A Short Hike (2019)

Adam Gryu, Whippoorwill

Main
2
hours
Main + Extra
2
hours
Platinum
5
hours

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

About the story

The main character is Claire, a young anthropomorphic bird who travels to Hawk Peak Provincial Park, where her Aunt May works as a ranger, to spend days off. However, Claire cannot get cellphone reception unless she reaches the top of the peak, and is expecting an important call. For this reason, she decides to reach the highest point in the park.

Platforms

Linux Mac Switch PC PS4 XONE

Genres

Adventure Indie

Themes

Fantasy Open world

Languages: English and 5 more

Interface Audio Subtitles
English
French
Japanese
Portuguese (Brazil)
Spanish (Mexico)
Spanish (Spain)

Critic Reviews

GamesCreed

By Yagmur Sevinc

80

If you’re looking for a game like Animal Crossing, you have found it. If you’re looking to spend a few hours on an experience that will stick with you, this is your game. Even though there is almost nothing to return to after you finish it, A Short Hike is a great experience that is well worth the four hours of your life.

29 Apr, 2022
Shacknews

By Donovan Erskine

90

A Short Hike is a delightful journey through a vibrant park, bolstered by some fascinating characters and impressive writing. The gameplay is well-rounded, with abilities that are fun to use and a consistent progression. Despite a nitpick or two, there’s hardly anything to knock about Adamgryu’s latest outing.

24 Nov, 2021
Xbox Achievements

By Matt Lorrigan

80

A Short Hike is a wonderfully chill little game that can easily be finished in the space of an afternoon, combining clever traversal mechanics with a lo-fi visual style and a very relatable protagonist. If you’ve got a couple of hours to kill over a weekend, or after a stressful day of work, A Short Hike is an easy recommendation.

23 Nov, 2021
PlayStation Universe

By Alan Strawbridge

80

As whimsical and relaxing lo-res indie adventure games go, A Short Hike is up there with the best. It draws you in with its freewheeling 'go where you like' vibe, charms you with some beautiful artwork and music and offers up great pleasures in exploration as you stroll, climb and glide around the small mountainous island. You'll only be there for a few hours, but every moment is a chilled out pleasure.

18 Nov, 2021
GameSpew

By Kim Snaith

80

If you enjoy casual adventuring and games that you can take at your own pace, A Short Hike is not to be missed. It may be short in name and in nature, but every moment you spend with it will warm your soul. Don’t rush to the finish line – enjoy the journey and make the most of what you discover along the way. It’s a life lesson we should all take to heart.

17 Nov, 2021

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