Hidden Object Games 2013 ((hot)) -

Released: December 2013 A holiday release that wasn't just about Christmas fluff. This game was famous for its stunning hand-drawn, monochromatic art style (sepia tones) and its unique "switching between two characters" mechanic. It proved that 2013 HOGs didn't need bright colors to be visually arresting.

Were you playing HOGs in 2013? What was your favorite? Drop a comment below for Nightmares from the Deep or Enigmatis ! Searching for more retro gaming deep dives? Check out our posts on "Point-and-Click Adventures of 1998" and "The Best Match-3 Games for offline play." hidden object games 2013

Released: February 2013 Arguably the crown jewel of the year. This game took the pirate theme and gave it a Lovecraftian makeover. The "Morphing Objects" (items that change shape as you watch them) became a staple feature thanks to this title. The cinematic cutscenes and genuinely scary atmosphere set a new bar for production value. Released: December 2013 A holiday release that wasn't

From haunted asylums to enchanted forests, 2013 delivered some of the most iconic HOPAs (Hidden Object Puzzle Adventures). Let’s revisit the year that perfected the genre. If you are a fan of the "HOPA" (Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure) genre, you likely remember 2013 with a great deal of nostalgia. While the genre exploded in the late 2000s, 2013 was the year developers like Artifex Mundi , Elephant Games , and Big Fish Studios hit their creative and technical stride. Were you playing HOGs in 2013

Here is your retrospective look at the best hidden object games of 2013. These are the titles that defined the year for PC and Mac gamers: