# Tick Tock: A Tale for Two

> Two-player adventure

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1357651989](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1357651989)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1357651989`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Other Tales Interactive ApS
- **Category:** Adventure
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (293 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.1.9
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-28
- **First published:** 2019-03-08
- **Size:** 949 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tick-tock-a-tale-for-two/id1357651989)
- **Website:** [https://www.ticktockthegame.com/](https://www.ticktockthegame.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ticktockthegame.com/privacy-policy](https://www.ticktockthegame.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two is an eerie cooperative puzzle game designed for two players. Each player must own the game on a separate device to play, and you must solve intertwined clues across two screens to escape a clockwork world. It supports local and remote play on two devices, including cross-platform options with Nintendo Switch and PC/Mac, with only a voice connection needed to stay in sync.

The game’s clever split-clue mechanic creates a tense, atmospheric teamwork experience that strengthens when players communicate. It has earned multiple awards and nominations, including the Danish Games Awards 2020 (Best Debut, Best Emergent Experience), BAFTA Games Awards 2020 nomination, and IndieCade wins, with praise from TouchArcade, Eurogamer, and Coin-Drop for its design and mood.

## Rankings

- #93,608 — Overall
- #12 — Play Together With Co-Op

## Review summary

Tick Tock: A Tale for Two is a strong two-player cooperative puzzle experience with great atmosphere and a satisfying puzzle flow. It shines for couples and long-distance duos who enjoy communicating to solve challenges, but is hampered by a short length, abrupt ending, and a harsh “wasted time” message. Several reviewers feel the content is too light for the price, and a few puzzles can be frustrating or unclear, leaving players wanting more closure and content.

### Pros

- Co-op puzzle design that requires clear communication and teamwork for two players.
- Great for couples or long-distance partners to play together and connect.
- Atmosphere and visual style are strong, with a spooky but not scary vibe.
- Clever, varied puzzles that are satisfying to solve and provide a sense of progress.

### Cons

- Very short playtime (roughly 2–3 hours) with only a few chapters.
- Ending is abrupt and lacks closure, leaving loose threads.
- End-of-game message about wasting time (e.g., you wasted minutes) comes across as harsh.
- Content feels sparse for the price; not much to replay or expand on.
- Some puzzles are not intuitive or occasionally frustrating, especially in later chapters.

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