Hide.io
- November 23, 2016
- iGene
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Get on Apple StoreHide.io is a strategy-based game with good mechanics, offering a humorous take on the classic hide and seek theme. While it boasts stellar visuals, the game is marred by frequent ads and bugs. Describing itself as "Hide and Seek for Online," Hide.io allows players to compete against each other in a virtual hide-and-seek arena.
Reviews
- The game is fun and addictive, providing a great way to pass the time.
- The graphics and gameplay are enjoyable, making it a good hide-and-seek experience.
- The ability to play both online and offline adds versatility to the game.
- There are frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, which can be frustrating.
- The chat feature allows inappropriate language and behavior, making it unsuitable for younger players.
- Many players report issues with glitches and bugs, such as being unable to move or being disconnected from servers.
- monetization134 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and timing of ads, particularly those that interrupt gameplay after losing. While some users appreciate that ads are generally skippable and only appear at specific moments, others find them invasive and detrimental to the overall experience. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game is enjoyable, a reduction in ad frequency and better timing could significantly enhance player satisfaction.
“Almost no ads as well, only after each round ends and skippable, so it's good enough.”
“There is no ads except if you lose/want to get coins.”
“Amazing quality, no ads that disturb you in the middle of the game.”
“My only problem was the ads, I do play and watch ads for a lot of times to earn extra gold, but it's so frustrating when the ad is literally finished and there were no rewards and it says I canceled the ad when I watched all the way through.”
“The randomly sprouting ads force quit you when in matches and also kick you from your current lobby.”
“This is literally a cash cow with little to no substance if you don't watch ads every 5 seconds.”
- stability46 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with users reporting numerous glitches that disrupt gameplay, such as freezing, crashing, and issues with character roles. While many players enjoy the game overall, the persistent technical problems significantly detract from the experience, leading to frustration and requests for more focused bug fixes rather than new content. Despite its fun mechanics, the game's stability issues remain a major concern for players.
“Other than that, it's not that buggy, and I enjoy it.”
“I could've kept it on my phone if it weren't for the massive glitches whenever I play the second time in a row.”
“The game is more of one huge glitch than a game; there are glitches after glitches!”
“Overall, it's a fun game, but after I have finished a round, it freezes and I need to restart it.”
- graphics45 mentions
- 58 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising them as good or excellent for a mobile game, while others find them lacking or in need of improvement. Many users appreciate the character designs and smooth gameplay, but there are frequent mentions of issues like brightness and blockiness. Suggestions for enhancements include adding options for different graphic settings and making the visuals more appealing, especially for younger audiences.
“The graphics, the maps, and the characters that you get to design by yourself.”
“This is the best prop's hunt android game, with plenty of maps, good graphics and movement, and totally addictive.”
“The graphics are excellent and the game is super smooth.”
“I just wish that instead of making more new maps, you would focus more on fixing glitches and improving technical things like graphics.”
“And btw, the graphics are annoying, it's like, too bright.”
“Awful graphics, awful controls; you can't even change yourself into different objects without paying money. Please don't waste your money or time on this crappy game.”
- humor31 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it hilarious to see disguised characters evade seekers and the amusing interactions that arise during gameplay. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements, such as funny glitches and unexpected scenarios, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. However, some users noted technical issues that detracted from the overall fun, yet the game's humor remains a significant draw for players.
“Trolling the seeker is so funny.”
“It is very funny when you see a player disguised as an object making a run from a player who is trying to hunt them.”
“I love this game; it has so many funny things like the toilet with the bee 😂. I can't say anything, it's sooooooo fun.”
“I hate this game; seriously, there is no fun, and it is not funny at all.”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced, making the game more tedious than entertaining.”
“I expected some laughs, but the jokes are stale and unoriginal.”
- gameplay25 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is described as fun and engaging, with unique mechanics and smooth controls, though some players have reported issues with bugs, jumping mechanics, and the presence of ads disrupting the experience. While many appreciate the game's graphics and offline capabilities, there are calls for improvements in character upgrades, reporting systems, and map variety. Despite these criticisms, the game remains enjoyable for many, particularly in multiplayer settings.
“Overall gameplay was fun and exciting.”
“The gameplay is cool and can pass the time.”
“This is such a good game, the gameplay is smooth, and I can play it with my friends.”
“The game is fun, but the lack of reporting mechanics and lack of censorship is disturbing.”
“This game needs to be fixed; there are so many hackers, and it's just buggy in general. I got stuck in a wall while playing, and players need an option to block others who swear or harass them. I get more ads than gameplay.”
“This game is terrible; I can't change my shape, and it's always glitching. I hate this gameplay, even if it's an offline game.”
- music16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the relaxing and enjoyable soundtracks that enhance the gameplay experience. However, there are notable complaints about music and sound effects abruptly stopping after losing, as well as issues with volume levels being too loud or distracting. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, players desire improvements and consistency in its implementation.
“The background music is just relaxing.”
“This game is great, it has a fun little soundtrack when you're playing.”
“The music really hits the spot when it comes to video game music.”
“There's a small issue in this app where after I lose or die, the game music and sound effects suddenly stop, which is an annoying bug, to be honest.”
“And the music doesn't quite fit the game; 3D joysticks aren't what 'gamers' are looking for. They're looking for professional-looking menus, optimized gameplay, and other factors besides gameplay, but hopefully, you would apply at least some of these.”
“This game is the worst. It has so many ads and barely even works. The music is so loud and annoying that when you're trying to talk, you can't hear yourself.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, users appreciate the smooth performance of the game on mobile devices, but they express a desire for improved controls and more professional-looking menus. There are suggestions for further optimization to enhance gameplay experience and performance.
“I love how it runs smoothly on my phone.”
“Pretty fun, but maybe improve the performance and make it easier to control.”
“Hopefully, you would apply at least some of these factors for optimized gameplay.”
“The music doesn't quite fit the game, and the 3D joysticks aren't what gamers are looking for. They're looking for professional-looking menus, optimized gameplay, and other factors beyond just gameplay.”
“The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frustrating performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
“Despite its potential, the lack of optimization makes it difficult to enjoy the game fully, as it often lags and crashes.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is generally considered good, with a solid plot that engages players, while the controls are noted as a minor concern.
