Underplayed Gems

Hidden in Plain Sight (2014)

Hidden in Plain Sight cover
Developer
Adam Spragg
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action, Casual, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 942 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A tense party game where players blend into crowds of identical characters, racing to complete tasks while stealthily eliminating rivals in short, chaotic rounds.

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What players say

Players say it is a deceptively simple local multiplayer game that sparks laughter and tension through its hide-and-seek style mechanics, often comparing it favorably to classic party games like Fusion Frenzy. Players split on presentation, some call it ugly and others call it beautifully minimal, but almost everyone agrees it is a steal for small gatherings and works well with non-gamers.

Screenshots

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