Hello Neighbor Alpha 4

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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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Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,128 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

stability74 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and nostalgic experience, especially for fans of the Hello Neighbor series.
The graphics and atmosphere are engaging, with a vibrant art style that enhances the gameplay.
The puzzles are challenging and encourage exploration, making it rewarding to uncover secrets.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
The AI of the neighbor is inconsistent and often fails to provide a real challenge, reducing the game's tension.
Many players find the puzzles confusing and lacking clear hints, leading to reliance on walkthroughs.

stability
75 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
99%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a high frequency of glitches and bugs that significantly impact gameplay. While some users find the glitches amusing and part of the fun, many others express frustration over issues like disappearing items, AI problems, and frequent crashes. Overall, the consensus is that the game is very buggy, making it difficult to recommend for a smooth gaming experience.
- “This game is awesome; it has no glitches, but it features the best glitch, which is the neighbor getting stuck.”
- “The stability of this game is impressive; I haven't encountered any crashes or major issues.”
- “I appreciate how smooth the gameplay is; it runs flawlessly without any interruptions.”
- “I reckon that if you play alpha 1 instead, it will be more fun than playing this buggy abomination. I know it's an alpha, but since it's the final alpha, bugs should be getting fixed, not getting even worse as the game gets further updates.”
- “The game is extremely buggy and there are dev textures right as you spawn in. There's a glitch where you can't pick anything up, which happens a lot in the franchise.”
- “Don't play this pile of steaming garbage. Models look like they were built by a child in Blender, the game glitches frequently, and there is no rhyme or reason to the actions you have to do.”
gameplay
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
67%
7%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the innovative mechanics and engaging atmosphere, while others criticize the removal of features from previous versions and the presence of bugs. Overall, it builds on the foundation of its predecessors, offering a compelling experience, though some feel it lacks depth compared to earlier installments. Despite these criticisms, many players find the gameplay addictive and enjoyable, highlighting its strategic elements.
- “Developed by Dynamic Pixels, this installment builds upon the foundation laid by its predecessors, refining gameplay mechanics and expanding the narrative, all while maintaining the core essence that made the series so compelling.”
- “Its engaging gameplay, improved AI, and rich atmosphere create an experience that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.”
- “With its engaging gameplay, immersive atmosphere, and endless surprises, it's a game that will keep you coming back for more.”
- “This game is pretty good; it's just that they removed some of the gameplay from the original game, but it's alright overall.”
- “Apart from that, the house is decent; some broken mechanics here and there, but it's basically a simpler version of the Act 3 house of the full game.”
- “The house that ruined the lore, gameplay, and fun of this beautiful old idea :(”
story
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
69%
9%
The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the deeper exploration of the neighbor's backstory and the environmental storytelling that enhances character motivations. However, others criticize the lack of a cohesive narrative, feeling that the game introduces unnatural elements and fails to deliver a satisfying storyline. Overall, while some find the story engaging and filled with secrets, others express disappointment in its execution and development.
- “The storyline in alpha 4 dives deeper into the neighbor's backstory, revealing layers of complexity and emotion.”
- “As players unravel the narrative through environmental storytelling and hidden documents, they gain a deeper understanding of the character's motivations and fears.”
- “This is a super fun game, and I would recommend it to anybody looking for a suspenseful brainteaser, with a mysterious twist and storyline.”
- “I think people can agree that they don't like this alpha as it introduces more unnatural elements to the Hello Neighbor story, with the minigames and the bigger house that the neighbor can barely get around.”
- “And even in the final release, we weren't given any story.”
- “The developers just got the community to make up a story, and the developers just went along with it, really lazy.”
graphics
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
58%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the vibrant colors and unique art style, while others criticize unfinished areas, clashing aesthetics, and technical issues like crashes. Many players appreciate the distinct cartoony visuals, though some feel the execution detracts from the overall atmosphere, particularly in a horror context. Overall, while there are standout elements, the inconsistency in quality and performance issues significantly impact the experience.
- “The graphics blew my mind and the experience was very challenging, very fun, and very funny.”
- “Visually, alpha 4 retains the distinct art style of the series, characterized by its vibrant colors and slightly cartoony aesthetics, juxtaposed with a dark, unsettling undertone.”
- “What I like about this game is, first of all, the graphics; they are astounding!”
- “This one I think looks particularly bad because of the unfinished areas, clashing art styles, missing textures, and plain bad design.”
- “But if you're having the same problem as me or any raging 5-year-old on their mom's Dell laptop and you just can't seem to play the game, even on the lowest graphics settings, it still just keeps on crashing.”
- “Also, the artwork is just so painful; everything is tilted or just looks like a 4-year-old drew it.”
humor
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
11%
Overall, the humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many players finding it both funny and entertaining, often highlighting amusing glitches and the comical behavior of the neighbor character. The blend of humor and horror creates a unique experience, making it enjoyable for players of all ages, despite some mentioning occasional bugs that can detract from the experience. However, a few reviews noted that the humor may not resonate with everyone, indicating a mixed reception in that regard.
- “The graphics blew my mind and the experience is very challenging, very fun, and very funny.”
- “This game is confusing, terrifying, and hilarious!”
- “So many secrets to uncover, puzzles, and cool secrets. The giant house and neighbor's AI can break, but it's so funny. If you shoot the neighbor with the gun under his feet and keep shooting for a bit, he will eventually go flying out of bounds.”
- “Not funny.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
50%
38%
The optimization of the game is widely criticized, with users describing it as extremely poor and unoptimized, particularly for mid-range PCs. Many reviewers note that the lack of optimization significantly detracts from the overall experience, making gameplay frustrating and challenging. Despite some positive aspects, the consensus is that the game's performance issues overshadow its potential.
- “This alpha was one of the hardest and most unoptimized alphas of them all.”
- “The most unoptimized Hello Neighbor alpha to exist on the planet.”
- “The build is good but poorly optimized.”
- “Fun but very poorly optimized.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
29%
29%
The atmosphere in Alpha 4 is described as intricate and immersive, enhancing the gameplay with a mix of eerie elements and engaging puzzles. While earlier builds of Hello Neighbor successfully conveyed a sense of danger and realism, the latest iteration's graphics and art style have been critiqued for not aligning with the horror theme, potentially diminishing the overall tension.
- “Its engaging gameplay, improved AI, and rich atmosphere create an experience that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.”
- “Hello Neighbor is meant to be a horror game; the atmosphere in the builds of the prototype, pre-alpha, alpha 1, and 2 makes the game feel as if you are actually in danger. It has a sense of realism and looks as if the map was real.”
- “Hello, Neighbor is meant to be a horror game. The atmosphere in the builds of the prototype, pre-alpha, alpha 1, and 2 makes the game feel as if you are actually in danger. It had a sense of realism and looked as if the map was real.”
- “Alpha 4 introduces players to a more intricate environment filled with secrets, puzzles, and eerie atmospheres.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
Players consistently express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to manage it effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The music in the game is highly praised, with many considering it to be one of its standout features, contributing to an overall positive experience. However, some users have noted glitches, such as the chase music playing indefinitely, which can detract from the immersion. Overall, the music is described as perfect and a key element of the game's appeal.
- “A solid 10/10 game with perfect music and a brilliant layout.”
- “The game is very good, but it kind of gets boring; it has the best music and the graphics are cartoonish but very nice.”
- “The chase music plays indefinitely, which becomes really annoying.”
- “There are several glitches, including the neighbor getting stuck behind the painting on the second floor.”
- “The music can get repetitive and loses its impact over time.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the developer is criticized for prioritizing profit over quality, as they are known for releasing unfinished games filled with bugs while quickly moving on to new projects for financial gain.
- “The developer has a terrible track record of half-finishing a game, leaving it with game-breaking bugs, and rushing off to work on the next game to make a cash grab out of that.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy basic features that should be included in the game.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many paywalls in a game that could have been great without the constant pressure to spend money.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game offers significant replayability, with many users highlighting its ability to engage players through various elements that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “This game offers plenty of replay value.”
- “The different choices and outcomes make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “I keep coming back for more because there are so many paths to explore.”