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Hidden Folks

Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, iOS, Mac, Android • 2017

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Quick resume

Search for hidden folks in hand-drawn, interactive, miniature landscapes. Unfurl tent flaps, cut through bushes, slam doors, and poke some crocodiles! Rooooaaaarrrr!!!!!

Global score

97/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Indie, Point-and-click, Puzzle

Pros

  • Unique hand-drawn art style
  • Creative and humorous mouth-made sound effects
  • Large, detailed interactive maps
  • Relaxing and nostalgic gameplay
  • Logical puzzle elements

Cons

  • Can cause eye strain due to black and white visuals
  • Some maps are very large and overwhelming
  • Limited replayability after completion
  • Some clues can be vague or frustrating
  • Short overall game length

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players freely explore large interactive maps and decide how to interact with objects to find hidden items."

  • Competence
    3

    "The game offers a mix of simple searching and puzzle-like interactions requiring attention and logic."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Focus is on personal pace and exploration without competitive elements or leaderboards."

  • Continuation
    2

    "Players often engage in multiple sessions, exploring and re-exploring maps, but some find it tiring over long periods."

  • Cooperation
    1

    "Some players mention playing with family or friends, sharing the experience, but no formal cooperative gameplay."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Players interact creatively with the environment to reveal hidden objects; hand-drawn art and unique sound design enhance creativity."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No elements of domination or superiority; interactions are equal and playful."

  • Escapism
    4

    "Many reviews highlight the relaxing, stress-free, and nostalgic experience as a form of escapism."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and relaxation, not out of obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Players experiment with clicking and interacting with many objects to discover hidden items and effects."

  • Exploration
    5

    "Large, detailed maps encourage thorough exploration and discovery of secrets and interactions."

  • Expression
    -3

    "Limited customization; players do not modify characters or environments but enjoy the fixed artistic style."

  • Fantasy
    1

    "While whimsical and imaginative, the game is grounded in a stylized but plausible world without strong fantasy elements."

  • Fellowship
    1

    "Some social play with family or friends mentioned, but primarily a solo experience."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop observational skills and puzzle-solving abilities through gameplay."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention to find objects; not suitable for passive or background play."

  • Intimacy
    -4

    "Minimal social interaction; connections are casual and surface-level if any."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or management roles; gameplay is individual and exploratory."

  • Progression
    3

    "Players progress by unlocking new maps and collecting hidden objects and achievements."

  • Relaxation
    5

    "Widely described as relaxing, meditative, and stress-free with a calm pace."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Unique mouth-made sound effects and hand-drawn visuals provide enjoyable sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -5

    "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on personal enjoyment."

  • Story
    1

    "No overarching narrative but small humorous stories and context clues enrich the environment."

  • Strategy
    2

    "Some puzzle elements require logical thinking and problem solving beyond simple searching."

  • Thrill
    -4

    "Gameplay is calm and predictable without suspense or risk."

  • Value
    4

    "Players feel the game offers good value for its price and content, especially with free updates."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No violence; gameplay is constructive and playful."

  • Survival
    -5

    "No survival or threat elements; stable, safe game environment."

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