Had a blast playing this game as once it got going to the forest I was constantly looking around for SOMETHING due to the atmosphere and everything. Really well done and thank you for making it. My thoughts and reactions say it all here:
It's not too often that itch.io games actually put the fear of god in me. This was one that did. The moments in this game are so natural with a good build up that is worth the payoff! Very reminiscent of Fears to Fathom in some parts that truly had me on the edge of my seat! GREAT SHORT HORROR GAME THAT EVERY HORROR GAME LOVER SHOULD TRY!
Like Driving Home, Missing Hiker builds slow foreboding tension for the relatively short playthrough - you do have the sense that someone or SOMETHING is about to pop out from the woods...
Pros:
Slow build horror
With a couple of jump scares (one got me, the other didn't) you'll be questioning things after the credits have rolled - ambiguous ending leaves questions for the player which I enjoyed
Each new episode from the developer shows growth and intrigued to find out what's next
Cons:
Shame that there isn't more to do with the car - its a great mechanic but maybe something could be utilised with it for a future episode?
Apart from interacting with the people in the gas station and the other NPC, ending felt a little rushed with regards to investigating brother's disappearance. Walking between scenes seemed a tad long. Understand this was to create tension though.
Story could have been developed a little more - felt that the relationship between the siblings could have been expanded upon, or that notes left by the brother could be clues creating even more tension.
This was a fantastic short horror game. Love the style and the great horror atmosphere. Scares got me as well. Awesome job can't wait to see more of your work in the future!
nice short horror game. i wished it was longer it was about to get more intense til the last part. nice work looking forward to play more of your games.
I can't express enough how much I loved this game. Down to the tiniest detail, this project provides unique atmosphere, great execution and surprising moments, which did creep me out. No doubt one of the best indie horror games I've played this year.
The strongest part of the game is a very 3 dimensional protagonist, who has a legit motivation - finding their missing brother. Once I got invested with that, it all went up hill from there. The tension, the environment and final ending with the shed - superb.
Fantastic job on the game mate. Cheers to you and best of luck!
Highly debatable and probably the most inaccurate, yet subjective opinion.
First of all, you got to understand this is indie development, not a triple A game or even the projects, which Puppet Combo makes. There is nothing to be shown in this game, but great mechanics, smart storytelling and good visuals. I mean, if you don't want "ok" games, then go to Steam, pay $10 dollars and play some "generic" horror with UE4 assets.
Opinion is an opinion, that's yours to keep, although I really don't agree with you. The game has enough to be great, not "ok".
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Had a blast playing this game as once it got going to the forest I was constantly looking around for SOMETHING due to the atmosphere and everything. Really well done and thank you for making it. My thoughts and reactions say it all here:
Vraiment cool
LOVE THESE TYPE GAME!
Awesome game! Love the writing and look of everything. Interested in seeing something longer. Keep it up!
I really Enjoyed playing this game. I wonder if there are multiple endings?
The game has just one ending. I thought about making multiple endings, but it didn't fit into the narrative. Thanks for playing :)
It's not too often that itch.io games actually put the fear of god in me. This was one that did. The moments in this game are so natural with a good build up that is worth the payoff! Very reminiscent of Fears to Fathom in some parts that truly had me on the edge of my seat! GREAT SHORT HORROR GAME THAT EVERY HORROR GAME LOVER SHOULD TRY!
This game made me so horny
Interesting game.
I like the creepy atmosphere in the middle of nowhere!
Like Driving Home, Missing Hiker builds slow foreboding tension for the relatively short playthrough - you do have the sense that someone or SOMETHING is about to pop out from the woods...
Pros:Cons:
@Horrorable666
Really loved that game, the jumpscare were on point, I felt like someone was watching me when I was in the woods!
The buddy system could fix 80% of the danger in these games... but as always, it's more fun this way! Nice job on the game!
Creepy, short and sweet.
The jumpscares were very effective and I almost got a mini heart attack lol.
Well done! Looking forward to play your next works.
In the meanwhile, here is my playthrough.
I KNEW THIS IS SUPPOSED TO HAVE MANY ENDINGS!!
The atmosphere of this game was amazing. I really enjoyed it a lot. Keep up the great work!
Really good atmosphere and also a good jumpscare as well. Nice job. I only wish it was a tad longer.
Here's my channel for other games I have played. https://www.youtube.com/@Levont
Great short game
This was pretty dang solid, compared to your previous one you have definitely improved. Made a video on it.
Muy buenos vibes, divertido, ojala fuera mas largo
Enjoyable game. I wish the ending had more to it though! Keep up the good work!
This was a fantastic short horror game. Love the style and the great horror atmosphere. Scares got me as well. Awesome job can't wait to see more of your work in the future!
I really dug this game. A fun short horror experience.
Gameplay & Playthrough , 8/10 creepy and the jumpscares were the best part!
playthrough
Is it normal that my gpu (3060) is at 100% with this game?
RTX 2060, NEVER USE 100% D:and el game it was fine optimiced
Great game. Atmospheric and scary, with this game and driving home I'm really keen to see what you put out in the future
LOVE THIS! Genuine scares, can't wait to see more!
nice short horror game. i wished it was longer it was about to get more intense til the last part. nice work looking forward to play more of your games.
Very good game
Nice!
Full blown, narrative driven masterpiece!
I can't express enough how much I loved this game. Down to the tiniest detail, this project provides unique atmosphere, great execution and surprising moments, which did creep me out. No doubt one of the best indie horror games I've played this year.
The strongest part of the game is a very 3 dimensional protagonist, who has a legit motivation - finding their missing brother. Once I got invested with that, it all went up hill from there. The tension, the environment and final ending with the shed - superb.
Fantastic job on the game mate. Cheers to you and best of luck!
great horror game, worth checking out, props to the dev keep these games comin
love the game thank you :):):)
I would like to be more!It was an ok game!
Highly debatable and probably the most inaccurate, yet subjective opinion.
First of all, you got to understand this is indie development, not a triple A game or even the projects, which Puppet Combo makes. There is nothing to be shown in this game, but great mechanics, smart storytelling and good visuals. I mean, if you don't want "ok" games, then go to Steam, pay $10 dollars and play some "generic" horror with UE4 assets.
Opinion is an opinion, that's yours to keep, although I really don't agree with you. The game has enough to be great, not "ok".