PropHunter
- August 6, 2021
- Alone Fox Games
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamPropHunter is a 2-player role-playing game with compelling co-op and PvP gameplay, set in a massively multiplayer online environment. The first team disguises themselves as objects in their surroundings, while the second team seeks them out. When seeking, players must find all the prop-players before time runs out. When hiding, players must strategically choose when to make noise or blend in with their surroundings to avoid detection. Masterful graphics and a dense atmosphere create a unique and humorous experience.
Reviews
- The game is very fun and provides a lot of laughs, especially when played with friends.
- Graphics are decent and the gameplay is engaging, making it a good option for casual play.
- The game has a lot of potential and can be a great experience if you have a group of friends to play with.
- The game suffers from a lack of players and public servers, making it difficult to find matches.
- There are numerous bugs and performance issues that hinder the overall experience.
- The gameplay can feel unbalanced, with props often having an advantage over hunters.
- graphics43 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their quality and appealing art style, particularly in the context of a prop hunting game. Players appreciate the smooth visuals, vibrant colors, and well-designed environments, which enhance the overall gameplay experience, especially when playing with friends. While some suggest that the game could benefit from additional modes, the graphics remain a standout feature that contributes to its fun and engaging atmosphere.
“Very beautiful graphics, the world is very well designed!”
“I have been looking for a hide-and-seek game for a long time, this game was very impressive with its graphics, pleasing to the eye.”
“Cool game with nice and colorful graphics, well optimized and perfect for having fun with friends.”
“Better graphics, smoother controls, it has a long way to go if it wants to outshine COD's prop hunt.”
“It is made with rather cartoonish graphics, so it is more suitable for children.”
“The graphics are eye-catching.”
- gameplay31 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it enjoyable for groups of friends, with many praising its pleasant graphics and engaging atmosphere. While some players find the mechanics odd and lacking depth, others appreciate the unique abilities and strategic elements that add variety to matches. Overall, the game offers a refreshing twist on the prop-hunting genre, providing fast-paced and addictive gameplay that keeps players coming back for more.
“Game brings a refreshing twist to the hide-and-seek genre, captivating me with its addictive gameplay.”
“The addition of unique abilities for both teams adds depth and strategy to the gameplay, making each match a unique challenge.”
“The gameplay is fast-paced and requires players to use their wits and strategy to outsmart their opponents.”
“First of all, it needs to have a clear tutorial explaining all of the mechanics and quirks of both the props and the hunter.”
“With my very small amount of gameplay to work with, from what I see right now, I'd give the game about a 5/10.”
“And the mechanics kind of feel weird; it's just overall an odd prop-hunting game. Despite the fact that the name of the game is so original, I just overall don't enjoy this game.”
- humor21 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its silly and absurd moments, such as interacting with props in unexpected ways. Many reviews emphasize that the game is particularly enjoyable when played with friends, offering a lighthearted and entertaining experience. Overall, it is described as a funny multiplayer game that provides hilarious moments, especially during chaotic gameplay.
“Very funny game.”
“Tons of fun to try hiding everywhere, a funny silly little game.”
“Overall funny game to play with your friends; no matter what, the game is a great simple thing you can do.”
- optimization11 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is a mixed bag, with some users reporting poor performance even on high-end PCs, leading to frustrating hitching issues. However, others praise its good optimization and graphics, indicating that while there are significant performance concerns for some, others find it runs well and is enjoyable. Overall, the optimization appears to vary widely among different systems.
“A good hide and seek game with good optimization and graphics, the only downside is the lack of online.”
“Good optimization and nice graphics.”
“Cool game with nice and colorful graphics, well optimized and perfect for having fun with friends.”
“The game itself is pretty great, but it's so poorly optimized that it barely runs on my laptop (GTX 1050 Ti, 16GB RAM, Intel i7-7700HQ).”
“Poor performance on high-end PCs.”
“A little bit of optimization and there will be a top game.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its pleasant graphics and engaging environment, making it an ideal choice for social play with friends. Reviewers highlight the simplicity of gameplay and the enjoyable theme, which contribute to a fun and inviting experience that encourages repeated play. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a key factor in the game's entertainment value.
“Very good game with nice graphics and a fun atmosphere.”
“The game has a low price, simple gameplay, good graphics, and a very pleasant atmosphere.”
“Well, what can I say about this fun game: a cool game with a pleasant atmosphere and graphics, well suited for a good time with friends, as well as simple gameplay.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Many players express frustration over the game's performance, describing it as "buggy" and "glitchy," which undermines its enjoyment, even in multiplayer settings.
“A literal waste of 5 dollars; no matches, buggy.”
“The game is really buggy and it glitches often.”
“It's pretty buggy at times and I feel like the 'power-ups' are weird; they aren't meant to be in a prop hunting mini-game and they make it less fun.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to create a relaxing atmosphere, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Players find it addictive and well-composed, enhancing their enjoyment of the game.
“Very addictive game with great music.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“The musical accompaniment is at a high level.”
- story3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. However, some users feel that the game lacks a substantial narrative, indicating a disconnect between the intended message and the actual storytelling experience.
“The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
“The game lacks a coherent story.”
“There is no story to engage with.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
