There is something rather satisfying about finding an object that was hiding in plain sight, particularly when a game gives you an entire fairytale world to rummage through. Like that of Hidden Legends 2 then…
Hidden Legends 2 launches today on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S, offering another colourful hidden object adventure for players who would rather search for secrets than fight their way through them.
Priced at just £3.29, the sequel builds on the foundations of the original Hidden Legends with handcrafted environments, hundreds of objects to uncover and a more interactive approach to searching. This time, finding everything means looking beyond the obvious places.
At A Glance
- Game: Hidden Legends 2
- Developer: 17Studio
- Publisher: 17Studio
- Platforms: Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S
- Price: £3.29
A More Interactive Hidden Object Hunt
Hidden Legends 2 isn’t simply about scanning a busy picture until something catches your eye. Objects can now be tucked away inside houses belonging to fairytale characters and hidden within the scenery itself, encouraging players to pay closer attention to their surroundings.
Each level has been handcrafted, with familiar locations joined by entirely new settings. That should give the search a little more personality, particularly for anyone who enjoys taking their time and poking around every corner.
There are hundreds of unique objects waiting to be discovered, so the real challenge is keeping those detective instincts switched on.
The search takes place across a bright fantasy setting populated by charming characters and colourful environments. An atmospheric soundtrack accompanies the exploration, adding to the relaxed feel rather than turning every discovery into a frantic race against the clock.
The Original Hidden Legends Was A Mixed Bag
We’ve already spent some time with the Hidden Legends formula, having awarded the original Hidden Legends a 3/5 in our review earlier this year. We found plenty to enjoy in its sizeable offering, although the experience wasn’t always as challenging as a traditional hidden object game might suggest. Hidden Legends Review
The sequel appears to be addressing that particular idea by making its objects more integrated into the environments. Rather than simply looking at a picture and ticking off a list, there’s now more reason to investigate the world around you.
Whether that makes Hidden Legends 2 a more satisfying hunt remains to be seen, but the foundations certainly look familiar for anyone who enjoyed the first outing.
For £3.29, Hidden Legends 2 is certainly pitching itself as an inexpensive way to spend a quiet few hours. So grab your imaginary magnifying glass, explore those fairytale homes and start searching – because somewhere in all that colourful scenery is something you’re definitely supposed to have spotted already.
You’ll find Hidden Legends 2 on the Xbox Store right now.
