The Hunted

About

In "The Hunted," players explore a dark, suspenseful forest as a former park ranger, trying to clear their name by documenting the fates of missing people and revealing the truth behind their disappearances. Armed with just a camera and flashlight, players must manage their hunger, thirst, and temperature while evading a dangerous and powerful entity. The game features a large playable forest area with various points of interest to discover.

Genres & Tags

Indie

Play Modes

74%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

atmosphere2 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

Great atmosphere and sense of suspense, making the game immersive and enjoyable.
Fun and engaging gameplay, especially when played with friends, offering replayability.
Provides genuine scares and a spooky vibe, making it a solid choice for horror game enthusiasts.

Inconsistent monster mechanics lead to frustrating gameplay, with no reliable way to hide or defend.
Lack of save points forces players to restart the game after dying, which can be very frustrating.
Some players feel the game lacks substance and feels empty or unfinished, with glitches affecting the experience.

stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The game's stability is heavily criticized due to frequent glitches, particularly in multiplayer mode, which hinder gameplay and force players to constantly return to campfires. This results in a frustrating experience, making navigation feel nearly impossible.
- “It's literally like encountering Bigfoot, but the glitches make it near impossible to enjoy the game, especially with the endless walking in the dark.”
- “You have to stay near a campfire almost all the time due to glitches in multiplayer, which forces you to constantly run back to the campfire every 100 feet you move away from it.”
- “The game is plagued with stability issues that ruin the experience, making it frustrating to navigate and enjoy.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for enhancing its horror elements, creating a naturally beautiful yet suspenseful environment. The effective use of fog and visual blur contributes to an immersive experience, complemented by top-tier sound effects.
- “The atmosphere and ambience of the game enhance the horror aspect, making it naturally beautiful.”
- “Great atmosphere and sense of suspense - the use of fog and visual blur made the game feel more immersive, and the sound effects were top tier.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is praised for its strong atmosphere and high replayability, making it a recommended choice for fans of the survival horror genre.
- “A fun survival horror game, with great atmosphere and replayability. I would recommend this!”
- “The game offers so many different choices and outcomes that I find myself coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, thanks to the variety of paths and endings available.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is hindered by inconsistent monster mechanics, which detracts from the overall fun and enjoyment of the game.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely regarded as fun and enjoyable, particularly when played with friends, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Fun, funny, and enjoyable with friends for sure.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is generally well-received, but many users feel it could benefit from additional depth and development.