Haunting Hijinx

About

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…

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat

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Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

The game is a lot of fun to play with friends and has high replay value.
It's free to play, making it accessible for everyone.
The art style, animations, and music are well done and visually appealing.

The game feels a bit limited with only one level and some rough edges.
Movement can be static, and the house may feel empty.
There is a lack of clear instructions on controls, which can be confusing for new players.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by straightforward mechanics that offer a surprising amount of replay value, with a balanced design that features distinct strengths and trade-offs for both sides. While the mouse pointing mechanic is generally well-received, some players have experienced issues, and there are suggestions for alternative control options to enhance the experience.
- “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.”
- “I like the mouse pointing mechanic, but my mouse started having issues (maybe it was just my mouse), and I would have liked to point the flashlight with the arrows while moving with WASD.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Despite the straightforward gameplay and mechanics, players find a surprisingly high level of replayability, indicating that the game offers enough variety or engagement to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Gameplay and mechanics are pretty straightforward, but there is surprisingly high replay value.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their appealing art style and smooth animations, creating a visually pleasing experience that is not overly complex or busy.
- “I really like the art style, animations, and music: not too complex or busy, and very eye-pleasing.”
music
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The music in the game is praised for its simplicity and pleasing quality, complementing the overall art style and animations effectively. Reviewers appreciate its unobtrusive nature, enhancing the gaming experience without overwhelming the player.
- “I really like the art style, animations, and music: not too complex or busy, and very eye-pleasing.”