Grim Tales 17: Hidden Objects puts you in the role of a detective helping Alice investigate a tragedy that threatens the Gray family. The story follows a mysterious illness claiming victims, while your investigation leads through suspenseful locations and the secrets surrounding the family.
Hidden-object investigation
The main activity is searching illustrated scenes for concealed items. You can zoom in on a scene to inspect details, and hints are available when you have difficulty locating an object. These searches support the broader investigation as you work to uncover what happened.
Puzzles and mini-games
Alongside hidden-object scenes, the game includes puzzles and mysterious mini-games. Solving these challenges forms part of the detective work and helps move the investigation forward.
Story and additional content
The game presents a mystery centered on the Gray family and their threatened future. The full version can be unlocked through an in-app purchase, granting access to the remaining content. The Collector’s Edition is described as including replayable hidden-object scenes, exclusive content and special bonuses.
A bonus chapter adds another part of the story: you play as the famous detective’s daughter while investigating Anna Gray’s kidnapping. This chapter extends the mystery beyond the main case and provides a separate narrative thread to uncover.