Sneak Out

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 1,147 reviews
  • gameplay
  • humor
  • graphics
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Sneak Out is a crazy free to play multiplayer game of hide and seek full of mischief, pranks, and fun for up to six players. You enter the Haunted Castle with your five friends, and one of you gets randomly chosen as the Hunter. The remaining players must hide and survive within the Castle, completing tasks and avoiding the Hunter until the escape portal opens. Those unlucky penguins who get caugh…

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

74%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,147 reviews
gameplay31 positive mentions
story4 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and engaging, especially when played with friends.
  • The graphics and aesthetic are charming, making for an enjoyable experience.
  • The developers are responsive to feedback and have made significant improvements since launch.
  • Matchmaking can be slow, leading to long wait times for games.
  • There are still bugs and connection issues that can disrupt gameplay.
  • The game can feel unbalanced, particularly with certain characters being overpowered.
  • gameplay94 mentions

    The gameplay of "Sneak Out" is characterized by its engaging stealth mechanics and clever puzzles, offering a thrilling experience reminiscent of classic stealth games. While the core mechanics are straightforward and enjoyable, some players note issues with balance, particularly favoring seekers, and technical problems such as server disconnections. Overall, the game is praised for its fun, interactive gameplay and unique mechanics, though it could benefit from further refinement and enhancements.

    • “Sneak out offers an intriguing stealth-based gameplay experience that keeps you on edge as you navigate challenging scenarios.”
    • “The mechanics are straightforward yet satisfying, with a strong emphasis on strategy and timing.”
    • “The gameplay is fun and it's a perfect game to play with friends.”
    • “Gameplay was pretty boring for both sides, especially the hunter.”
    • “Too many technical issues combined with boring gameplay plus endless farting sounds for 30 seconds straight every single match... it's really hard to play this 'game'.”
    • “The gameplay overwhelmingly favors seekers, making it less enjoyable for hiders.”
  • humor37 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its comedic elements and the fun it brings when played with friends. Many reviews mention the game's unpredictability and quirky features, such as fart noises and humorous pranks, which contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere. However, some players note that server issues and balance problems can detract from the overall experience, though the humor remains a strong selling point.

    • “Hilariously unforgiving, it's like playing a comical game of hide-and-seek with the FBI.”
    • “The game's charm lies in its unpredictability—one moment you're safely hidden, and the next, you're being pranked in a way that has everyone laughing out loud.”
    • “This is a wonderfully hilarious game to play, especially with friends.”
  • graphics21 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their charm and engaging art style, with many users highlighting the appealing visuals and fun aesthetic. While some reviews note that the graphics may lack polish or enhancement, they are often complemented by the game's enjoyable mechanics and atmosphere. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gaming experience, making it visually captivating and enjoyable.

    • “The game itself looks good, the graphics are amazing.”
    • “Stunning graphics: the visual effects and castle design create a captivating atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics are great, sound is fun and engaging, visuals - love them.”
    • “Sneak Out's stealth mechanics surpass its competitors, though its graphics and storyline could use enhancement.”
    • “Its graphics may lack polish, but the game's intricate mechanics and riveting storyline compensate.”
    • “The art style is so cute and the premise is pretty fun, but the execution is not what I was expecting!”
  • story20 mentions

    The story aspect of the game receives mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its intriguing narrative and mechanics, while others criticize the lack of a coherent storyline and quest structure. Many users express frustration over bugs and issues with mission completion, which detracts from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, there is a recognition of the developers' responsiveness to community feedback and a potential for improvement in future updates.

    • “Its graphics may lack polish, but the game's intricate mechanics and riveting storyline compensate.”
    • “Interesting story and mechanics.”
    • “It's an amazing game honestly, I will admit there have been some changes; it's still an amazing game and the change of resources is amazing how you have a crafting system to unlock items instead of just finding them.”
    • “☑ no story”
    • “☑ no story”
    • “☑ no story”
  • stability19 mentions

    The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs that affect gameplay, matchmaking, and social features. While some updates have improved the situation, many players still experience issues such as unresponsive lobbies, freezing during interactions, and difficulties in inviting friends. Overall, the game is described as enjoyable but plagued by stability problems that detract from the experience.

    • “The game is good but it's buggy and also only a few players can join the game.”
    • “It's super buggy and sometimes you can't even invite your friends.”
    • “Very buggy servers, can't get into a private game with 4 people because there's always someone stuck in the load screen.”
  • grinding10 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often requiring significant time investment to unlock characters and level up. Many express frustration with the reliance on RNG and the pay-to-win elements, contrasting it unfavorably with earlier playtest experiences that featured less grinding and more accessible progression. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the grinding detracts from the overall experience for many users.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “I implore the developers of a well-made game to steer back to the ethos of the playtest, with the tech tree, low-priced cosmetics, zero pay-to-win aspects, and no grinding-related crafting.”
    • “It's fun to play in between, but leveling the penguin (or hunter) to max is grinding at its finest: 100 gold +1 card (with high luck +5), but you need 75 cards (per skill) for the next level 150... it was much easier to level in the playtest.”
    • “I don't really like how you have to grind out games in order to unlock all the characters for a party game like this; it's not something I see myself grinding away just to unlock content.”
    • “It was really grindy and pay to win.”
  • optimization7 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with players noting significant performance issues such as lag, disconnections, and matchmaking problems, particularly during busy moments. However, recent updates have improved server performance, addressing many initial concerns, though some players still feel the game requires further polishing and content enhancement. Overall, while there has been progress, optimization remains a key area needing attention.

    • “They only need to improve in their optimization when it comes to matchmaking.”
    • “There are a few performance hiccups, especially when things get busy on screen.”
    • “Optimization became much better, in my humble opinion.”
    • “Cute game needs polishing on performance and more content.”
    • “Ping spikes, disconnections, and small performance issues, all in a top-down Dead by Daylight inspired game.”
    • “This game is not cool; don't waste your time. It's very poorly optimized, and 4 out of 5 matches are lagging.”
  • monetization6 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn criticism for resembling a mobile experience, featuring multiple virtual currencies, numerous DLCs, and battle passes, which some players perceive as a cash grab. While the game has improved since its release, concerns remain about pay-to-win elements and the overall intent behind its monetization approach.

    • “The monetization model is reminiscent of mobile games, featuring multiple virtual currencies and numerous DLCs and battle passes.”
    • “While the game offers a variety of content through DLCs and battle passes, it feels overly focused on monetization.”
    • “The presence of multiple virtual currencies and frequent DLCs gives the game a mobile-like monetization experience.”
    • “Sad that its design too closely resembles a mobile-like experience and monetization, with multiple virtual currencies, lots of DLCs and battle passes.”
    • “Although, they never should have released the game with such a cash grab intent without expecting backlash... nonetheless, it's been some time since the release and the game is at a lot better point and is fun and playable.”
    • “They fixed nothing from play-tests except adding card packs to maximize their cash grab.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its immersive and captivating qualities, reminiscent of classic stealth games, with stunning graphics and engaging mechanics. While some levels may feel repetitive, the overall experience is enhanced by a fun, goofy tone and thrilling gameplay dynamics, making it enjoyable for players in both roles.

    • “Its immersive atmosphere shines, though some levels can feel repetitive.”
    • “Comparable to classic stealth games, Sneak Out's captivating atmosphere and engrossing mechanics are truly commendable.”
    • “Stunning graphics: the visual effects and castle design create a captivating atmosphere.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is marred by repetitive environments that fail to engage the player.”
    • “The sound design is underwhelming, which detracts from the overall atmosphere and makes the experience feel hollow.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its quality and the captivating ambiance it creates, particularly noting the inclusion of metal music. However, some users have reported technical issues related to adjusting the music volume, which can hinder gameplay. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gaming experience.

    • “The graphics are cool, the music is nice, and it runs really well.”
    • “Has metal music, best game ever.”
    • “The fusion of music and gameplay creates a captivating ambiance.”
    • “This game is unplayable >:( you get stuck if you try to turn the music volume down in the tutorial or play with friends.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    Users highlight that while server issues can hinder gameplay, the ability to switch skills and the game's mix of hunting and strategic elements significantly enhance its replayability, offering diverse experiences and endless entertainment.

    • “Right now, none of the servers are playable, and if they are, they aren't in my region, so the games are laggy.”
    • “Being able to switch your active and passive skills as both the survivor and killer allows you to try out different styles of gameplay, increasing replayability value.”
    • “Its blend of hunting, pranking, and strategic hiding provides endless entertainment and replay value.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express admiration for the game's emotional depth, highlighting the developers' heartfelt dedication and skill, which evokes feelings of envy and appreciation.

    • “I find myself envious of the profound skills they’ve poured into this game with such heartfelt dedication.”
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Play time

13hMedian play time
16hAverage play time
3-35hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

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