Hoofobia

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Hoofobia is a multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Deathyell Games and was released on February 23, 2024. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Join our Discord! About the GameHoofobia is a chaotic 1v3 multiplayer game of deception and survival. Enrage the hunter in multiple game modes with a dozen maps. Imposter Hunt: Ram the hunter or wait for him to shoot too many AI deer and he will go insane. Stay Close: Attack the hunter and stay within his proximity to slowly earn points. Hit & Run: Ram the hunter, stay insid…

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Audience ScoreBased on 182 reviews

humor23 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game is incredibly fun and hilarious to play with friends, providing lots of laughs and memorable moments.
The asymmetrical gameplay offers a unique and engaging experience, especially in the Imposter Hunt mode where players can blend in with AI deer.
Despite its bugs, the game is a great value for the price, making it a worthwhile purchase for casual gaming sessions.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, making it difficult to enjoy consistently, with frequent crashes and matchmaking problems.
Limited to only 4 players, the game feels restrictive and would benefit from larger lobbies to enhance the multiplayer experience.
Many players have expressed disappointment with the lack of content and updates, leading to a feeling of abandonment and a dead player base.

humor
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, with players consistently praising its ability to evoke laughter through absurd scenarios and comedic glitches. The blend of action, strategy, and humor creates a light-hearted atmosphere, making it particularly enjoyable in multiplayer settings, despite some technical flaws. Overall, the game's charm lies in its hilariously chaotic gameplay, which often leaves players in stitches, especially when played with friends.
- “The visuals help keep the mood light despite the tense gameplay, allowing players to enjoy the humorous scenarios that arise from the deception and trickery inherent in the game.”
- “Hoofobia is a refreshing and well-executed take on asymmetrical multiplayer, combining stealth, humor, and strategy in short, fast-paced sessions.”
- “Insanely funny with friends, fun to mess around in and make jokes.”
gameplay
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Hoofobia offers engaging asymmetrical multiplayer gameplay that emphasizes stealth, strategy, and psychological tension, particularly through its hunter-versus-prey mechanic. The lush forest environment enhances strategic hiding and movement, while recent updates have improved map layouts and mechanics for a smoother experience. However, some players feel the game could benefit from more maps and modes to enhance replayability, as it can become repetitive over time.
- “Hoofobia, developed and published by DeathYell Games, is an innovative asymmetrical multiplayer title that offers a fresh spin on stealth and strategy gameplay.”
- “The gameplay of Hoofobia revolves around this intriguing asymmetry, emphasizing strategy from both perspectives.”
- “The forest setting is lush and expansive enough to encourage strategic hiding and movement, further enriching the gameplay experience.”
- “However, some players have noted that the game could benefit from additional maps and gameplay modes to extend its replayability and keep the experience feeling fresh over time.”
- “There's hasn't been any updates, no bug fixes, no gameplay fixes?”
- “The game is really fun honestly, gets a bit repetitive after a while but it's pretty janky. It's currently in early stages and there's further updates to it; yeah, it's not a triple-A game with advanced graphics and jaw-dropping gameplay with an immense storyline, but you'll sure have a helluva good time playing this game, especially with friends.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Hoofobia feature a charming, cartoon-like aesthetic that enhances its playful yet suspenseful atmosphere, effectively balancing whimsy with immersion. While some players appreciate the unique art style and well-designed maps, others note that the visuals can feel outdated and buggy, reflecting the game's early development stage. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's fun and engaging mechanics, particularly in social deception scenarios.
- “Visually, Hoofobia embraces a stylized, cartoon-like aesthetic that complements its playful yet suspenseful tone.”
- “The anthropomorphic deer and forest environments are designed with a charming, approachable art style that balances whimsy and immersion.”
- “The visuals help keep the mood light despite the tense gameplay, allowing players to enjoy the humorous scenarios that arise from the deception and trickery inherent in the game.”
- “The graphics are outdated and nothing special.”
- “It's not a triple-A game with advanced graphics and jaw-dropping gameplay.”
- “The game is currently in early stages and there's further updates to it.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting persistent bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While some players find the game enjoyable despite its issues, the consensus is that it requires further updates to improve stability and functionality. Overall, the game is seen as fun but marred by its current instability.
- “This game is so buggy and not fun at all!”
- “Feel like this was a waste of money; told my friends I'd buy this for them once things got updated, but the game is still buggy and still has issues.”
- “Super buggy but lots of fun; sadly only 4 players when it definitely needs up to 8 at least.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a significant storyline, which some players find disappointing, but it remains enjoyable and fun, especially in multiplayer settings. While it may feel repetitive and janky, its early development stage suggests potential for future updates.
- “The game is currently in early stages and there are further updates to it. It's not a triple-A game with advanced graphics and jaw-dropping gameplay, but you'll have a great time playing this game, especially with friends.”
- “The game has no story.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's tactical variety through multiple modes like imposter hunt and hit & run, which enhance its replayability. However, some feel that the addition of more maps and gameplay modes could further improve the experience and keep it feeling fresh over time.
- “However, some players have noted that the game could benefit from additional maps and gameplay modes to extend its replayability and keep the experience feeling fresh over time.”
- “Several game modes (imposter hunt, stay close, hit & run) offer tactical variety and solid replayability.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally enjoy the grinding aspect of the game, often referring to it as a fun and engaging experience, especially when playing with friends. However, some feel that the amount of grinding required can be excessive, suggesting it may demand a significant time investment.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Game is great, but the grinding is excessive.”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere is described as enjoyable and engaging, blending a fun vibe with darker elements, although some users feel that the flashlight feature is unnecessary.
- “The atmosphere is captivating, blending darkness with a sense of fun that keeps you engaged.”
- “The game's ambiance creates an immersive experience that draws you in, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The eerie yet playful atmosphere enhances the gameplay, making exploration both thrilling and enjoyable.”