Run Prop, Run!

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Run Prop, Run! is an online hide-and-seek game, based on the classic Prop Hunt mod, but with a few twists!

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70%

Audience ScoreBased on 230 reviews

gameplay5 positive mentions

stability17 negative mentions

The game is a lot of fun to play with friends, providing a good time and laughter.
It features a unique and whimsical take on the prop hunt genre, with fun mechanics and customization options.
The graphics and overall design are appealing, making it enjoyable to play despite its flaws.

The game suffers from a lack of players, making it difficult to find matches and enjoy the experience fully.
It is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, including crashes and unresponsive mechanics.
The gameplay can become repetitive and tedious, especially when playing without a group of friends.

stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with many players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly detract from the overall experience. While some users acknowledge that minor issues are expected in early access titles, the consensus is that the game feels unpolished and often frustrating due to its numerous technical problems. Despite these challenges, a few players still find enjoyment in the gameplay, suggesting that it may improve with future updates.
- “During my playthrough, I encountered numerous bugs and glitches that hindered my overall experience.”
- “The game is a very buggy and optimized mess.”
- “The game is very buggy, akin to a game in beta; here are some of the issues I have encountered.”
gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
40%
27%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it fun and engaging, praising its mechanics, art style, and sound design. However, many also criticize the gameplay for being plagued by clunky mechanics, bugs, and balance issues that detract from the overall experience. While the core concept is enjoyable, the presence of frustrating elements and rare populated lobbies limits its potential.
- “The mechanics play well and the overall feeling of the game is great.”
- “The controls, animations, graphics, sound, and overall mechanics are really nice.”
- “Very fun to play, a little buggy and a few mechanic changes probably needed, but besides that, it was very enjoyable and had a good laugh.”
- “The mechanics are clunky, unresponsive, and just downright irritating.”
- “It's plagued with issues ranging from its gameplay mechanics to its lackluster graphics, repetitive gameplay, and frustrating imbalances.”
- “In conclusion and TL;DR, great game concept which is quite fun without the bugs, but there are many bugs which affect map and gameplay that range from annoying to game changing.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the stunning visuals and attention to detail, calling it a potential game of the decade. However, others criticize the graphics as bland and lacking effort, with issues such as poor lighting and broken settings detracting from the overall experience. Overall, while some find the graphics impressive, others feel they fall short of expectations.
- “This is the best game I have ever played! I am in awe of the graphics; it's truly game of the decade and clears any other game on the market. 10/10 must play!”
- “The controls, animations, graphics, sound, and overall mechanics are really nice.”
- “The attention put into the graphics is phenomenal.”
- “Bland graphics.”
- “It's a shame that the developers didn't put more effort into creating an aesthetically pleasing game.”
- “It's plagued with issues ranging from its gameplay mechanics to its lackluster graphics, repetitive gameplay, and frustrating imbalances.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ability to generate laughter through its whimsical and absurd elements, particularly in the prop hunt genre. Many reviews note that the game's charm lies in its "so bad it's good" quality, making it a fun experience that encourages playful interactions among friends. Overall, it is considered a highly entertaining and funny game, with players eager to revisit it.
- “Turns out when you have a group of friends, you end up playing for 2 hours straight and laughing the entire time.”
- “Literally so bad it's good, just like a joke that is so stupid it's funny.”
- “Whimsical and funny take on the prop hunt genre.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game is noted for having no story, with multiple users confirming the absence of any narrative elements.
- “The story is incredibly immersive, drawing you in with its rich characters and intricate plot twists.”
- “I was captivated by the depth of the narrative; every choice felt meaningful and impacted the outcome.”
- “The world-building is exceptional, making the story feel alive and engaging from start to finish.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “0 (no story).”
- “No story.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it to be an annoying and repetitive loop that quickly becomes grating, while others describe it as enjoyable and catchy. Overall, the soundtrack seems to lack depth and variety, leading to a polarized reception among users.
- “The music is a jam.”
- “The soundtrack is engaging and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack, if you can even call it that, is an irritating loop that becomes grating after just a few minutes of play.”
- “Annoying soundtrack.”
- “Just filling noises, no music.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and tedious, with some suggesting that it requires an excessive amount of time and effort to progress.
- “Hide and seek is a simple concept, but this game manages to make it incredibly repetitive and tedious.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users generally find the game to be highly replayable, with many describing it as infinitely replayable or nearly so, indicating a strong incentive to return to the game for multiple playthroughs.
- “Infinitely replayable, with new experiences every time.”
- “The game offers so many choices that each playthrough feels unique.”
- “I keep coming back for more; there's always something new to discover.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for its excessive in-app purchases and intrusive advertisements, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
- “This game is riddled with obnoxious in-app purchases and advertisements.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating how much you have to spend to enjoy the game fully.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
100%
The game suffers from significant bugs and poor optimization, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Reviewers suggest that improved optimization, along with more comprehensive tutorials and additional game modes, could enhance gameplay and set it apart from other titles in the genre.
- “The optimization is impressive, with a well-structured tutorial that covers in-depth mechanics, modifiers like fog, and unique game modes such as a 1-hunter tag mode, making the game stand out from other prop hunt games.”
- “I appreciate the better optimization, which enhances the overall gameplay experience, along with a tutorial that dives deeper into the mechanics and introduces interesting modifiers and game modes.”
- “The game's optimization is top-notch, featuring a comprehensive tutorial that explores various modifiers and unique game modes, adding depth and excitement to the gameplay.”
- “The game is a very buggy and optimized mess.”
- “Better optimization and tutorials covering more in-depth topics would improve the experience. Additionally, modifiers (like fog) and game modes (such as a 1-hunter tag mode) could make the game more interesting and unique compared to other prop hunt games.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the frustration players feel when mechanics, such as wall jumping and stair interactions, disrupt their flow, leading to moments of disappointment and irritation.