Too Well Hidden

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Too Well Hidden is a single player simulation game with a horror theme. It was developed by Runebox Studio and was released on March 27, 2026. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A found footage horror game about two sisters who often play hide and seek in their family home, recording everything with their mother's VHS camera. What begins innocently, soon turns disturbing, when it becomes clear that something is terribly wrong.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

story4 positive mentions

Strong and immersive atmosphere with effective VHS-style visuals and sound design.
Well-crafted, engaging, and emotionally impactful story that slowly reveals itself.
Clever and well-placed jump scares that contribute to a tense and spooky experience.

Lack of clear objectives or guidance can make the gameplay confusing and frustrating.
Technical issues and bugs disrupt immersion and can hinder game progression.
Some jump scares feel predictable or simplistic, and the overall game may feel short or repetitive for some players.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally praised for its emotional depth, psychological focus, and immersive, creepy atmosphere, effectively engaging players without over-explaining. While some wish for more narrative during gameplay, the well-crafted, sad storyline combined with well-timed scares enhances the overall experience.
- “The story was another highlight for me.”
- “This game had a good story with plenty of unique game mechanics contributing to a well-rounded short story.”
- “The story is interesting and strong enough to keep you going, and the jumpscares, while predictable at times, are placed well and do their job.”
- “My only complaint is I wish we got a little more story while actually playing.”
- “I really love an indie horror game where I can get immersed and interact with what is happening in the game while also piecing together the story without being fully spoon-fed.”
- “Very sad story.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its eerie, psychological, and creepy vibe, enhanced by a distinctive VHS style and sound design. Reviewers find it deeply immersive and emotionally impactful, though some feel certain jumpscares are simplistic. Overall, the atmosphere effectively supports the sad and unsettling storyline.
- “The atmosphere is easily the best part of the game.”
- “It focuses heavily on psychological storytelling and creepy atmosphere.”
- “The story is quite sad, the atmosphere is very scary, and the jumpscares are well placed.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is smooth and well-executed, featuring unique mechanics that complement the engaging story and well-timed scares, resulting in a well-rounded and enjoyable experience.
- “Between the story, the clean gameplay, and those well-timed scares, it’s an easy recommendation.”
- “This game had a good story with plenty of unique game mechanics contributing to a well-rounded short story.”
- “Gameplay-wise, I didn’t run into any issues.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report that the game runs smoothly without any glitches or interruptions, providing a consistently stable and reliable experience.
- “Everything felt smooth, no hiccups, no glitches—just a solid experience all the way through.”
graphics
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The graphics are highly praised for their immersive and otherworldly visuals, delivering a fantastic supernatural experience rated 10/10 by users.
- “Visuals are out of this world, it's mega immersive and a fantastic supernatural experience, 10/10.”