The Hike

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The Hike is a single player survival action adventure game with a horror theme. It was developed by Simionescu Mihnea and was released on May 5, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

The Hike is a first person horror/survival game in which you must survive the horrors that start while investigating a mysterious emergency message in a simple hike through the Red River National Park. Your chance of making it back to society relies entirely on your legs and flashlight, you're no fighter.Synopsis Somewhere in the Red River National Park, at the US Army controlled Red River Mental …

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The Hike creates a surprisingly tense atmosphere with genuinely terrifying chase sequences, making for an adrenaline-pumping experience.
The game features good signposting with subtle lighting and bloody hand-prints, guiding players effectively through the environment.
For its price, The Hike offers engaging gameplay with a well-executed survival horror experience that emphasizes player isolation and feeling overwhelmed.

The game suffers from bugs, including missing walls and navigation issues, which can detract from the overall experience.
Many players found the story and character development lacking, with some describing the ending as underwhelming.
The flashlight battery mechanic is frustrating for some, leading to moments of darkness that hinder gameplay and exploration.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay is the standout feature of the game, with engaging mechanics that make it worth recommending despite average visuals and story. Players can expect about an hour of gameplay for a reasonable price of $3.99, although some may find certain mechanics, like searching for batteries, less enjoyable.
- “Visually and sound-wise, the game is nothing special, story-wise things are mostly just average; however, it's the gameplay that shines here, and for that alone, I recommend this title.”
- “The hike is available for a very reasonable price of $3.99, and even if you just hurry through it, there's probably an hour of available gameplay, which is a fine rate.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The game, set in a typical indie horror asylum, effectively cultivates a tense atmosphere through its challenging and prolonged chase sequences, which players find genuinely terrifying. Despite the familiar setting, the execution enhances the overall sense of dread and suspense.
- “The game takes place in a seemingly generic indie horror asylum setting, yet it manages to create a surprisingly tense atmosphere, especially during the challenging and prolonged chase sequences that are genuinely terrifying.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing players into a world that feels both familiar and unsettling, enhancing the overall horror experience.”
- “The sound design and visual elements work together to create a haunting atmosphere that keeps players on edge, making every moment feel suspenseful.”
- “Most of the game takes place in a pretty generic looking indie horror asylum setting, but it manages to create a surprisingly tense atmosphere in the vein of challenging and long drawn-out chase sequences that are genuinely terrifying.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story is generally considered average and unremarkable, with visuals and sound also not standing out. However, the gameplay is highlighted as the main strength, making the title worth recommending despite its narrative shortcomings.
- “The story is mostly just average, lacking any real depth or engagement.”
- “The narrative fails to captivate, leaving players feeling disconnected from the characters and plot.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the story does not offer anything memorable or unique.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is highly praised for its optimization, providing a smooth and enjoyable experience that enhances its scary and fun elements.
- “It's very well optimized; it's scary and a lot of fun to play!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game, priced at $3.99, has been criticized by users as feeling like a cash grab, with doubts about the game's full release.
- “For $3.99, honestly this feels like a cash grab and I don't believe it will even fully be released.”