Hidden

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Hidden is a single player action game. It was developed by Soaring Games and was released on August 7, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Hidden is a third person perspective, anime-styled, puzzle-escape game inspired by Japanese horror RPG. Players are able to switch between characters, Yuna and Luna, or even control both of them together depending on the situations. Enjoy solving various types of puzzles based on clues and items found in each floor of the facility. Start your escape journey from a mysterious facility together w…

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67%

Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a tense stealth-action experience with a unique atmosphere that keeps players engaged.
It features a sincere attempt at game development, showcasing potential for future improvements and updates.
The simple visuals and relaxing atmosphere, combined with fun puzzles, create an enjoyable experience for players who appreciate indie games.

The game is plagued with numerous bugs and glitches, making it frustrating and often unplayable.
Gameplay mechanics are overly simplistic and can feel tedious, leading to a lack of engagement.
The game feels more like a short demo than a complete product, with limited content and depth.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are characterized by low-poly environments and untextured visuals, which some players find simplistic and lacking in detail. However, the aesthetic is described as deliberate and tastefully executed, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere despite the technical limitations. Overall, while the visuals may not impress everyone, they can be appreciated for their artistic intent.
- “In terms of technical execution, this is spartan, with untextured, low poly environments, but tastefully done so it looks like it's more of a deliberate art style than just the developer being lazy or incapable of doing better.”
- “If you don't mind the simple visuals and a bit of jank with object interaction, the few hours of entertainment you'll get out of the hidden aspects is satisfactory.”
- “In terms of technical execution, this is spartan, with untextured, low poly environments, but tastefully done so it looks like it's more of a deliberate art style than just the developer being lazy or incapable of doing better, which I suppose is the best we can reasonably hope for most of the time.”
- “If you don't mind the simple visuals and a bit of jank with object interaction, the few hours of entertainment you'll get out of the game is satisfactory.”
- “The game has a nice relaxing atmosphere and simple grayish visuals.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
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The gameplay is criticized for its poor mechanics and frustrating camera physics, leading to a lack of enjoyment and engagement. Players describe it as a tedious experience filled with repetitive tasks, such as navigating corridors and solving simple puzzles, which detracts from the overall fun. While it may have potential as a free game, many find it ultimately unfulfilling and reminiscent of a boring walking simulator.
- “The mechanics are engaging and provide a good mix of stealth and action, keeping players on their toes as they navigate through the environment.”
- “The controls are smooth and responsive, making it easy to immerse yourself in the gameplay and enjoy the challenges presented.”
- “Bad mechanics, bad camera physics, annoying laser puzzles... it was not fun to play and I just shut the game off as soon as I got all achievements - didn't even care about the ending.”
- “I guess it's an okay concept for a free game, but it can be kind of a boring walking simulator with some hurry-up-and-wait mechanics with the security cameras.”
- “Gameplay consists of basic third-person activities like running around corridors, dodging cameras and sentry bots, pushing furniture around so you can jump into ventilator shafts, and of course the good old find the keycard/flip the switch to end the level kind of busy work.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is heavily criticized due to numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, making it nearly impossible to reach the ending. Users express frustration over the lack of support from the developers, suggesting that the project has been abandoned. Overall, the game's stability issues significantly detract from the experience.
- “Can't recommend a free game full of bugs and glitches, making it nearly unbeatable. In the end, nothing happens to reach the conclusion due to these issues.”
- “There are lots of glitches, and it feels like the developers have abandoned the project.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized as thrilling yet relaxing, complemented by simple grayish visuals. It appeals to players seeking a budget-friendly puzzle experience featuring cute characters. Overall, it is recommended for those who appreciate a charming and laid-back ambiance.
- “The game has a nice, relaxing atmosphere and simple grayish visuals.”
- “If you're looking for a cheap puzzle game with cute characters and a thrilling atmosphere, this game is absolutely recommended for you.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as thrilling and intriguing, capturing the interest of players effectively.
- “Definitely thrilling and has an intriguing story to it.”