Hello Neighbor 2 Alpha 1

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Hello Neighbor 2 is a Stealth Horror Game where you’re being stalked by a mysterious creature as you try to track down Mr. Peterson (The Neighbor) who has disappeared after the events of the first game. Play against an advanced, self-learning AI that tracks and adapts to your every move. Join the Neighborhood: http://bit.ly/HN2discord Be in the Know: http://bit.ly/HN2newsletter Hello Neighb…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+14

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 352 reviews

humor8 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a fun and engaging atmosphere, reminiscent of older Hello Neighbor titles.
Players enjoy the challenging puzzles and the thrill of avoiding the aggressive AI.
Many find the game to be a significant improvement over its predecessors, with enjoyable mechanics and graphics.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading to crashes and frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many players feel that the AI is poorly designed, making the game less enjoyable and more annoying.
The lack of clear instructions and confusing puzzles can leave players feeling lost and frustrated.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
33%
The reviews present a mixed perspective on the game's story, with some players finding it compelling and engaging, while others criticize it for lacking depth and coherence. Several users express disappointment over the minimal narrative content and the disconnection from previous installments, suggesting that the game feels more like a mission than a continuation of a story. Overall, the story aspect appears to be a significant point of contention among players.
- “It has a compelling story that always keeps you on the edge of your seat. Can you find out what the guest is hiding in the attic?”
- “It was alright, but it needs more story to the game.”
- “There is almost no story.”
- “No story.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
88%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as characters getting stuck and other design flaws. While some players find it enjoyable and recommend exploring its quirks, the overall consensus highlights significant stability issues that detract from the experience.
- “Yes, very good alpha; not buggy at all.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or major issues.”
- “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it really enhances the overall experience.”
- “However, it has many bugs and glitches, like the guest getting stuck while dragging you, and another thing I want to bring up is the door.”
- “This piece of garbage is buggy, terribly designed, and far too punishing.”
- “Fun, but very buggy”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the antics of characters, such as being thrown out of windows and the amusingly broken AI, to be particularly entertaining. The game's comedic elements, including funny bugs and quirky interactions, contribute to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Overall, players describe it as a fun and funny game that encourages playful exploration.
- “I like it; it is fun and funny. I like how he throws you out of a window; it is awesome and it is free!”
- “I love this! The bugs are so funny, and when he throws me, sometimes I go flying across the map.”
- “Hilariously broken AI, which means that you don't have to beat the game; you'll just mess around with it.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
29%
29%
The gameplay of Hello Neighbor 2 has received mixed reviews, with some praising its innovative concept and mechanics, while others criticize it for being glitchy and poorly executed compared to the original. Many users express disappointment over the AI and controls, deeming the open-world aspect ineffective and recommending earlier versions instead. Overall, the gameplay experience appears to be inconsistent and frustrating for players.
- “The concept is amazing and the mechanics could work really well.”
- “I know Hello Neighbor 2 will be good; I just hope we don't get any gameplay spoilers based off of some random animation/scripted segment.”
- “This is by far the worst version of HN2. The AI and controls are horrible, the gameplay itself is worse than the original HN, and the open world part is useless. I would suggest not attempting to play this; I recommend HN2 Alpha 1.5 or Hello Guest.”
- “Please no more disappointments for the community with fake gameplay trailers like damn Ubisoft.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their almost realistic quality and beautiful design, with some comparisons to the colorful style of "Blinx: The Time Sweeper." However, players have noted the presence of bugs that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, enhancing its fun factor.
- “Great game, I love the graphics, the AI, and overall it's a fun game.”
- “It's a good game, I love the graphics; they're so beautiful.”
- “This game is fun and it has amazing graphics.”
- “The graphical style seems similar to Blinx: The Time Sweeper, that meh platformer game for the original Xbox, but more colorful and 'indie-like'.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging and immersive qualities, with many users appreciating the abundance of hidden elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, filled with hidden details that make exploration enjoyable.”
- “The game's ambiance is captivating, drawing you into its world with every little discovery.”
- “I absolutely love the atmosphere; it’s rich with secrets and surprises that enhance the experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is praised for its cool soundtrack and cinematic quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack is incredibly cool and adds a cinematic feel to the game!”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the soundtrack immerses you in the game's atmosphere!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users consistently highlight that the game requires further optimization to enhance performance and overall experience.
- “One thing I should note: it needs to be optimized.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”