Ho-Ho-Home Invasion

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Ho-Ho-Home Invasion is a single player tactical action adventure game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Whitepot Studios and was released on December 15, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

In Ho-Ho-Home Invasion (very nearly titled Santa Game Solid), play as Santa preparing his stealth skills ahead of the big night (Christmas Eve), delivering presents under trees, filling stockings, and making a swift exit - without getting caught! Whitepot Studios is excited to announce this free festive stealth micro-game, created especially for the festive season.

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Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game is free and offers a fun, charming experience with a festive theme, making it perfect for the holiday season.
It features engaging stealth mechanics and humorous puns, providing a lighthearted and enjoyable gameplay experience.
Levels are well-designed with increasing complexity, encouraging players to improve their skills and speedrun times.

The game is quite short, with only five levels plus a tutorial, leaving players wanting more content.
Some players experienced frustrating inconsistencies with the stealth mechanics, leading to unexpected alerts from robots.
There is a grind involved for achievements, which can feel tedious and detract from the overall enjoyment.

graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant and aesthetically pleasing art style, which effectively complements the game's themes and settings. Reviewers highlight the masterful artwork and cozy, warm visuals that enhance the overall experience, particularly noting the charming Christmas aesthetic. However, some users suggest that improvements could be made to the graphics and user interface for a smoother gameplay experience.
- “The visuals are really nice and the premise is pretty funny given everything that happened the last couple of years.”
- “The art style complements the nature of the game excellently, and I love how ridiculously big the houses get on the later levels!”
- “The art style has a very warm feeling and makes these little warehouse simulated homes feel very cozy!”
- “It's not bad, but the developer needs to make the gameplay a bit smoother, better, and maybe improve the graphics and UI a bit.”
- “Fast game with modern-day graphics, with easy controls that move from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “The art style is warm and distinctive.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Ho Ho Home Invasion" is characterized by solid stealth mechanics that are accessible for beginners, though some players feel it lacks depth for more experienced gamers. While the game runs smoothly and offers rewarding stealthy gameplay, there are suggestions for improvements in graphics and user interface to enhance the overall experience. The humorous concept and satisfying mechanics contribute to its appeal, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Metal Gear Solid.
- “Ho Ho Home Invasion is a stealth game, which can be hit or miss for me, but this game has very good stealth mechanics.”
- “I really love the idea behind this game, and enjoyed both the stealthy gameplay and the witty humor!”
- “It's not bad, but the developer needs to make the gameplay a bit smoother and better; maybe improve the graphics and UI a bit.”
- “It has no complex mechanics, which on one hand means that it's easy for even beginners to pick up, but on the other hand, it lacks depth for anyone more experienced in the genre.”
- “The gameplay is easy to understand, and delivering the presents fast and sneaky feels very rewarding!”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with a pleasant soundtrack that complements the atmosphere and remains enjoyable over time. However, some users noted issues with jarring loops and copyright concerns regarding the intro music. Overall, the music enhances the fun and charm of the indie game.
- “The soundtrack is really pleasant to listen to and surprisingly doesn't get old.”
- “Great music, fun interactions!”
- “It is a cute indie game, easy to understand, good to play, with a soundtrack that fits the atmosphere.”
- “The music is fitting, but has some jarring looping.”
- “The intro music has copyright issues.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to evoke a sense of wholesome enjoyment, highlighting its lighthearted and fun nature. The emotional experience is characterized by a charming and simple approach to stealth gameplay, creating a feel-good atmosphere throughout its six levels.
- “It's wholesome as can be.”
- “Simple wholesome fun.”
- “Fun little game, 6 levels of good wholesome stealth action.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is criticized for being short and lacking depth, with some players completing it in under an hour and feeling that it serves primarily as a tutorial. Additionally, there are frustrations with mission failures and a desire for more engaging content, such as real-world missions. Overall, the narrative experience is seen as unsatisfactory and underdeveloped.
- “After about 3.5 hours of story, I was almost done with gifts, but to finish with the other things, I had to grind for about 45 minutes.”
- “After about 3.5 hours of story, I was almost done with gifts, but to finish the other tasks, I had to grind for about 45 minutes.”
- “Six levels, including the tutorial, make for a short story (less than an hour).”
- “The entire game is basically 'training' for Santa, and personally, I hope they add real-world missions later on too.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating its amusing premise that resonates with recent events, complemented by appealing visuals. The comedic elements, such as sneaking around as Santa to plant gifts and eat cookies, add to the overall enjoyment.
- “The premise is pretty funny given everything that happened the last couple of years, and the visuals are really nice.”
- “It is funny to sneak as Santa, plant gifts, and eat cookies.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find grinding for leaderboard positions and improving times enjoyable, but some aspects, like achieving high numbers of tasks (e.g., delivering 500/1000 presents), can feel tedious and overly repetitive.
- “Pretty fun, though getting all achievements will be a bit annoying, especially delivering 500/1000 presents; that would be a bit 'grindy'.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have noted that the game's stability is generally good, but some have experienced occasional bugs, particularly with the line of sight for robots, which can affect gameplay.
- “The only other downside for me was the occasionally buggy line of sight for the robots.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is generally well-optimized, providing a smooth experience with satisfying mechanics.
- “The game runs smoothly overall, and the mechanics are satisfying.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even in intense moments.”
- “I appreciate how well the game performs on lower-end systems without sacrificing quality.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized as charming and engaging, enhanced by a fitting soundtrack that complements its cute indie aesthetic. Players find it easy to understand and enjoyable to play, contributing to an overall positive experience.
- “It is a cute indie game, easy to understand, good to play, and the soundtrack perfectly fits the atmosphere.”