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Hidden Folks tasks you with exploring hand-drawn worlds to find particular people. It’s simple enough for youngsters to control but complex enough to keep parents and carers involved too.
Unfortunately, Hidden Folks is not available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One or Xbox X|S. However, we recommend the following games that offer a similar experience or theme:
Release Date: 15/02/2017
Out Now: Android, Mac, PC, Switch and iOS
Skill Rating: 8+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Collecting, Puzzle and Brain Game
Accessibility: 28 features
Components: 2D Overhead and Hand-Made
Developer: Adriaande Jongh (@AdriaandeJongh)
Costs: Purchase cost, In-Game Purchases and In-Game Pass
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If you like the sound of Hidden Folks but find it too complex or challenging, the games in this section offer a similar experience but with a lower Skill Rating.
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If you like the sound of Hidden Folks but it doesn’t offer the accessibility you require, the games in this section offer a similar experience but with more Accessibility Features. You can view a full breakdown in our Hidden Folks Accessibility Report.
In addition to the similar games listed above, which have been linked to this game specifically in the database, you may find games with a similar theme to Hidden Folks in the following lists: