- May 5, 2022
- Simionescu Mihnea
The Hike
58%Game Brain Score
gameplay, atmosphere
story, monetization
82% User Score 22 reviews
Platforms
About
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 …


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 NegativeThe 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.”