PropHunter

About

PropHunter 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.

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Play Modes

+14

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 630 reviews

graphics74 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game is 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 potential and offers a unique twist on the hide-and-seek genre with its prop transformation mechanics.

The game suffers from a lack of active players and public servers, making it difficult to find matches.
There are numerous bugs and performance issues that hinder the overall experience.
Props can be overpowered, leading to unbalanced gameplay where hunters struggle to find them.

graphics
86 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their quality and appeal, featuring a colorful, cartoonish art style that enhances the overall atmosphere. Players appreciate the smooth performance and good optimization, making it visually pleasing for group play. While the graphics are considered excellent for a prop hunting game, some reviewers suggest that the game could benefit from additional modes to diversify the experience.
- “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.”
- “Great graphics and character animation.”
- “It is made with rather cartoonish graphics, so it is more suitable for children.”
- “Better graphics, smoother controls, it has a long way to go if it wants to outshine COD's prop hunt.”
- “The graphics are eye-catching.”
gameplay
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
56%
5%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it enjoyable for groups of friends, with many praising its pleasant graphics and engaging mechanics. While some players find the controls and mechanics a bit odd, the game introduces unique abilities and strategies that enhance the prop-hunting experience, offering a refreshing twist on the hide-and-seek genre. Overall, it delivers fast-paced, addictive gameplay that keeps players coming back for more, despite the need for a clearer tutorial on its mechanics.
- “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.”
humor
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its silly and absurd moments, such as interacting with props like pots and ladders. Many reviews emphasize that it is particularly enjoyable when played with friends, offering a lighthearted and entertaining experience that can lead to hilarious situations. Overall, the game is considered a fun and funny multiplayer option, especially for those looking for a casual and comedic gaming experience.
- “Tons of fun to try hiding everywhere, a funny silly little game.”
- “Very funny game to play with friends, cheapest prop hunt game on Steam, so just get it.”
- “If you get enough props together you can beat up a hunter (which is funny, by the way. Think zombies but instead with boxes, traffic cones, toilet paper, etc.)”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
18%
9%
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 the game for its good optimization and attractive graphics, indicating that while there are significant performance concerns, some players have had a smoother experience. Overall, optimization appears to be a notable issue that could benefit from further improvements.
- “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).”
- “A little bit of optimization and there will be a top game.”
atmosphere
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its pleasant and engaging qualities, enhanced by nice graphics and simple gameplay. Reviewers highlight its suitability for social play, making it an enjoyable experience for groups of friends. Overall, the combination of a fun theme and inviting visuals contributes to a compelling and repeatable gaming experience.
- “After playing this game, I realized that this is the same entertainment for a group of friends; pleasant graphics, atmosphere, simplicity of gameplay, and just the lamp theme of the game makes you go into it again and again.”
- “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.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is plagued by significant stability issues, with frequent bugs and glitches reported by users, leading to a frustrating experience. Many players feel that these technical problems detract from the overall enjoyment, making it a poor investment. Despite some mention of "good glitches," the consensus is that the game's stability is a major drawback.
- “A literal waste of 5 dollars; no matches, buggy.”
- “The game is really buggy and it glitches often.”
- “Prophunter is a prop hunting mini-game where one person is the seeker and the other the hider. This game really wasn't what I expected; 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.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and ability to create a relaxing atmosphere, contributing to an addictive gameplay experience. Players find the musical accompaniment engaging and enjoyable, enhancing their overall 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.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. However, some users noted a lack of a cohesive narrative, suggesting that the storytelling aspect may be underdeveloped.
- “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.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
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.”