is a puzzle, mystery and point & click game developed and published by Fireproof Games. Released on July 05th 2016 has received 19,928 reviews of which 19,460 were positive and 468 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.5
19,460
468

40
players

5. Voxelgram

Voxelgram is a 3D nonograms game where solving puzzles feels like sculpting in three dimensions. Reveal voxel models as you complete each challenge. Voxelgram is a puzzle, hidden object and strategy game developed and published by Procedural Level. Released on November 07th 2019 has received 590 reviews of which 581 were positive and 9 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.1
581
9

32
players

6. iDigging

In iDigging, you’ll balance treasure hunting, home improvement, and the strategy of hiding from curious neighbors and authorities. Upgrade, dig, and create your best life despite all the challenges! iDigging is a adventure, simulation and casual game developed and published by TWEN. Released on May 07th 2025 has received 367 reviews of which 251 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hidden object games.
6.5
251
116

31
players

7. Lost Lands: A Hidden Object Adventure

Persecuted by ill fate, the elven nation land on a lost island. They'll need sharp blades as well as sharp minds to survive. An exciting hidden-object adventure game which tells the story of an ancient elven tribe forced to survive on a long-lost island. Lost Lands: A Hidden Object Adventure is a free to play, hidden object and adventure game developed and published by FIVE-BN GAMES. Released on September 24th 2015 has received 5,686 reviews of which 5,002 were positive and 684 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hidden object games.
8.5
5,002
684

26
players

8. A Tower Full of Cats

A Tower Full of Cats is a hidden object game where you need to gather cats through the whole history of catkind... and beyond! A Tower Full of Cats is a cats, hidden object and puzzle game developed and published by Devcats. Released on May 20th 2024 has received 1,969 reviews of which 1,959 were positive and 10 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.4
1,959
10

24
players

9. An Arcade Full of Cats

Journey through gaming history's time and space, while searching for adorable feline companions in 'An Arcade Full of Cats,' the ultimate pet'em up hidden object game. An Arcade Full of Cats is a cats, hidden object and relaxing game developed and published by Devcats. Released on November 16th 2023 has received 7,069 reviews of which 6,955 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.5
6,955
114

23
players

10. Aurora Hills: Chapter 1

Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is the first part in series of point and click puzzle adventure games. Follow the journey of Ethan Hill, a park ranger tasked with investigating strange disappearances from the region to uncover the mystery of Aurora Hills! Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is a adventure, puzzle and mystery game developed and published by NovaSoft Interactive Ltd.. Released on April 20th 2024 has received 2,564 reviews of which 2,450 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.1
2,450
114

22
players

Best deals on hidden object games on Steam

Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of hidden object games available on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted hidden object games.

1. Last Room

Dive into a world of puzzles, medieval mysteries, and strategic challenges. Navigate, solve, and leap your way through a thrilling adventure. Last Room is a exploration, hidden object and strategy game developed and published by Quantum Forge Studios. Released on June 14th 2021 has received 378 reviews of which 264 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for hidden object category.
6.7
264
114

-99% 29.99€ 0.46€

2. Endless Fables: The Minotaur's Curse

Face off against the Minotaur! Endless Fables: The Minotaur's Curse is a casual, hidden object and adventure game developed by Sunward Games and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on December 15th 2016 has received 321 reviews of which 289 were positive and 32 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in hidden object games.
8.3
289
32

-98% 14.79€ 0.43€

3. Clockwork Tales: Of Glass and Ink

Unburied secrets burn like wild steam – nothing is what it appears! Clockwork Tales: Of Glass and Ink is a hidden object, adventure and casual game developed and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on April 24th 2014 has received 1,114 reviews of which 1,026 were positive and 88 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in hidden object games.
8.7
1,026
88

-97% 14.79€ 0.54€

4. Darkestville Castle

Like any decent demon Cid spends his nights performing all kind of evil deeds to the peaceful people of Darkestville. Little does he know that his old arch enemy is about to change his life forever. Darkestville Castle is a point & click, adventure and hidden object game developed by Epic Llama Games and published by ESDigital Games. Released on September 21st 2017 has received 633 reviews of which 590 were positive and 43 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.7
590
43

-97% 14.99€ 0.57€

5. 9 Clues: The Secret of Serpent Creek

Save your missing friend and reveal the corruption of the town’s citizens to stop an evil plot to bring the evil Snake God back to our world. 9 Clues: The Secret of Serpent Creek is a hidden object, casual and adventure game developed by Tap It Games and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on July 10th 2014 has received 1,480 reviews of which 1,333 were positive and 147 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.6
1,333
147

-97% 14.79€ 0.54€

6. Enigmatis: The Ghosts of Maple Creek

Let one of the most thrilling adventures of your life begin! Enigmatis: The Ghosts of Maple Creek is a hidden object, adventure and point & click game developed and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on October 16th 2014 has received 1,693 reviews of which 1,431 were positive and 262 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.1
1,431
262

-97% 14.79€ 0.51€

7. Queen's Quest: Tower of Darkness

Defeat the sorcerer and save your daughter! Queen's Quest: Tower of Darkness is a adventure, casual and hidden object game developed by Brave Giant LTD and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on September 10th 2015 has received 328 reviews of which 212 were positive and 116 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 97% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
6.2
212
116

-97% 14.79€ 0.53€

8. Grim Legends: The Forsaken Bride

Enter an enchanting world of legends and magic, where your destiny was written in blood and whispers of true love. Grim Legends: The Forsaken Bride is a hidden object, point & click and casual game developed and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on August 21st 2014 has received 1,629 reviews of which 1,558 were positive and 71 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
9.1
1,558
71

-96% 14.79€ 0.66€

9. Grim Legends 2: Song of the Dark Swan

Save the feuding kingdoms! Grim Legends 2: Song of the Dark Swan is a hidden object, casual and adventure game developed and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on March 26th 2015 has received 1,297 reviews of which 1,244 were positive and 53 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
9.1
1,244
53

-96% 14.79€ 0.70€

10. Eventide: Slavic Fable

Explore the exciting world of slavic legends! Eventide: Slavic Fable is a hidden object, adventure and casual game developed by The House of Fables and published by Artifex Mundi. Released on January 28th 2016 has received 816 reviews of which 759 were positive and 57 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.7
759
57

-96% 14.79€ 0.67€

Free hidden object games on Steam

Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play hidden object games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play hidden object games.

1. Lost Lands: A Hidden Object Adventure

Persecuted by ill fate, the elven nation land on a lost island. They'll need sharp blades as well as sharp minds to survive. An exciting hidden-object adventure game which tells the story of an ancient elven tribe forced to survive on a long-lost island. Lost Lands: A Hidden Object Adventure is a free to play, hidden object and adventure game developed and published by FIVE-BN GAMES. Released on September 24th 2015 has received 5,686 reviews of which 5,002 were positive and 684 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
8.5
5,002
684

26
players

2. An Arcade Full of Cats

Journey through gaming history's time and space, while searching for adorable feline companions in 'An Arcade Full of Cats,' the ultimate pet'em up hidden object game. An Arcade Full of Cats is a cats, hidden object and relaxing game developed and published by Devcats. Released on November 16th 2023 has received 7,069 reviews of which 6,955 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.5
6,955
114

23
players

3. Aurora Hills: Chapter 1

Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is the first part in series of point and click puzzle adventure games. Follow the journey of Ethan Hill, a park ranger tasked with investigating strange disappearances from the region to uncover the mystery of Aurora Hills! Aurora Hills: Chapter 1 is a adventure, puzzle and mystery game developed and published by NovaSoft Interactive Ltd.. Released on April 20th 2024 has received 2,564 reviews of which 2,450 were positive and 114 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.1
2,450
114

22
players

4. Lots of Cats in Every Moment

“Lots of Cats in Every Moment” is a game where you find hidden cats while romance unfolds! Lots of Cats in Every Moment is a cats, hidden object and relaxing game developed and published by MELOVITY. Released on July 26th 2024 has received 769 reviews of which 747 were positive and 22 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.1
747
22

12
players

5. 100 Asian Cats

🏮🐈 100 Asian Cats - Join the cutest adventure in the Asia! 😻 🌸 Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of Asian temples 🏯 as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. 🕵️‍♂️❌ Can you find them all? 🕵️‍♂️🐈✅ 100 Asian Cats is a hidden object, cats and ninja game developed by 100 Cozy Games and Cats and published by 100 Cozy Games. Released on December 17th 2023 has received 7,864 reviews of which 7,649 were positive and 215 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.4
7,649
215

10
players

6. A Park Full of Cats

Welcome to 'A Park Full of Cats,' a hidden object game that invites you to revel in the enchanting world of amusement parks! Experience the thrill and excitement of the rides and give those cats the fun they truly deserve! A Park Full of Cats is a cats, hidden object and casual game developed and published by Devcats. Released on September 09th 2024 has received 1,547 reviews of which 1,505 were positive and 42 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.2
1,505
42

9
players

7. Cats Hidden in Paris

Find 100 cats hiding in Paris, France in this cute hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cats game creator! Cats Hidden in Paris is a cats, hidden object and wholesome game developed and published by Travellin Cats. Released on July 16th 2023 has received 17,314 reviews of which 17,136 were positive and 178 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.6
17,136
178

8
players

8. 100 Istanbul Cats

🐾 Join the cutest adventure in the Istanbul 🕌, Türkiye full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of Istanbul themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. 🕵️‍♂️❌ Can you find them all? 🕵️‍♂️🐈✅ 100 Istanbul Cats is a free to play, cats and hidden object game developed by 100 Cozy Games and Cats and published by 100 Cozy Games. Released on May 17th 2024 has received 1,813 reviews of which 1,501 were positive and 312 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
7.9
1,501
312

8
players

9. Please, Touch The Artwork 2

A handpainted cozy hidden object adventure. Explore a surreal world. Collect items for its quirky inhabitants. Fix damaged paintings and solve casual puzzles. Help a lost skeleton painter find his way home. This game is short but 100% FREE (no ads, no IAP). Please, Touch The Artwork 2 is a adventure, casual and hidden object game developed and published by Thomas Waterzooi. Released on February 19th 2024 has received 4,870 reviews of which 4,834 were positive and 36 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.5
4,834
36

7
players

10. Stray Cats in Cozy Town

Welcome to Cozy Town, where every day is International Cat Day! Be part of a village community where every stray is respected, loved and fed. Explore the charming streets and alleys to discover all the stray cats in this hidden-object game. Stray Cats in Cozy Town is a cats, hidden object and wholesome game developed by Devcats and published by Devcats and Travellin Cats. Released on August 08th 2024 has received 1,361 reviews of which 1,341 were positive and 20 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.3
1,341
20

6
players