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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Single-Player

+14

82%

Audience ScoreBased on 704 reviews

story4 positive mentions

stability14 negative mentions

The game has a fun and engaging atmosphere, reminiscent of older Hello Neighbor titles.
Players enjoy the challenge of solving puzzles and the thrill of avoiding the aggressive AI.
It's a free alpha version that offers a lot of potential and is considered better than the full release by some players.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, leading to crashes and frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many players find the AI behavior to be erratic and overly punishing, making it difficult to progress.
The lack of clear instructions and confusing puzzles detracts from the overall experience.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
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. Many feel that the narrative does not adequately connect to previous installments, leading to confusion and dissatisfaction. Overall, the story appears to be a significant point of contention among players, with calls for more development and clarity.
- “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?”
- “---{ story }---”
- “There is almost no story.”
- “It was alright, but it needs more story to the game.”
- “How does the plot follow? Seriously, shouldn't a game be about a sequel following the first and not make a mission like that's literally like Resident Evil 4 when we're in a mission?”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
88%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs and glitches affecting gameplay, such as characters getting stuck and other design flaws. While some players find it enjoyable despite these issues, the overall consensus highlights a significant need for improvements in stability. A few users noted a lack of bugs, but these opinions are in the minority.
- “Yes, very good alpha; not buggy at all.”
- “This piece of garbage is buggy, terribly designed, and far too punishing.”
- “Fun but there are many glitches.”
- “Very buggy”
humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the antics of the characters, particularly the "raven man" throwing them out of windows, to be hilarious. Many enjoy the game's comedic bugs and broken AI, which add to the fun and encourage playful exploration rather than strict gameplay. Overall, the game is described as consistently funny and entertaining.
- “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
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The gameplay of Hello Neighbor 2 has received mixed reviews, with some praising its concept and potential mechanics, while others criticize it for being glitchy and inferior to the original game. Many players express disappointment over the scrapping of good mechanics in the full release and highlight issues with AI and controls, suggesting that the open-world aspect feels unnecessary. Overall, there is a strong sentiment urging caution for potential players, with recommendations to explore earlier versions instead.
- “The concept is amazing and the mechanics could work really well.”
- “It has very good mechanics, but is glitchy. Above all, I'd say that the full release scrapped most of the good mechanics.”
- “I know Hello Neighbor 2 will be good; I just hope we don't get any gameplay spoilers based on some random animation/scripted gameplay 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.”
- “---{ gameplay }---”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
42%
8%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and almost realistic quality, with many users noting the vibrant and colorful style reminiscent of indie games. However, some players have reported bugs that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a standout feature.
- “Great game, I love the graphics, and AI, and overall it's a fun game.”
- “It's a good game, love the graphics, they're so beautiful but there are a lot of bugs.”
- “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
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive quality, with players enjoying the abundance of hidden elements that enhance the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is truly immersive, filled with hidden details that make exploration enjoyable.”
- “The game creates a captivating atmosphere, with plenty of secrets to discover that enhance the experience.”
- “I love the rich atmosphere and the abundance of hidden elements that add to the fun!”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is widely praised for its cool soundtrack and cinematic quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “Cool soundtrack and cinematic!”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews consistently highlight that the game requires significant optimization improvements to enhance performance and overall user experience.
- “One thing I should note— it needs to be optimized.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, often likening it to needing a second life to manage the demands.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”

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