You can really feel the love and care the developers put into Hidden Folks. Think Where’s Waldo? with beautiful, doodle-y illustrations and a world bursting with life.
Each area of the game gives you a list of people and things to find, plus short clues. While searching a campground for Classy Jessy, for example—who wanted to escape the sun—you’ll open tents, check out trees, and pore over the whole site. To find famous Chef Jordan, you’ll scour a city for a TV station, then raise window blinds to see him cooking inside.
Besides being ridiculously funny, the game’s sounds can be a big help. Can’t find that monster you’re told is watching everyone from a distance? Scroll around ’til you hear its adorable growls. There he is, behind that bush!
A crowded suburban scene shows just how charming the game can be. You can progress without finding every single target (perfect for low-key players), but often, you’ll want to hang out a while. It’s mesmerizing watching all the tiny people mill about, and sometimes, your actions trigger surprises: raise a certain garage door to reveal a bunch of speakers, and a dance party forms in the driveway.
Hidden Folks is the rare game that’s great for players young or old, casual or hardcore. It’s relaxing and challenging. And with all the extra areas added since the game’s release—including a bustling ski resort—there’s loads to explore here.