Hide Or Die

About

"Hide or Die" is a multiplayer horror game where players must evade a pursuing killer or take on the role of the killer themselves. The game features a variety of perks, abilities, and weapons to help players survive or hunt. Set in a decrepit facility, players must navigate through the environment, repairing generators and finding keys to progress while avoiding the killer's grasp. Cooperative gameplay and strategic thinking are essential to survive the night.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,486 reviews

gameplay69 positive mentions

stability124 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that combines elements of asymmetrical horror and battle royale gameplay.
The developers are responsive and actively working on bug fixes and improvements, showing commitment to the game's future.
The atmosphere and graphics are praised, creating a tense and immersive experience.

The game suffers from significant bugs and performance issues, making it difficult to play smoothly.
There is a lack of players, leading to long wait times for matches and often empty lobbies.
The balance between survivors and killers is heavily skewed, with many players feeling that killers have an unfair advantage.

gameplay
293 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
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The gameplay of "Hide or Die" has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its similarities to "Dead by Daylight" but criticizing its execution and balance. While some enjoy the core mechanics and the thrill of the 3v1 gameplay, others find it repetitive, clunky, and lacking polish, leading to frustration and a sense of unfulfillment. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant improvements in mechanics and balance to enhance the player experience.
- “The core gameplay is fun, and that's the most important part going forward.”
- “The gameplay is very fun and interactive.”
- “Its a really great game to play, finding ways to slip around in a chase and to hunt is pretty fun when you start to understand what's happening around you and the mechanics.”
- “It generally doesn't feel like any time has been spent polishing the mechanics; moving around and hiding as a survivor is just not fun.”
- “The idea behind the game was cool, but it was so poorly executed in the end that it's tarnished the reputation of this game getting a second wind and believe me, I wanted it to succeed, but the gameplay is a bit boring and very repetitive with the new 3v1 mode.”
- “Currently this is a game that has potential with some fun aspects shrouded in the darkness of iffy-bad mechanics.”
stability
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
The game is widely criticized for its significant stability issues, with players reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and performance problems that hinder gameplay. While some acknowledge that these issues are typical for an early access title and appreciate the developers' efforts to release frequent hotfixes, many still find the experience frustrating and unplayable at times. Overall, the consensus is that while the game has potential, it currently suffers from a lack of polish and stability.
- “Even now with the game's release, they are pushing out hotfixes left and right to ensure the game is balanced and bug-free.”
- “Don't let the initial reviews scare you off; the developers have been dishing out updates to fix bugs non-stop, and to be honest, other than some audio issues, I have had a fairly bug-free experience.”
- “Reviews of this game show it to be 'poorly optimized' and 'unplayable,' and while it doesn't have the best optimization, it is still very much playable and fun, and at least for me, it runs great!”
- “This game is incredibly buggy; animations, movement, and combat all feel stiff, and overall the game just needs a lot more work before it's worth getting.”
- “So to sum this up, the game is very buggy and needs performance fixes, but this game has great potential to be an amazing game and they probably should have waited a couple of months before releasing it even into an early access state.”
- “But... this is not just an early access game; this thing has so many game-crippling bugs it's not even funny. It was genuinely painful to try and join a game, which was either already started, spawning me in a zone that killed me, or starting the game and killing me.”
optimization
111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
55%
27%
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including low frame rates and bugs, particularly on lower-end systems. While some users have experienced smooth gameplay on high-end PCs, the overall consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization and bug fixes to reach its full potential. Developers are actively working on improvements, but many players suggest waiting for further updates before fully committing to the game.
- “The game is optimized, gameplay is smoother, and matchmaking is amazing.”
- “I've experienced little to no lag, and I feel the game runs smoothly.”
- “Solid foundation, optimized performance, dedicated servers, and fast matchmaking times make it easy to jump into a game.”
- “At its current state at the time of this review, it's fair to say that the game does need quite some more work on both game balancing and optimization.”
- “The game seems too unfinished and is poorly optimized; I have a PC with parts above the recommended quality and I get 30 fps on lowest settings, the animations are stiff and clunky.”
- “Come release day, the game's bugs are intense, the optimization is horrible, and the servers are chugging.”
graphics
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
53%
16%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the overall quality and character customization, while others criticize the optimization and performance issues, particularly on lower-end PCs. Many users noted that despite a promising aesthetic overhaul, the game suffers from bugs and inconsistent frame rates, leading to a less enjoyable experience. Overall, while some aspects of the graphics are appreciated, significant improvements in optimization and texture quality are needed.
- “In addition to having more complex movement, I was pleasantly surprised by the excellent graphics and character customization, a comprehensible tutorial, and an interesting variant of DBD's perk and progression system.”
- “The graphics overhaul is great, and the cosmetics are as good as the graphics.”
- “The character models, maps, and the overall graphics of the game are just stunning to me and look AAA quality.”
- “This game is not as good as it looks and I do not recommend it to anyone; the game is just straight up buggy and has really poor graphics.”
- “The graphics are the complete opposite of the trailer and photos.”
- “So, in between outright horribly bad textures (I'm no graphics snob, but there's such a thing as too muddy), extremely floaty movement, very simplistic gunplay, and a screen freeze crash (1/3 games)...”
atmosphere
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
46%
11%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its unique and detailed design, effectively creating a suspenseful and eerie environment across its distinct maps. The combination of polished graphics, immersive music, and mechanics contributes to a creepy ambiance that enhances gameplay, although some players find moments of quietness to be less engaging. Overall, the atmosphere is considered one of the standout features, providing both tension and excitement, especially in multiplayer settings.
- “The atmosphere is incredible and the style is so unique and extremely detailed.”
- “The game has 4 maps currently that each have their own distinct atmosphere that give them their own sense of eeriness.”
- “The atmosphere and music are amazing.”
- “Also, this quiet atmosphere feels kind of boring rather than tense.”
- “Now fair enough it's in early access and yeah it shouldn't have been released in this state, but lobbies were fast, the atmosphere was suspenseful and I basically had a heart attack during the tutorial before falling out of the map haha.”
- “Touching on the killer role, with the ability to turn into a black mist to learn the approximate location of survivors and the overall dark atmosphere in most of the maps, the majority of the time you can get the jump on a survivor and get a hit in before much of the chase happens.”
grinding
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
Players have mixed feelings about the grinding aspect of the game; while some enjoy the process of unlocking perks and cosmetics, others find it tedious and overly time-consuming, particularly due to the low rewards per match. The grind is seen as necessary for progression, especially for those who want to main a killer, but it can lead to a sense of boredom and frustration, especially in a dwindling player base. Overall, the grinding experience can be both a source of enjoyment and a significant drawback, depending on individual player preferences.
- “I see why they would make the collection of darkness points so small for each game you play, with the average amount being 5-6k per game, but it makes the game feel very 'grindy' in a sense.”
- “For $20, while I did get more than a few hours of genuine 'fun' and spent 20+ hours in this game already, I cannot recommend it to people who want to try this game due to the low player base and probably the amount of hours of 'grinding/dying' before the game becomes more decent.”
- “Everything about this game is boring; shooting the guns is boring, grinding is boring, killing people is boring, and so is hiding. The animations are stiff.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely derived from its unintentional comedic elements, such as the goofy character designs and the absurdity of gameplay glitches, which often lead to hilarious moments among players. While many find joy in the chaotic interactions and meme-worthy experiences with others, the overwhelming presence of bugs and server issues detracts from the overall enjoyment, making some aspects "not even funny" due to frustration. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, providing laughs amidst significant technical shortcomings.
- “They don't look scary or menacing; they just look kind of funny.”
- “I spent that entire time laughing so hard.”
- “Communicating with other players can be hilarious (via in-game group chat on phone).”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is perceived as lacking depth and substance, with players expressing frustration over its emptiness and unclear mechanics. Overall, the narrative does not seem to engage players effectively, leading to mixed feelings about its significance in the gameplay experience.
- “The game item story is very empty, not much in there, not sure how that works yet though.”
- “Some background story adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “The story aspect of the game is intriguing and keeps players engaged.”
- “- The game item story is very empty; there's not much in there, and I'm not sure how that works yet, though.”
- “---{story}---”
- “☑ story?”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The music in the game has been widely praised for its ability to create an eerie atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers note that the sound effects and soundtrack are well-crafted, contributing to a polished and immersive environment that makes exploration enjoyable. Overall, the combination of music and atmosphere is considered a standout feature of the game.
- “The team nailed it with the music, atmosphere, and mood.”
- “The music and sound effects give the game a great eerie feel, which is always a plus.”
- “Exploring the map is a treat, with cool locations and an eerie feel that is further enhanced by the music.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
33%
56%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising the absence of pay-to-win elements and the ability to unlock cosmetics through gameplay, while others criticize it as a cash grab due to its lack of content and buggy performance. Overall, the game features cosmetic microtransactions that do not impact gameplay, but concerns about its sustainability and player engagement remain.
- “This game has really innovative gameplay because they have cosmetic microtransactions where if you get enough points you can buy clothes and make your character look slightly different from everyone else.”
- “Don't fall for the cash grab.”
- “Thanks devs for making a sad and poor cash grab and letting us down and not letting anyone find a match or even play the game and going radio silent again due to the game not reaching expectations but yet another game that's just a copy-paste of Dead by Daylight but with less features and mechanics than that game and also giving a roadmap that was also abandoned. Even if you can play in a match with other people, the game will be buggy and just plain unfun. Old Hide or Die is better because it has the potential of being a great game.”
- “So no pay-to-win elements and microtransactions!”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a dark and atmospheric setting that enhances the tension during gameplay, particularly in the killer role where players can stealthily track survivors. While the experience is engaging and suspenseful, it lacks deeply heartbreaking moments, focusing more on the thrill of the chase than on emotional storytelling.
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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50%
Reviewers suggest that the game's replayability could improve significantly with enhancements to its texting mechanic, particularly by addressing the blurry message textures. There is a sense of optimism about the game's potential, provided the developers continue to support and refine it post-launch.
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The overhaul update has significantly enhanced character development through improved designs and a free battle pass system, allowing for greater customization and progression. Players appreciate the fresh look and feel of the characters, contributing to a more engaging gameplay experience.