Hello Neighbor Alpha 1

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Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 is a single player action game. It was developed by Dynamic Pixels and was released on October 12, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Hello Neighbor is a stealth horror game about sneaking into your neighbor's house to figure out what horrible secrets he's hiding in the basement. You play against an advanced AI that learns from your every move. Really enjoying climbing through that backyard window? Expect a bear trap there. Sneaking through the front door? There'll be cameras there soon. Trying to escape? The Neighbor will find …

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,093 reviews

graphics19 positive mentions

stability53 negative mentions

Alpha 1 is considered the best version of Hello Neighbor, offering a more polished experience than the final release.
The game's atmosphere is genuinely scary, with effective chase music and a neighbor AI that adapts to player actions.
It's a fun and nostalgic game that many players recommend, especially for those who enjoy stealth and puzzle-solving.

The game is plagued with bugs and crashes frequently, which can disrupt gameplay.
Some players find the neighbor's AI to be overly predictable or easy to exploit, reducing the challenge.
The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content.

stability
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
98%
The game is widely described as fun and engaging, but it suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, which can detract from the overall experience. Many players note that while the game is in alpha and expected to be unstable, the enjoyment derived from its quirky glitches often compensates for the instability. Overall, stability issues are a common theme, with frequent crashes and gameplay interruptions being reported.
- “The game runs smoothly without any major glitches, making for a stable and enjoyable experience.”
- “I appreciate how the game maintains stability even during intense moments, allowing for seamless gameplay.”
- “The consistent performance and lack of crashes really enhance the overall experience.”
- “The game is very fun to play but it crashes sometimes, which is a bad thing, but doing glitches is cool and makes it fun.”
- “Bad about this game is many glitches and often crashes without reason.”
- “The game is not that fun due to the glitches that ruin the fun, but it is alpha 1 after all.”
graphics
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
54%
6%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their vibrant yet unsettling art style, which effectively sets a creepy tone reminiscent of a children's cartoon gone awry. Many players appreciate the realistic elements and detailed environments, noting that this version boasts the best graphics among the alphas, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. However, some users have reported bugs that can detract from the immersion, yet the visual appeal remains a strong point of the game.
- “The game has amazing graphics, three amazing chase themes, and an absolutely intriguing and mysterious story.”
- “Honestly this is the best version of Hello Neighbor hands down, in my opinion it has a superior art style, it's scarier than the final game, and is honestly just more fun to play.”
- “The art style — bright yet unsettling — created a surreal tone that felt like a children's cartoon gone eerily off-script.”
- “The graphics are very pretty but there are a lot of bugs that I found, including getting the neighbor stuck in your house, allowing you to roam around without worrying about being caught.”
- “I've always preferred the older realistic art style that this build and the pre-alpha and prototype have!”
music
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
76%
7%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the horror experience, particularly the tense chase music that intensifies the feeling of danger during encounters with the neighbor. While many players find the ambient and chase tracks effective and immersive, some criticize the repetitive nature of certain music cues, which can become annoying over time. Overall, the soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere, making it both thrilling and frightening.
- “The chase music is pretty tense and so is the ambient music.”
- “Scary game puzzles not too difficult; I really like the sound of the music; it makes it super scary.”
- “Oh my god, the chase music nearly gave me a heart attack.”
- “The music doesn't stop playing in the background.”
- “I can't customize controls, the tutorial text is in my face (glitch) and the music when the neighbor sees you is too obnoxious.”
- “This game is my least favorite game because it keeps constantly crashing and because of the loud music the neighbor plays.”
gameplay
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
37%
8%
Overall, the gameplay has received positive feedback for its fun mechanics, smooth execution, and engaging AI, which creates unique experiences in each playthrough. Many players appreciate the immersive storyline and challenging yet enjoyable gameplay, although some have noted issues with bugs and clunky controls. The game is often regarded as one of the best iterations in the series, particularly for its graphics and innovative gameplay elements.
- “For many, this reactive AI was groundbreaking, creating emergent gameplay moments that felt unique to each playthrough.”
- “The story is compelling and the gameplay is challenging without being frustrating.”
- “Ngl this game runs very smoothly and has great gameplay too!”
- “☐ negatively affects gameplay”
- “So many bugs, neighbor is too slow and boring gameplay overall”
- “This is better than the full game, I really wish they would've stayed with this style of gameplay.”
story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
52%
11%
The game's story is described as immersive and intriguing, with players appreciating its atmospheric storytelling and the gradual revelation of plot through clues and events. While some reviews note a lack of depth in certain iterations, many find the narrative compelling and engaging, contributing to an overall enjoyable gameplay experience. However, a few players express disappointment with the brevity of the story.
- “For players who value innovation and atmospheric storytelling over technical perfection, it remains a fascinating and memorable first chapter in the neighbor saga.”
- “The game has amazing graphics, three amazing chase themes, and an absolutely intriguing and mysterious story.”
- “The story is compelling and the gameplay is challenging without being frustrating.”
- “☐ no story”
- “▢ this game has no story”
- “Super good but sadly short story but very very fun and good music 10/10 stars”
humor
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both genuinely funny and enhanced by amusing bugs and glitches. Many reviews highlight the comedic interactions with the neighbor and the entertaining scenarios that arise from gameplay, making it a fun experience overall. The game's quirky characters and unexpected moments contribute to its lighthearted and humorous atmosphere.
- “Also, the bugs in this game make it more funny and more fun.”
- “The game is so funny when the neighbor gets stuff in the elevator.”
- “It has many fun puzzles, funny glitches, and easter eggs around the map, and it is very fun to glitch the neighbor inside your house.”
atmosphere
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The atmosphere in "Hello Neighbor Alpha 1" is widely praised for its terrifying and gritty qualities, enhanced by a minimalist design that fosters a sense of unease and mystery. Players appreciate the claustrophobic environments and the responsive AI, which contribute to a thrilling exploration experience. Overall, the game is recognized for its innovative approach to atmospheric storytelling, making it a memorable entry in the series.
- “It’s this minimalist setup that fuels the game’s atmosphere — there's no hand-holding, no obvious objectives, and no safety net.”
- “A gritty atmosphere, claustrophobic environments (the neighbor's house), and an AI.”
- “It's this minimalist setup that fuels the game's atmosphere — there's no hand-holding, no obvious objectives, and no safety net.”
- “A gritty atmosphere, claustrophobic environments, and an unsettling AI.”
- “The minimal UI and eerie atmosphere add to the mystery and make exploration feel unnerving and exciting.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's sandbox-style freedom and community-driven discoveries as key factors contributing to its high replayability. The presence of multiplayer options and entertaining glitches further enhances the experience, making it infinitely replayable.
- “Infinitely replayable multiplayer.”
- “This sandbox-style freedom gave rise to countless memorable moments and community-driven discoveries, laying the groundwork for the puzzle-solving and replayability the series would later embrace.”
- “Very fun and a lot of glitches, so it has a lot of replayability.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, indicating that it requires excessive time and effort, often feeling tedious and repetitive. The need for "a second life" suggests that the grinding can be overwhelming and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, highlighting moments that evoke fear and nostalgia. The ability to elicit genuine scares, even for those familiar with the series, enhances its effectiveness as a horror experience. Overall, it successfully combines emotional depth with thrilling gameplay.
- “It made me cry... I can't believe I wasn't scared of this as a child.”
- “This is one of the only Hello Neighbor games that actually got a scare out of me and made me feel the fear that the neighbor could show up out of nowhere, making this truly a horror game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with users highlighting it as a major issue despite praising other aspects. Overall, the consensus indicates that the PC version suffers from poor optimization, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Terrible PC optimization.”
- “10/10, with the only complaint being poor optimization.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Many users express disappointment with the game's monetization, noting a shift towards cash grab tactics since 2016, which has detracted from their overall enjoyment.
- “I remember being a fan of this game back in 2016, and seeing it progressively turn into a cash grab was sad.”
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “It's frustrating that so many features are locked behind paywalls, which ruins the overall experience.”

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Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 is a action game.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 28 hours playing Hello Neighbor Alpha 1.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 was released on October 12, 2019.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 was developed by Dynamic Pixels.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 1 is a single player game.

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