Hidden in Plain Sight
- November 18, 2011
- Adam Spragg
- 1h median play time
Get on Steam"Hidden in Plain Sight" is a multiplayer party game where players must complete tasks while blending in with NPCs in various historical settings. Avoid detection by other players as you complete objectives such as stealing treasures or delivering messages. With a variety of modes, this game offers a fun and engaging experience for up to 4 players.
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Linux
Reviews
- Hidden in Plain Sight is a fantastic local multiplayer game that is easy to learn and provides endless fun, making it perfect for parties.
- The game features a variety of engaging modes that encourage deception and strategy, ensuring that every session is unique and entertaining.
- It's accessible for players of all skill levels, allowing both gamers and non-gamers to enjoy the experience together.
- The game requires multiple Xbox controllers for local play, which can be a barrier for some players, as it lacks keyboard support.
- While the gameplay is fun, the graphics and sound design are quite basic, which may deter some players from giving it a chance.
- The game is limited to local multiplayer only, which restricts its replayability for those who want to play online with friends.
- gameplay46 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its blend of simple mechanics, easy controls, and engaging multiplayer options, making it accessible and enjoyable for players of all skill levels. Many reviews highlight the game's originality and the depth of strategy it offers, particularly in local multiplayer settings, where it fosters fun and competitive interactions. While some note a lack of polish and suggest room for improvement in game modes, the core gameplay remains solid and entertaining, often leading to memorable experiences with friends.
“It's the perfect mix of good mechanics, simple controls, and fun stakes.”
“The gameplay is excellent; it makes for a great party game.”
“Fun and original gameplay mechanics which result in lots of off-screen tension, provocation, and yelling.”
“The basic gameplay of every mode is fairly similar.”
“This game could be a lot better with more game modes or more polished gameplay.”
“It might come off somewhat amateurish at times, but the core gameplay is so solid that it doesn’t have much of an impact on your enjoyment.”
- graphics41 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized as low-quality and simplistic, reminiscent of 90s indie titles, which allows it to run on a wide range of machines. While many players find the visuals unremarkable or even unattractive, they often emphasize that the gameplay experience compensates for this shortcoming, providing hours of fun and replayability. Overall, the art style is seen as charming and functional, with some players appreciating its nostalgic appeal despite the lack of customization options.
“The graphics may be simple, but the replayability is endless.”
“Don't let the simple graphics deceive you, this game is a whole lot of fun.”
“Graphics are indie and remind me of the 16-bit pixelish era, controls simple and responsive - only played with pads - music uncanny.”
“The only flaw I've encountered is its lack of technical options, making you unable to customize audio/graphic settings and other things.”
“Mediocre graphics, generic art assets, terrible menu controls, no mouse support, and controller only.”
“I was hesitant to buy this game due to its simplistic graphics.”
- humor40 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is consistently praised, particularly in local multiplayer settings with friends, where players report laughing hysterically and enjoying unforgettable moments together. Its simple mechanics and engaging gameplay lead to a mix of intense competition and comedic situations, making it a reliable choice for fun and laughter during game nights. Overall, it is regarded as a must-have party game that guarantees a good time filled with humor.
“The first few games had me and my friends lying on the floor hysterically laughing.”
“This game was the scene of unforgettable moments with my friends, hours spent laughing, insulting each other, promising vengeance, deploying strategies from the most to the least subtle.”
“I've had a room full of people cursing at each other, laughing their asses off to tears, and jumping up and down, while at other times the whole room is silent in concentration and suspense, every set of eyes dead-focused on trying not to be caught by the others' - all caused by this wonderfully simple yet strategically genius video game.”
- music10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as minimalistic and average, contributing to the overall ambience without being particularly memorable or groundbreaking. While some players find it adds to the fun, others note issues with audio cues and the lack of options to customize or mute the music. Overall, the soundtrack is not a focal point, but it complements the gameplay experience.
“The music is minimalistic, but everyone's so busy listening out for the coin/attack cues that it just adds to the ambience.”
“The music and art make it seem so serious until someone swings out of nowhere unexpectedly only to miss and smoke bomb.”
“I am having an issue on remote play together where friends don't hear the audio of an assassination or kill but do hear the music.”
“The visuals and music are average, neither groundbreaking nor disappointing.”
“You can modify the game modes, but there aren't even options to turn off the music or anything along those lines.”
- replayability8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its high replayability, attributed to its simple yet engaging concept and the variety of strategies available. With multiple game modes and a low price point, it offers hours of fun, making it a worthwhile choice for players seeking repeated enjoyment. Overall, the combination of humor and simplicity contributes to its endless replay value.
“While it is fairly simple, the number of strategies you can employ make it extremely replayable.”
“All in all worth the cheap price, definitely a couple of hours of good party fun here and lots of replay value.”
“While it is fairly simple, the number of strategies you can employ makes it extremely replayable.”
“A hilarious game; simple in concept and yet entirely replayable.”
“Five different game modes add to replayability.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the emotional aspect of the game through its ability to foster wholesome family interactions and shared experiences, particularly in modes that encourage teamwork and friendly competition. The enjoyment expressed by both younger and older players underscores the game's capacity to create memorable moments together.
“My ancient parents enjoyed it immensely, and it was very nice to just have some wholesome family gaming together.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is considered unnecessary by some users, suggesting that it may not significantly enhance the overall gaming experience.
