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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100 Romantic Cats
๐พ Join the cutest adventure in themed locations full of cats! ๐ป Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of special places and try to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. ๐๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐
Slender Threads
In this paranormal point-and-click adventure, a traveling salesman races to stop a string of horrific deaths in a quiet seaside townโbefore heโs next.
Chicken Hill
Find 250 Genjouin of various species and hundreds of items for brother KUN. Rescue your frustrated and devastated brother KUN in the KUN space. We are the most devout believers.
Cursed Digicam | ๅชใใใใใธใซใก
You receive a cursed digital camera that captures ghosts from a strange website. The website allows you to liberate your loved ones by uploading images of their spirits using the camera. You decide to go to the nearest park where your girl was last seen.
100 Korea Cats
๐พ Join the cutest adventure in the ๐ฐ๐ท Korea ๐, full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of Korean ๐ฅ๐ฅข๐ข themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธโ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐โ
A Shelter Full of Cats
Everyone can be a hero! Help a cat rescuer take care of her rescuees and root for their adoption! Every cat deserves a chance to be loved. โค๏ธ
SchoolBoy Runaway
โYou little rascal! Go study your lessons right now!โ said the angry parents, grounding you. Try to outsmart them and find a way to have fun with your friends.
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!
100 New Year Cats
๐พ Join the cutest adventure in the ๐พ New Year ๐ฒ, full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of New Year๐ฅ themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธโ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐โ
Cats Hidden in Christmas
Cats Hidden in Christmas is a FREE hidden object game in which you must find 100 cats hidden in a festive, hand-drawn scene. Can you find them all?
Lost But Found
Organize and give out lost items! Lost But Found is a job simulator game where you are an officer who oversees the lost items in an airport. Organize those items and distribute them to people who lost their belongings. Upgrade your office, manage requests, collect stickers, and more.
Follow the meaning
Follow the meaning is a surreal point-and-click puzzle adventure. Join detective Paul Trilby as he works to unravel the mysteries of a peculiar town, seemingly ruled by the local Hospital. Over the wall and behind tightly shut gates, a dark secret lies in waitโฆ
Take me, Vitaly
Do you remember the Scary Movie? I do ;) So... In every woman's life, there comes a moment when she walks into the wrong door... The last thing I remember is a masquerade party at a nightclub and a tall, muscular man with a Belarusian accent who offered to buy me a cocktail...
NO STRANGERS
An online horror game of exploration, teamwork and betrayal for 3-15 players.
RATSHAKERโข
RATSHAKERโข is the fun and quirky solution to all your rat problems! Hold on to the RAT, shake your arm, and watch lifeโs problems disappear! How far can you go?
Hidden Capybaras with Orange and Pumpkins: Spooky Halloween Edition
Celebrate Halloween night with cute capybaras with orange! Find all the hidden capybaras in their Halloween costumes and light up the town on this magical night. A fun-filled adventure awaits you!
100 Waiting Cats
โณ๐พ Join the cutest adventure in the funny waiting situations full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artworks of While Waiting themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game.๐๐ ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐โ
Machinika: Atlas
Machinika: Atlas is an indie puzzle game and is the direct sequel to Machinika: Museum, you play as a museum researcher who just land on Atlas. Will you unravel the mysteries of the alien vessel? Solve cryptic puzzles to find out what happened!
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!
100 Cats New York
Find 100 Cats hidden in New York! Can you find them all? ๐บMost 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 April 15th 2025.
1. Sizeable
Sizeable is a relaxing and peacefull puzzle/exploration game! Shrink and grow your way through small dioramas in search of hidden objects! Sizeable is a casual, puzzle and hidden object game developed and published by Business Goose Studios. Released on March 19th 2021 has received 1,953 reviews of which 1,914 were positive and 39 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.3
1,914
39
69
players
2. 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 19,727 reviews of which 19,268 were positive and 459 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.5
19,268
459
62
players
3. Anomaly Exit
On your way home on the train, you weren't paying attention. Until you realised the train had been stopping at the same station over, and over again. Watch out for anomalies, and avoid the Anomaly Exit! Made for singleplayer and 2-6 co-operative multiplayer. Anomaly Exit is a online co-op, puzzle and hidden object game developed and published by ExamlGuy. Released on March 31st 2024 has received 764 reviews of which 699 were positive and 65 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
699
65
41
players
4. 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 2,344 reviews of which 2,245 were positive and 99 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.1
2,245
99
37
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 hidden object, puzzle and strategy game developed and published by Procedural Level. Released on November 07th 2019 has received 573 reviews of which 564 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
564
9
35
players
6. 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 5,661 reviews of which 4,980 were positive and 681 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hidden object games.
8.5
4,980
681
29
players
7. Hidden Through Time
Embark on a colourful hand drawn journey of discovery through the ages! From missing dinosaur eggs in the stone age, to a king's crown in medieval times, can you find them all? Discover, create and share worlds with your own hidden treasures in Hidden Through Time! Hidden Through Time is a hidden object, casual and puzzle game developed and published by Rogueside. Released on March 12th 2020 has received 2,772 reviews of which 2,595 were positive and 177 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.0
2,595
177
27
players
8. 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 6,859 reviews of which 6,749 were positive and 110 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.5
6,749
110
22
players
9. Lots of Cats in Every Moment
โLots of Cats in Every Momentโ is a game where you find hidden cats while romance unfolds! Lots of Cats in Every Moment is a cats, hidden object and design & illustration game developed and published by MELOVITY. Released on July 26th 2024 has received 680 reviews of which 658 were positive and 22 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hidden object games.
9.0
658
22
22
players
10. A Shelter Full of Cats
Everyone can be a hero! Help a cat rescuer take care of her rescuees and root for their adoption! Every cat deserves a chance to be loved. โค๏ธ A Shelter Full of Cats is a cats, hidden object and story rich game developed and published by Devcats. Released on December 09th 2024 has received 590 reviews of which 580 were positive and 10 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
580
10
17
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 April 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted hidden object games.
1. Brink of Consciousness: Dorian Gray Syndrome Collector's Edition
To free your beloved from captivity, you must venture into a maniacal world in this Special Collector's Edition of BRINK OF CONCIOUSNESS: DORIAN GRAY SYNDROME; an immersive tale of chilling surprise that's chock full of extras including bonus gameplay, concept art, soundtrack, and much more! Brink of Consciousness: Dorian Gray Syndrome Collector's Edition is a casual, adventure and hidden object game developed by MagicIndie and published by Plug In Digital. Released on July 18th 2014 has received 301 reviews of which 261 were positive and 40 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Featuring a massive 90% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for hidden object category.
8.0
261
40
-90%
9.99โฌ
0.99โฌ
2. 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! Crime O'Clock is a investigation, hidden object and 2d game developed by Bad Seed and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on July 21st 2023 has received 395 reviews of which 282 were positive and 113 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in hidden object games.
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282
113
-90%
19.50โฌ
1.95โฌ
3. Violett Remastered
Dragged by her parents, a young and rebellious teenage girl โ Violett, moves to an old spooky house in the middle of nowhere. Forced away from her friends and life in the city; she imagines how boring life in countryside will be: spending day after day, bored in her room with absolutely nothing to do. Violett Remastered is a adventure, point & click and indie game developed and published by Forever Entertainment S. A.. Released on December 13th 2013 has received 831 reviews of which 523 were positive and 308 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 90% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in hidden object games.
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523
308
-90%
9.99โฌ
0.99โฌ
4. Demetrios - The BIG Cynical Adventure
The Journey of an Idiot. 8 to 12 hours of fun! Demetrios - The BIG Cynical Adventure is a adventure, point & click and indie game developed and published by COWCAT. Released on May 31st 2016 has received 412 reviews of which 344 were positive and 68 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 84% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
7.8
344
68
-84%
10.00โฌ
1.60โฌ
5. Adam Wolfe
Acting as Adam Wolfe, an investigator of the paranormal, you will discover a hidden world under the modern San Francisco. In this city, ghosts, artifacts, secret orders and curses are just some of the things that Adam will come across working on his most important case. Adam Wolfe is a adventure, casual and hidden object game developed by and published by Mad Head Games. Released on October 07th 2016 has received 1,117 reviews of which 1,023 were positive and 94 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 83% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.7
1,023
94
-83%
5.88โฌ
1.00โฌ
6. 100 hidden cats 2
Hidden object game in the city setting. Black and white hand-drawn graphics in a cartoon style. Ultra hard! Really very difficult! 100 hidden cats 2 is a cats, hidden object and hand-drawn game developed and published by Anatoliy Loginovskikh. Released on July 17th 2021 has received 924 reviews of which 857 were positive and 67 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.7
857
67
-80%
2.99โฌ
0.59โฌ
7. Red Comrades Save the Galaxy: Reloaded
Vasily Ivanovich Chapaev and his fellow aide Petka realize that someone has stolen the Red banner from the HQ. Although it's not the end of the story yet! Somewhere on the moon, legions of alien invaders prepare to conquer Earth. But could such a little thing really give a scare to the Red Army heroes? Red Comrades Save the Galaxy: Reloaded is a adventure, point & click and comedy game developed by Buka Development and published by ESDigital Games. Released on February 18th 2016 has received 848 reviews of which 787 were positive and 61 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.7
787
61
-80%
3.99โฌ
0.79โฌ
8. 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 627 reviews of which 584 were positive and 43 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.7
584
43
-80%
14.99โฌ
2.99โฌ
9. Nearwood - Collector's Edition
The fate of the magical world is in your hands โ free it from evil! As Jane and Fey explore new locations, they help the villagers survive the freeze, while once again saving Nearwood from the clutches of impending doom! Nearwood - Collector's Edition is a adventure, hidden object and puzzle game developed by MagicIndie and published by Viva Media. Released on April 16th 2014 has received 304 reviews of which 274 were positive and 30 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.3
274
30
-80%
9.99โฌ
1.99โฌ
10. Frankenstein: Master of Death
Victor Frankenstein, an old friend and a brilliant scientist has managed to resurrect the dead! However the border between life and death is fragile and Victor has learned the hard way that this balance should not be tempered with... Frankenstein: Master of Death is a hidden object, point & click and casual game developed by Jetdogs Studios and Fineway Studios and published by Jetdogs Studios. Released on March 09th 2015 has received 1,944 reviews of which 1,618 were positive and 326 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 80% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for hidden object games.
8.0
1,618
326
-80%
5.00โฌ
1.00โฌ
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 April 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. 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 2,344 reviews of which 2,245 were positive and 99 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #1 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.1
2,245
99
37
players
2. 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 5,661 reviews of which 4,980 were positive and 681 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
8.5
4,980
681
29
players
3. 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 6,859 reviews of which 6,749 were positive and 110 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.5
6,749
110
22
players
4. Lots of Cats in Every Moment
โLots of Cats in Every Momentโ is a game where you find hidden cats while romance unfolds! Lots of Cats in Every Moment is a cats, hidden object and design & illustration game developed and published by MELOVITY. Released on July 26th 2024 has received 680 reviews of which 658 were positive and 22 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.0
658
22
22
players
5. 100 Asian Cats
๐ฎ๐ 100 Asian Cats - Join the cutest adventure in the Asia! ๐ป ๐ธ Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of Asian temples ๐ฏ as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธโ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐โ 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 7,696 reviews of which 7,481 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
7,481
215
13
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 1,452 reviews of which 1,412 were positive and 40 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
1,412
40
13
players
7. 100 Aliens Cats
๐ฝ๐ธ 100 Aliens Cats - ๐พ Join the cutest adventure in the Aliens themed locations full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of aliens places and Cats as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธโ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐โ 100 Aliens Cats is a free to play, cats and aliens game developed and published by 100 Cozy Games. Released on June 09th 2024 has received 1,579 reviews of which 1,505 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
9.0
1,505
74
10
players
8. 100 Romantic Cats
๐พ Join the cutest adventure in themed locations full of cats! ๐ป Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of special places and try to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. ๐๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐ 100 Romantic Cats is a free to play, cats and romance game developed and published by 100 Cozy Games and Cats. Released on February 13th 2025 has received 400 reviews of which 371 were positive and 29 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
8.6
371
29
10
players
9. 100 Istanbul Cats
๐พ Join the cutest adventure in the Istanbul ๐, Tรผrkiye 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. ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธโ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐โ 100 Istanbul Cats is a free to play, cats and hidden object game developed and published by 100 Cozy Games. Released on May 17th 2024 has received 1,753 reviews of which 1,450 were positive and 303 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
7.9
1,450
303
9
players
10. 100 Waiting Cats
โณ๐พ Join the cutest adventure in the funny waiting situations full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artworks of While Waiting themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game.๐๐ ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ Can you find them all? ๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ๐โ 100 Waiting Cats is a free to play, casual and cats game developed and published by 100 Cozy Games. Released on October 06th 2024 has received 484 reviews of which 463 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free hidden object games on Steam.
8.9
463
21
8
players