Haunting Hijinx

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Haunting Hijinx is a multiplayer action game. It was developed by zibetnu and was released on November 18, 2024. It received very positive reviews from players.

Haunting Hijinx is a spiritual successor to a classic minigame where one player is a ghost and up to four players are ghost hunters. Haunt a Spooky Mansion Concealed by shadow, you will seek to outwit the ghost hunters and make them faint. A single touch is all it takes, but beware their searing lights! You must be clever if you are to catch the fiends off guard. Your goal is to make all the hu…

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Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

The game is a fun and easy multiplayer experience, especially enjoyable when played with friends.
It features charming new maps and a nostalgic gameplay style reminiscent of classic Nintendo mini-games.
The pixel art and animations are visually appealing, contributing to an engaging atmosphere.

The game suffers from a lack of meaningful single-player content and has low player engagement.
Some players find the game limited in content and replay value, making it less appealing over time.
There are concerns about the controls and mechanics, with some players wishing for better keyboard support.

graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics of the game are polarizing, with some praising the beautiful pixel art and animations that evoke nostalgia, while others criticize the visuals as subpar and lacking depth. Despite the mixed opinions, many agree that the art style contributes positively to the overall experience, reminiscent of successful titles like Terraria and Stardew Valley.
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer had the skill to do the job of creating breathtaking visuals, or could afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded in part due to their pixel graphics.”
- “I really like the art style, animations, and music: not too complex/busy and very eye-pleasing.”
- “This features really godawful pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The gameplay is characterized by a straightforward yet engaging loop that offers high replay value, with balanced mechanics that enhance the experience. Players appreciate the mouse pointing mechanic, although some have encountered issues with it, suggesting a desire for alternative control options. Overall, the game provides a solid and enjoyable gameplay experience.
- “Solid little game with a surprisingly catchy gameplay loop.”
- “Gameplay and mechanics are pretty straightforward, but there is surprisingly high replay value.”
- “There are several mechanics I like, and I feel like both sides are balanced in their strengths and trade-offs.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some users find the straightforward gameplay and limited content diminish its replay value, others are pleasantly surprised by its engaging mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Gameplay and mechanics are pretty straightforward, but there is surprisingly high replay value.”
- “Not much content and not much replay value.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for its simplicity and pleasing quality, complementing the overall art style and animations effectively.
- “I really like the art style, animations, and music: not too complex or busy, and very eye-pleasing.”