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Watch trailer on Steam ↗Art Detective: Hidden Through Ancient China
MindPalace Studio · Published by MindPalace Studio
Positive — 90% positive (30 reviews) · 17 achievements
Last updated 30 Sept 2026
Unveil hidden wonders in masterpieces! Explore Qiu Ying’s iconic paintings with around 700 hidden objects. Relaxing, timer-free gameplay with hints, 6 hours of content. Discover art and mystery!
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Indie, Casual · 2024 · More under £5 games
Delve into the serene world of Art Detective: Hidden Through Ancient China, where you'll uncover hidden wonders in Qiu Ying’s iconic paintings. With over 700 objects to discover and a relaxed pace, this indie casual game invites you to explore for up to 6 hours without time pressure or hints.
About this game
Unveil Hidden Wonders in Masterpieces: Embark on an Art Detective Journey!
For passionate art detectives and hidden object enthusiasts, this game series immerses you in the heart of world-renowned masterpieces. Each game in the Art Detective series invites players to explore iconic artworks from different cultures and eras, searching for intricately hidden objects within the very strokes and details of the paintings. This is not just a game—it’s a celebration of art history through an interactive experience.
Discover the captivating world of Qiu Ying (仇英), a master painter of the Ming Dynasty. In this unique Art Detective game, around 700 hidden objects are intricately woven into some of his most famous works, making art exploration an engaging adventure.
Explore Three Iconic Paintings by Qiu Ying
Along the River During the Qingming Festival (Qingming Shanghe Tu)
Experience the lively atmosphere of ancient China with scenes of bustling markets and riverside activities. This detailed scroll, housed in the Liaoning Provincial Museum, showcases a vibrant depiction of everyday life.
Hundred Beauties (Bai Mei Tu)
Step into a luxurious garden filled with women enjoying various leisure activities such as swinging, reading, and playing games. This elegant painting, preserved in the National Palace Museum in Taipei, is a testament to refined life and culture.
Spring Morning in the Han Palace (Han Gong Chun Xiao)
Explore the serene and elegant palace life, with over a hundred figures engaged in activities like music and games. This masterpiece, also located in the National Palace Museum, vividly captures the beauty of palace life.
Key Features
Relaxing Gameplay: Enjoy a stress-free experience with no time limit.
Random Hints: Receive hints every 60 seconds if you’re stuck.
6 Hours of Gameplay: Dive into approximately 6 hours of engaging content.
Soothing Soundtrack: A calming soundtrack enhances your journey.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows10
- Processor: 4.0 GHz Dual Core
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Videocard with at least 512MB
- Storage: 3 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: 64Bit System
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update Notes for Nov 4
Bug fixing.Read full article on Community Announcements (Char-it)Patch NotesOfficial
Update Notes for Nov 2
Add a quit button to the game. Bug fixing.Read full article on Community Announcements (Char-it)Patch NotesOfficial
Update Notes for Oct 31
Fix a bug where the settings panel is sometimes not displayed correctly Fix a bug where the volume is not set correctly Fix a bug where some achievements are not triggered correctlyRead full article on Community Announcements (Char-it)






