Mr. Hopp's Playhouse

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Mr. Hopp's Playhouse is a single player survival puzzle game with a horror theme. It was developed by MOONBIT and was released on November 15, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Mr. Hopp's Playhouse," players assume the role of Ruby, a young girl who must evade her creepy handmade toy, Mr. Hopp, as they navigate through her house. With unique mechanics and a tense atmosphere, players must avoid making noise and jumping over toys while uncovering the mystery behind Mr. Hopp. This indie horror 2D sidescroller, previously an indie hit on Steam, is now available on mobile devices. Can you survive this deadly game of hide-and-seek?

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Audience ScoreBased on 885 reviews

story35 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Strong atmosphere created through effective sound design and pixel art, enhancing the horror experience.
Short gameplay length makes it accessible and perfect for a quick scare, with multiple endings to explore.
Unique concept of a creepy toy bunny stalking the player adds a fresh twist to the horror genre.

Gameplay can become repetitive, with some players finding the stealth mechanics frustrating.
Some bugs and glitches reported, including issues with sound and getting stuck in certain areas.
The game may feel too short for some players, leaving them wanting more depth and content.

story
68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Mr. Hopp's Playhouse" is generally well-received, praised for its simplicity and creepiness, with many players finding it engaging and intriguing despite its short length. While some reviews note that the narrative could benefit from more depth and closure, the game successfully sets up a franchise with multiple endings and hidden lore that enhances the overall experience. Overall, it combines a chilling atmosphere with a straightforward plot, making it a recommended choice for horror game enthusiasts.
- “The story in this game is easy to follow without getting lost, and it can give you a few good scares.”
- “Mr. Hopp's Playhouse did a great job in creating a simple, yet eerie story whilst exposing you to the haunting toy that roams through the halls.”
- “An interesting story and a creepy atmosphere, along with the most lovable rabbit imaginable, make this a game that will definitely keep you entertained.”
- “The story is bad.”
- “Otherwise, I'm hoping there's more to the story in the other games, because the closure is limited.”
- “The story is decent enough, although I kind of would have liked a bit more depth to the story.”
gameplay
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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59%
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The gameplay is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics, primarily focusing on stealth and avoidance of the antagonist, Mr. Hopp. While many players appreciate the unique art style and the tension created through the gameplay loop, some find it repetitive and lacking in variety. Overall, the game offers a fun experience with clever mechanics and multiple endings, though it may benefit from more diverse gameplay elements.
- “The gameplay is simple, fluid, and easy to understand.”
- “The core stealth mechanics are solid, some jump scares for the little ones, and decent replay value.”
- “There's some very clever and original mechanics here and some attention to detail has been made in terms of polish and theme.”
- “Extremely boring and repetitive gameplay.”
- “This game gets stale real quick; even for a free game, I'd like to see some more diverse gameplay.”
- “I was not impressed at first; the mechanics of just hiding when Hopp is around and moving when he's distant seemed too simple.”
graphics
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a retro pixel art style that many players appreciate for its charm and ability to create a creepy atmosphere. While some users find the simplistic visuals appealing and fitting for the horror genre, others express disappointment with the graphics, suggesting they could be more polished or contemporary. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's ambiance, despite some minor glitches and mixed opinions on their quality.
- “The art style is amazing, the secrets are really fun to find and while the music department is lacking, it makes up for it in the story.”
- “Good pixel artwork (particularly in the opening and closing cutscenes), creepy imagery and even some genuinely scary moments turns this short, simple game into a memorable experience.”
- “Graphics might be 2D and a bit pixelated, but the game still does pretty well at conveying a scary atmosphere throughout.”
- “The pixel graphics should make it cartoony, but not for me!”
- “They chose to use obsolete retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “The graphics are pretty bad but otherwise it's a good game.”
music
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to create a creepy and unsettling atmosphere, enhancing the horror experience, especially when Mr. Hopp is nearby. While some users find the music repetitive, many appreciate its intensity and how it contributes to the game's tension and ambiance. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a key element that elevates the game's chilling narrative and design.
- “The music makes the mood so much scarier and it's perfect.”
- “The droning music, hopp stomping around and that wrong step on a toy which alerts him really creates an unsettling atmosphere, which is just awesome.”
- “The atmosphere, the art, and the music all contribute to its horror factor and it makes you feel uneasy trying to avoid Mr. Hop.”
- “You walk repetitively through a repetitive house while listening to repetitive music; it's almost as repetitive as this sentence.”
- “Waste of time, music sucks, bitch keeps jiggle-peaking on my ass.”
- “The music is prominent but eerie, and the different rooms and 'homely' features lure you into a false sense of security that you do not, in fact, have.”
atmosphere
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of Mr. Hopp's Playhouse is widely praised for its unsettling and creepy qualities, enhanced by effective audio design and simple yet impactful pixel art. Players appreciate the game's ability to create tension through sound effects, jumpscares, and a unique visual style, despite some criticism regarding the graphics and certain gameplay mechanics. Overall, the game successfully immerses players in a spooky environment that keeps them on edge, making it a standout in the indie horror genre.
- “Mr. Hopp’s Playhouse is a short indie horror game that uses simple pixel art to create a strong, unsettling atmosphere.”
- “The droning music, Hopp stomping around, and that wrong step on a toy which alerts him really creates an unsettling atmosphere, which is just awesome.”
- “This game has an amazing atmosphere with moments that have you on the edge of your seat.”
- “Even though the graphics might be a turn off, the atmosphere was still captured well.”
- “Graphics might be 2D and a bit pixelated, but the game still does pretty well at conveying a scary atmosphere throughout.”
- “The atmosphere, the art, and the music all contribute to its horror factor and it makes you feel uneasy trying to avoid Mr. Hop.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious, often requiring significant time investment to collect items like tapes. While the game is well-crafted and engaging, the repetitive nature of the grinding can detract from the overall experience.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It can get a little tedious when collecting tapes, but I have no other complaints.”
- “After the first 2 or 3 jumpscares, it just gets tedious to find the tapes.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers decent replayability due to its multiple endings and solid core stealth mechanics, though some players find the jump scares repetitive and diminishing over time, leading to mixed feelings about long-term engagement.
- “Replay value is enhanced by multiple endings.”
- “There's definitely not much replay value, especially as the jump scares get annoying after a while.”
- “The core stealth mechanics are solid, some jump scares for the little ones, and decent replay value.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features appealing graphics and aesthetics, but users have reported occasional glitches and freezing issues, particularly when interacting with certain elements. Despite these stability concerns, many players still recommend the game.
- “The game offers some nice graphics and a nice aesthetic, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
- “It's a 'meh' for me; it freezes when I get a tape, so maybe you could fix that.”
- “The game has potential, but frequent crashes and bugs really detract from the overall experience.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely praised for its humor, with players finding it very funny and noting a distinct British comedic style that enhances the overall experience.
- “Very funny game!”
- “Haha, British humor at its best!”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game evokes a strong sense of anxiety, creating an emotionally charged experience that contrasts with its simplistic visual style reminiscent of a Game Boy.
- “It looks like something that would run on a Game Boy, but emotionally it’s running on pure anxiety.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is not explicitly addressed in the provided text, which primarily focuses on the basic controls. Therefore, no specific insights about monetization can be drawn from this review.