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A Short Hike (2019) is an adventure traversal game where you play the penguin-like character Claire, who needs to climb a mountain in a beautiful national park to receive an important phone call. Presented in cute pixel graphics, the game invites you to explore the park, help other animals, and find seashells and even buried treasure. In return, you’re given greater stamina and tools with special powers so you can make it to the top of the mountain. And that’s just the start.

Claire the penguin-like character is visiting her Aunt, who lives and works in a provincial park. Jump, climb, and soar through the various regions of the park. Meet other folks along the way, some of whom are dealing with their own problems. Find hidden tools and treasures to prepare for your ascent to the peak. A Short Hike is a relaxed but sincere expression of the peace and simple joy of a walk in the woods.
  • Explore the island any way you like. Choose your own path to follow and see where it leads you. You never know what you might stumble into!
  • Hike at your own pace — there’s no need to rush to the summit! Take your time fishing along the river banks or swimming by the lakeshore.
  • Collect hidden treasures to reach new heights. Try taking a dive off the mountain peaks to soar above the forests.
  • Chat with the other hikers you meet along your route. You might be able to help each other out!
  • Listen to a lush original soundtrack by Mark Sparling that progresses dynamically as you explore the wilderness.

On Nintendo Switch, A Short Hike adds a new set of islands that have been discovered along the northern shore, where you can go to find the local rental shop. From there, you can take out a motorboat to cruise along the waters of Hawk Peak Provincial Park in style! This update will be available for free to PC players of A Short Hike as well.

Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked A Short Hike 4 years ago. It was re-examined by Ellen Robertson and updated 10 days ago.
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Play StylePlay Style

This is an Adventure and Traversal game with Action, Communication and Narrative elements. This is a single-player game.

DurationDuration

Play Time: This game will take between 1 hour and 3 hours to complete.

Age RatingsAge Ratings

Content Rating

Rated PEGI 3. Players can use sticks, shovels and pickaxes to hit objects. However, there is no violence against other characters. There is use of the words 'dang' and 'heck'.

Skill Level

7+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game. You need to be able to navigate the island and get hints from the people you meet by reading. Being inquisitive and resilient in your efforts to explore are also handy, which younger players often do well at.

CostsCosts

A Short Hike usually costs £3.89 to £6.69. 

A Short Hike

XBox Store Xbox One £6.69 Free

Xbox Game Pass

PlayStation Store PS4 £3.89
Steam StoreSALE PC £5.79 £3.47 until 21/03/2024 Free

Xbox Game Pass

Switch Store Switch £4.08
Steam StoreSALE Mac £5.79 £3.47 until 21/03/2024
PlayStation Store PS5 -
There are no additional in-game purchases, loot boxes, adverts or subscription costs.
 
YOu can play in 4k on PlayStation 4 Pro, PS5 or Xbox Series X|S version. 
 

DetailsGame Details

Release Date: 05/04/2019, updated in 2021

Price: 40% off

Out Now: Mac, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch and Xbox One

Skill Rating: 7+ year-olds

Players: 1

Genres: Adventure, Traversal (Action, Communication and Narrative)

Accessibility: 26 features

Components: 3D Third-Person, Open World, Pixels and Weather

Developer: Adam Gryu (@AdamGryu)


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