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Alpha stage of one of the most popular survival horror games

Alpha stage of one of the most popular survival horror games

Vote: (40 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: Dynamic Pixels

Works under: Windows

Vote:

Program license

(40 votes)

Free

Developer

Dynamic Pixels

Works under:

Windows

Pros

  • Engaging storyline
  • Unique mechanics
  • Eye-catching graphics

Cons

  • Can lag on older devices
  • Limited content

Hello Neighbor Alpha 2 is an intense stealth and horror title that forces you to sneak all over your neighbor’s house in an attempt to unravel a mystery.

Creating an engaging horror game is very difficult, and many of the leading video game developers can’t seem to master this genre. If you are tired of generic horror games that rely on nothing more than jump scares, then you might want to take a look at Hello Neighbor Alpha 2. This series has become very popular in recent years, and it perfectly blends tense gameplay with stealth tactics. Even though the total length of the game is relatively short, there are many different endings to unlock, and that gives this game excellent replayability.

After you start this game for the first time, you can choose whether you would like to jump right into the action or watch a short background movie. In previous Hello Neighbor titles, you were forced to watch the background movies whenever you would start a new game, but that has luckily changed with Alpha 2. If you have never played this title before, then you will probably want to watch the movie at least once or twice so that you get a clear look at the storyline.

This game follows a single man who has sold almost all of his property to move away to a new town. When he arrives, he realizes that the house boarded up and in desperate need of repairs. The first few minutes of the game essentially act as a tutorial, and you are going to learn all of the basic commands as well as how the mechanics work.

Once the tutorial stage is complete, Alpha 2 quickly turns into a heart-pounding game that keeps you on your toes at all times. You are going to transition from actual gameplay to cryptic dreams, and every single scene is going to reveal clues that you will need to remember for puzzles that you encounter later in the game.

While you explore the neighbor's house in an attempt to unlock new clues, the AI is actually going to learn your strategies and adapt. If you sneak through a window and get caught in your first attempt, the AI neighbor might board up the window on the following attempts. Even though the game has cartoonish graphics, the AI is incredibly intuitive, and you are going to find that each playthrough is very difficult. The overall storyline is excellent as well, and the twists and turns are sure to keep you entertained.

Hello Neighbor Alpha 2 is an excellent addition to the series, and it is a must-have download for anyone who is a fan of the stealth and horror genre.

Pros

  • Engaging storyline
  • Unique mechanics
  • Eye-catching graphics

Cons

  • Can lag on older devices
  • Limited content