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Hello Neighbor Alpha 3

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72%Game Brain Score
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72% User Score Based on 835 reviews

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Hello Neighbor Alpha 3 is a single player action game. It was developed by Dynamic Pixels and was released on October 17, 2019. It received mostly 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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72%
Audience ScoreBased on 835 reviews
gameplay7 positive mentions
stability29 negative mentions
  • The dark, eerie environment enhances the horror atmosphere, making the game feel scarier and more immersive.
  • The AI behavior is interesting, as it learns from the player's actions, adding a layer of challenge to the gameplay.
  • The game introduces a larger house with more complex puzzles and exploration opportunities, which many players find engaging.
  • The game is excessively dark, making it difficult to see and navigate without a flashlight, which frustrates many players.
  • The neighbor's AI is often criticized for being inconsistent, with instances of it getting stuck or being overly aggressive.
  • Many players find the puzzles to be confusing and poorly designed, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
  • stability
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Many players note that these issues, including broken AI and visibility problems, make gameplay frustrating and often force restarts. While some find enjoyment in exploiting these glitches, the consensus is that the game is a janky and unstable mess, particularly in its alpha state.

    • “It's buggy and it takes so long to complete not because it's hard but because the boxes disappear and stuff.”
    • “It is not fun and also constantly has glitches ruining the whole game and forcing you to restart.”
    • “But if you want a Hello Neighbor game but it's always nighttime, has extreme amounts of bugs and glitches, environments that are too dark to see in, has (probably) the stupidest neighbor AI, and overall just a mess to play with, then go ahead and play this.”
  • gameplay
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the improvements in vertical movement and environmental interactions, while others criticize the AI behavior and lack of save points. Many find the platforming mechanics inadequate for the game's demands, leading to frustration, and the overall experience is described as either fun or overly challenging due to darkness and physics issues. Overall, the gameplay seems to be a divisive aspect, with some praising its potential and others deeming it bland or problematic.

    • “That sense of scale is matched by improvements in both gameplay and AI behavior.”
    • “In terms of mechanics, Alpha 3 allows for greater vertical movement, platforming, and environmental interactions.”
    • “The AI is a bit wonky and so is the gameplay, but overall it's very fun!”
    • “Gameplay: 2.5/10, there's legit too much content in the game.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it's impossible to play without the flashlight and the game-breaking mentality.”
    • “The AI is now complete garbage, the massive house that the main threat can't access 50% of was a horrible idea; gameplay is bland, boring, and overly frustrating.”
  • graphics
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the blend of art styles while others criticize the dark visuals that obscure textures and contribute to a cartoonish aesthetic. Many users note that the graphics have regressed compared to earlier versions, with complaints about missing textures and poor lighting overshadowing the overall experience. However, a few players still commend the graphics as impressive, highlighting their appeal in certain aspects.

    • “First off, I'd like to say what appealed to me the most originally: the fact that the game was in its middle ground between the two art styles, the original, more 'creepy' and 'nostalgic' style that made up the prototypes and first few alphas, and its new 'wonky', cartoonish style.”
    • “Graphics are a 10/10, gameplay 10/8.”
    • “The graphics are very great, actually better than the real game.”
    • “It's good, but the game is way too dark in medium or higher graphics quality, and there are some areas that aren't textured. The physics are bad, and softlocks happen most of the time.”
    • “It was most likely made dark to hide some missing textures on the house, but come on now, you could've used some placeholder graphics and brightened up the map instead of... this.”
    • “Graphics: 4/10, it's cartoony, the textures are worse than pre-alpha, and shadows take 80% of the graphic intensity.”
  • story
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews for the "story" aspect of the game are mixed, with some players appreciating the environmental storytelling and the sense of mystery it evokes, while others criticize the lack of a coherent narrative or depth, likening it to games with minimal story engagement. Overall, the game's storytelling elements seem to resonate with some players, but many feel it falls short in delivering a substantial narrative.

    • “Alpha 3 also introduces more environmental storytelling—objects, strange room designs, and hidden clues that imply a narrative far beyond what’s on the surface.”
    • “Even though I know the story, it still gives me that feeling of the unknown and mystery I felt then. I literally love this game and it reminds me of my childhood.”
    • “Epic story.”
    • “Worst hello neighbor alpha ever, they put an AI that was supposed to be in a 1-story house into an entire skyscraper compared to alpha 2. Sure, alpha 1's house was big, but the 3rd floor and up wasn't even used.”
    • “No story.”
    • “This game has no story.”
  • atmosphere
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere in the game is characterized by a pervasive sense of darkness and tension, effectively creating a horror vibe despite its cartoonish style. Users appreciate the eerie silence, unpredictable sound cues, and the overall ambient tension, which enhance the unsettling experience, although some note that the lack of visibility can be challenging. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its ability to evoke a creepy and immersive environment, making it one of the standout features of the game.

    • “The atmosphere of the old theories is very well preserved.”
    • “Combined with the eerie silence, unpredictable sound cues, and ambient tension, Alpha 3 succeeds in crafting an atmosphere that’s both playful and unsettling.”
    • “Of course, this is the most terrible alpha in terms of lighting, but this dark night really creates a horror atmosphere, even with a cartoon style.”
    • “Combined with the eerie silence, unpredictable sound cues, and ambient tension, alpha 3 succeeds in crafting an atmosphere that’s both playful and unsettling.”
    • “The atmosphere of the map with everything being dark and ambient actually gave Hello Neighbor more of a horror game feel rather than the plain one that it currently gives now.”
  • humor
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players noting its blend of dark comedy and absurd moments that enhance the overall experience. Many find the AI's antics amusing, contributing to the game's entertaining and funny atmosphere, despite its horror elements. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm, making the game both challenging and enjoyable.

    • “The game is funny and hard at the same time!”
    • “It is such an entertaining and funny game.”
    • “It's so funny when something crazy happens.”
    • “Not funny.”
    • “The humor fell flat and didn't resonate with me.”
    • “I expected more laughs, but the jokes were stale.”
  • music
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising the intro music and the atmospheric chase themes that enhance the gameplay experience. While the overall gameplay may have its flaws, the soundtrack, particularly in the opening cutscene and during tense moments, is highlighted as a strong point that adds to the game's creepiness.

    • “The intro music is very good; however, the gameplay is not.”
    • “Good game and good intro music.”
    • “Alpha 3 is good, and the fact that it's dark and you can't see where the neighbor is coming from but you can only hear the chase music, in my opinion, makes it creepy and good.”
    • “The only good thing about it is the opening cutscene and its music.”
    • “The sound/music is disappointing, especially when using headphones.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game excessively time-consuming, often requiring significant effort to progress. The necessity of adjusting settings or using a flashlight adds to the tedium, making the experience feel more laborious. Overall, many feel that the grinding demands an unrealistic investment of time.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “You can't see anything without a flashlight or changing the settings, making it tedious to play.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers decent optimization for mid-range PCs, allowing for a playable experience with reasonable graphics settings. However, some users report occasional performance dips and stuttering, suggesting that further optimization could enhance stability and frame rates. Overall, while it runs adequately on mid-tier hardware, there is room for improvement.

    • “The game runs smoothly even on mid-range PCs, showcasing excellent optimization.”
    • “I was pleasantly surprised by how well the game performs on my older hardware; the optimization is top-notch.”
    • “The developers have done a fantastic job optimizing the game, allowing for a great experience without needing high-end specs.”
    • “The game struggles to run smoothly on mid-range PCs, often resulting in frustrating lag and stuttering.”
    • “Despite having decent hardware, I found the optimization lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and long loading times.”
    • “The performance issues on mid-tier systems are disappointing, making it hard to enjoy the gameplay experience.”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users highlight that the game offers high replayability, particularly in its multiplayer mode, making it infinitely enjoyable for players seeking varied experiences.

    • “The game is infinitely replayable, especially in multiplayer mode.”
    • “I find myself coming back to this game over and over again; the replayability is fantastic!”
    • “Each playthrough offers something new, making it a truly replayable experience.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the game delivers a profound emotional impact, often leaving them feeling vulnerable and affected by its narrative twists, particularly the ending. The experience is described as a rapid journey through emotional turmoil, highlighting the game's ability to evoke strong feelings.

    • “The emotional damage speedrun was a rollercoaster of feelings.”
    • “I would miss the roof jump, lose the keycard, and get emotionally impacted by the ending again.”
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Hello Neighbor Alpha 3 is a action game.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 3 is available on PC and Windows.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 3 was released on October 17, 2019.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 3 was developed by Dynamic Pixels.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 3 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 3 is a single player game.

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