[b]My Playtime:[/b] 6.6h (100% achievement, finished the game)
[b]Grindy Achievement(s):[/b] No.
[b]Optional Achievement(s):[/b] Yes (8 achievements).
[b]Difficult Achievement(s):[/b] No.
[h1]Intro[/h1]
[i]Hidden Folks[/i] is a hidden object game where you need to find objects based on the given hints. It offers 32 levels with large maps in the majority of them.
[b]Pros:[/b]
- 32 levels
- Hints that make sense when you see where the person is
- Different level types to refresh your brain
[b]Cons:[/b]
- The vast maps can make it hard to find what you need
- No actual hint in case you are stuck
[b]Specs[/b]
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT
[h1]Should you buy this game?[/h1]
[i]If you enjoy playing hidden object games and want to play a harder one with larger maps, buy this game.[/i]
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[h1]In-Depth Review[/h1]
[h3]The Game[/h3]
[b]Gameplay[/b]
[i]Hidden Folks[/i] is a hidden object game. You are given a list of objects to find, which can be found by scouring the map. Most levels have large maps; you can't even look at all of them, even after zooming out to the max.
While it normally can be daunting to find objects given the size of the map, [i]Hidden Folks[/i] makes it easier by giving a hint on the object. This seems to be the actual way the game is supposed to be played, with you clicking on the object to find the general idea of its location, and then scouring the map to find the area that you are looking for before paying attention to where the object might be.
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3432268507
The whole level is divided into several areas where points of interest gather in one spot. This makes it easier to notice which areas you need to pay extra attention to in order to find a certain object. It still can be challenging to find some objects this way, especially when they are hidden very well, but this just means that you only need to spend more time looking at everything more carefully.
Some objects are not hidden in plain sight. Sometimes, you need to do a certain action to make an object either selectable or visible. This is also another reason why clicking on the hint of an object is important before you find it—these hints will usually tell you what you need to do to make them show up.
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2885923201
Finishing a level can be done just by finding enough objects. You don't have to find them all to unlock the next level, although doing so will reward you with an achievement.
[b]Levels[/b]
The game has some level variations. The vast maps are what you'll be getting most of the time, although it also has smaller maps from time to time. Honestly, I prefer the smaller maps since they are easier and faster to finish, although I started to appreciate the larger maps after I changed my mindset not to rush when finishing this game.
In addition to those two, there are also levels where you need to guide someone to reach their destination by interacting with all obstacles that are blocking their way. Honestly, this is a nice addition to the game since it helps you to refresh your brain; you don't need to think to finish them most of the time, and they last long enough for you to enjoy them.
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3432940106
[b]Length and Difficulty[/b]
I finished the game in 6.6h. The game can be difficult if you are not patient. The maps can be very huge, and finding the objects can be hard to do, especially if you are not used to it. Although the in-game hints don't tell you where the item is located, there are guides that can help you whenever you are stuck.
[h1]Conclusion[/h1]
[i]Hidden Folks[/i] is an enjoyable hidden object game, provided that you have the right mindset to enjoy playing it instead of rushing it. The vast maps will make those who are impatient not find anything, while those who play it slowly will enjoy everything the game has to offer. If you prefer playing hidden object games that require patience, this game is for you.
