Oh Deer
- June 27, 2024
- Cozy Cabin Studios
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"Oh Deer" is a multiplayer hide-and-seek game where up to four players can play as deer, hiding from a human-controlled hunter in a forest environment. The deer must avoid being eliminated by the hunter and keep their hunger at bay, while the hunter uses sound, gadgets, and skill to locate and eliminate the other players before nightfall. The game features a large, detailed map with tall trees, bushes, and other hideaways, providing a challenging and immersive hunting experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is hilarious and provides a lot of laughs, especially when played with friends.
- It has a unique and fun concept, blending hide-and-seek mechanics with quirky elements like farting and mushroom eating.
- The game is easy to pick up and play, making it a great choice for casual gaming sessions.
- The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited content and only a few maps available.
- There are significant performance issues, including high GPU usage and frequent crashes.
- The game lacks essential features like an invert mouse option and a scoreboard, which detracts from the overall experience.
- humor200 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ability to generate laughter through silly mechanics, such as fart noises and chaotic gameplay. Many reviews emphasize that the game is particularly entertaining when played with friends, leading to memorable and hilarious moments, although some note that the humor may wear off after repeated play. Overall, it is considered a fun and lighthearted experience, especially for those who enjoy immature and quirky humor.
“The entire premise of this game is hilarious and so entertaining.”
“Spent a solid 5 hours straight playing this game with a bunch of friends, and let me tell you, by the end of the night, our jaws were hurting from laughing so much.”
“This game is absolutely hilarious and a real blast to play, I highly recommend you buy this and support the developer!”
- gameplay108 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Oh Deer" is characterized by its simple mechanics and fun, especially when played with friends, but many players find it repetitive and lacking in content, with only a few maps and limited gameplay variations. While the intuitive mechanics allow for quick understanding, the overall experience can become stale without additional features or improvements. Players express a desire for more diverse gameplay elements and content updates to enhance long-term enjoyment.
“The gameplay is intuitive; you can figure out the mechanics and strategy within a round or two, and the rotation between hunter and deer appears to be pretty fair.”
“So the game itself is very fun, matches are short so there's no real commitment, and with voice chat, the game is hilarious too. The mechanics are very simple, so anyone can play.”
“The idea is kind of goofy, so are the graphics and the mechanics, but you have to understand that this game is not to play for the atmosphere or the soundtrack but for the immense fun you will have.”
“The UX/UI are so frustrating and there are many aspects that need to improve for better gameplay.”
“It quickly becomes boring because of repeatability and poor game mechanics.”
“Regarding the actual gameplay, it feels a bit boring after some time of playing since there isn't that much change from map to map.”
- stability39 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is described as "buggy but fun," with numerous reports of lag, freezing characters, and movement glitches, particularly affecting the hunter gameplay. While some players find enjoyment in the experience, many express frustration over the lack of polish, unresponsive multiplayer features, and overall optimization issues. Despite these problems, a few users note that the game is still entertaining, especially for an early access title.
“While it is fun, the game is incredibly buggy.”
“Issues I currently see: there is no feedback when you invite your friend to play, there is no scoreboard, the UI is very unpolished, you can see the whole game within 15 minutes, it's buggy when trying to play with friends, etc.”
“Many movement glitches need fixing; it is nearly impossible to move as the hunter.”
- graphics37 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are a mixed bag, featuring a cartoony style that is generally low-resource but can lead to significant performance issues, including high graphics card usage and frequent fatal errors. While some players appreciate the nostalgic pixelated landscapes and overall visual quality, many report that the graphics settings are poorly optimized, causing crashes and excessive strain on hardware. Overall, the graphics may appeal to some, but the technical execution leaves much to be desired.
“Visuals and atmosphere: the pixelated landscapes of Oh Deer evoke nostalgia—a blend of 16-bit charm and ethereal beauty.”
“Graphics are good, like pretty damn good, as it uses Unreal, and so long as you don't have a lower-end setup, even running it with max NPC deer should be fine.”
“Really fun to play with friends in a voice chat, fun mechanics, good graphics, and music.”
“Every single thing I did resulted in a fatal error - the game automatically started up with graphics at the very highest mode unless I caught the loading screen in time to launch with safe graphics (which broke the game because low settings make the game angry). The ground was always flickering with a blue sheet glitching across.”
“It uses a lot of graphics card intensity despite not having very advanced graphics, and requires an oddly large amount of RAM (12 GB).”
“Fun little game, but either horribly optimized graphics or deliberate malicious behavior by the developer.”
- optimization24 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 42 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting poor performance, frequent lag, and a general lack of polish that makes it feel more like an alpha release than a finished product. Despite being enjoyable in multiplayer, the optimization issues detract from the overall experience, leading some to recommend waiting for improvements before purchasing. Overall, the game struggles to meet its required specifications, resulting in frustrating gameplay for many users.
“My biggest complaint is to the optimization: those required specs are big, and even if you meet them like I do, the FPS will still drop when there are many deers on your screen, or if you're moving the camera too much.”
“This game is great fun with friends; the only downside at the moment is it doesn't seem to be very well optimized.”
“Honestly, I would hold off on buying this game until it's been better optimized.”
“Unoptimized & janky Unity game - full release feels like an alpha release.”
“Extremely unoptimized and runs quite poorly for what it is.”
“My biggest complaint is the optimization: those required specs are big, and even if you meet them like I do, the FPS will still drop when there are many deers on your screen, or if you're moving the camera too much.”
- story20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal, with some players noting a lack of narrative depth. However, others appreciate the emotional storytelling woven into the gameplay, describing it as a unique blend of hide-and-seek elements set in a picturesque environment, where players create their own memories amidst the adventure.
“There, amidst the rustling leaves, you’ll find a story waiting to be written—one that transcends pixels and becomes a memory etched in starlight.”
“Unique blend of hide-and-seek and emotional storytelling.”
“Nice game, also while you are hunting, the story feels like camping in the forest. I really love it! 8/10, thank you ❤️”
“☑ no story”
“☑ no story”
“Your mission: to blend in with AI deer while avoiding the relentless hunter.”
- emotional18 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game "Oh Deer" is praised for its emotional depth, combining humor and heartfelt moments that resonate with players, often evoking laughter and tears. Its unique blend of hide-and-seek gameplay and emotional storytelling creates an engaging experience that leaves a lasting impact. Players appreciate the game's ability to mirror their emotions, enhancing the overall journey.
“And when the rain falls, it’s as if the sky weeps alongside you, mirroring the game’s emotional depth.”
“Oh Deer isn’t just a multiplayer hide-and-seek experience; it’s an emotional journey that tugs at your heartstrings.”
“You’ll laugh, gasp, and maybe even shed a tear when your antlered friend falls victim to the night.”
- replayability12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers a mix of high replayability due to its fun, quick rounds and social gameplay, particularly when played with friends. However, some users note that its current content is limited, suggesting that while it can provide a few enjoyable sessions, it may not justify a higher price point until more content is added. The potential for future updates could enhance its replay value significantly.
“Certainly in its early stage, but overall, a well-crafted, straightforward cops and robbers-style game with quick rounds, making it highly replayable with continuous laughter at the end of each round.”
“Really fun to play with friends, simple to learn and very replayable.”
“But not enough content in it currently, or enough replayability to be worth the current price point.”
“Right now you might only get a single night or two of fun out of it with friends, but with the promise of more content, this game has a ton of potential for future replayability.”
“Well worth the £4.60 price in the sale but limited replayability, so I wouldn't pay more than £10.”
- music12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality, described as haunting and memorable, effectively enhancing the overall experience. However, players have noted a significant issue with the main menu music being excessively loud and resetting each time the game is restarted. Despite some gameplay shortcomings, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
“The atmosphere of this game is singlehandedly carried by the music, creating an atmosphere that's my third favorite of any game ever.”
“Whether you’re hiding or pursuing, the music weaves itself into your soul.”
“The only bug issue I have right now is the music volume in the main menu is crazy loud and it resets every time I close and open the game.”
“Though it doesn't have much to offer in gameplay, the atmosphere of this game is singlehandedly carried by the music, creating an atmosphere that's my third favorite of any game ever.”
“Soundtrack: the haunting melodies—part lullaby, part elegy—linger in your mind.”
- atmosphere10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, particularly for its captivating music and nostalgic pixel art, which evoke a blend of 16-bit charm and ethereal beauty. While some players note that the gameplay may be lacking, the overall ambiance is considered a standout feature, making it a memorable experience. However, others suggest that the game is more about fun than its atmospheric elements.
“Captivating pixel art and atmospheric design.”
“Though it doesn't have much to offer in gameplay and I eagerly await the next update, the atmosphere of this game is singlehandedly carried by the music, creating an atmosphere that's my third favorite of any game ever.”
“Visuals and atmosphere: the pixelated landscapes of Oh Deer evoke nostalgia—a blend of 16-bit charm and ethereal beauty.”
“The idea is kind of goofy, so are the graphics and the mechanics, but you have to understand that this game is not to play for the atmosphere or the soundtrack but for the immense fun you will have.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like one would need a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
