Hideko

About

"Hideko" is a short mystery game centered around nature, featuring a dynamic physics system for players to experiment with. Explore a sandbox world, discover various forms of life, and collect stars to expand your inventory and access new areas. With 50 items to find and a soundtrack by jaco "bbtombo," players can expect around 1-2 hours of engaging gameplay.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 39 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

Hideko offers a charming and cozy gameplay experience with a minimalist design that encourages exploration and creativity.
The game features a clever, textless UI that enhances the sense of discovery and keeps players engaged without overwhelming them.
It provides a satisfying challenge with a well-balanced difficulty curve, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.

Some players felt the game was too short and left them wanting more content and interactions.
A few users experienced issues with sound layering that detracted from the overall enjoyment, although these bugs were later fixed.
Certain tasks could be confusing due to a lack of discernible icons, making it difficult for some players to figure out what was required.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game, composed by bbtombo, is generally well-received, with standout tracks that fit the theme and enhance the gameplay experience. While some players find that moving the ground can lead to overwhelming audio layering, many appreciate the fun sound design and the calming background music that sets a pleasant mood during gameplay.
- “The music in this game is made by bbtombo, and it's good and it fits the theme to a tee.”
- “The first, title screen song slaps; it goes hard.”
- “But when you're in the middle of gameplay, the music is very calm and unobtrusive, and it really sets you into a calm and nice mood.”
- “Moving the ground causes the music to layer over itself and destroy your ears.”
- “Moving the ground causes the music to layer over itself and destroy your ears.”
- “Moving the ground causes the music to layer over itself and destroy your ears.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are characterized by a charming and colorful art style that creates a welcoming atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. The textless UI is a unique design choice that prioritizes player comfort, minimizing both eye and mental strain while contributing to the game's mysterious aesthetic. Overall, the visuals are both picturesque and engaging, appealing to those with a sense of nostalgia.
- “The visuals of this game are picturesque and lovely.”
- “I felt at home playing this game and the colorful visuals were pleasing.”
- “A fun brain teaser with a cute art style and a mysterious, textless UI interface for folks who are nostalgic for Uncle Albert's mysterious journal.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is described as a satisfying yet brief experience, featuring enjoyable crafting mechanics and appealing visuals. The calm and unobtrusive music enhances the overall atmosphere, contributing to a pleasant gaming mood.
- “Crafting is pretty cool, with a beautiful art style and really nice mechanics!”
- “I finished the game feeling satisfied even if I was left wanting more, and that's because Hideko is a short and pure gameplay experience.”
- “But when you're in the middle of gameplay, the music is very calm and unobtrusive, and it really sets you into a calm and nice mood.”