A Short Hike

8.7

•2019•

Everyone

Platforms

PC
Jul 30, 2019
8.7
playscore
8.6
9 Critics
9.8
6.44K Players
Xbox Series X|S
Nov 16, 2021
NA
playscore
NA
0 Critics
9.4
78 Players
PlayStation 4
Nov 16, 2021
NA
playscore
8.3
6 Critics
NA
0 Players
Xbox One
Nov 16, 2021
8.2
playscore
8.7
3 Critics
9.4
77 Players
Nintendo Switch
Aug 18, 2020
8.3
playscore
9.1
9 Critics
8.1
35 Players

29 critic reviews · 33 community reviews across all platforms

Critic Reviews

GamesCreed
8.0
Though it proves to be an incredibly fun journey overall, A Short Hike’s biggest weakness lies in its title: It is way too short.
Yağmur Sevinç · Apr 28, 2022
Reviewed on PC
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Xbox Tavern
9.0
A Short Hike exceeds expectations. When you need a game that let’s you peacefully escape, look for A Short Hike. When you need a game to cleanse the palate, look for A Short Hike. I cannot recommend A Short Hike enough!
Corey Lyle · Nov 27, 2021
Reviewed on XB1
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Shacknews
9.0
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.
Donovan Erskine · Nov 24, 2021
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PlayStation Trophies
8.0
There are new people to meet, a whole fishing index to fill out, items to collect, and you could just as easily spend your time chilling out without making much progress. The audio design is minimal, sometimes simply offering up the serene sounds of nature, before ramping up slightly to some really nice, relaxing tracks. Combined with the lack of peril, it results in a game that’s very easy-going, without giving up its engaging game mechanics.
Matt Lorrigan · Nov 23, 2021
Reviewed on PS4
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Noisy Pixel
9.0
It’s the kind of singularly relaxing-yet-meaningful game that reminds you that you can take a second away from your daily stress and just step outside and breathe.
Colin Buchanan · Nov 18, 2021
Reviewed on PS4
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GameSpew
8.0
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.
Kim Snaith · Nov 17, 2021
Reviewed on PS4
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Push Square
8.0
Ultimately, the extra bits draped around the core experience are the real star, offering up a helping of charm and wit that help sell the title as a cosy little experience worth your time, even if you might not have much cause to return to it once you’re done.
Graham Banas · Nov 17, 2021
Reviewed on PS4
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Way Too Many Games
9.0
I truly cannot recommend A Short Hike enough. The trailer is both misleading and yet also tells you exactly what you can expect. The experience you have and what you’ll get out of it is up to you. If you skimp on the side stuff and only focus on getting to the top of the mountain, then you’ll probably feel disappointed, especially since you can do so in under an hour. If you take your time fully exploring the island and helping the locals, then you’ll discovery a surprisingly rich and rewarding experience. A Short Hike is a journey you won’t soon forget.
Heidi Hawes · Nov 16, 2021
Reviewed on PS4
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NintendoLife
10
A Short Hike is a fat-free experience from top to bottom – or should we say bottom to top? It's the kind of game that makes us just sigh with happiness when we recall our time with it, and even having played it through to its ostensible conclusion multiple times, we know for a fact there are still things to see and do on that mountain.
Stuart Gipp · Aug 29, 2020
Reviewed on Switch
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Pure Nintendo
9.0
A Short Hike is a game the whole family can love. It’s an homage to classics while still very much it’s own release. There is much to explore, fun characters to interact with, and the entirety of the title just had me smiling. Carve out a couple of hours in your day, curl up with some ‘Strawberries and Toast,’ and give A Short Hike a play. You won’t regret it.
Trevor Gould · Aug 24, 2020
Reviewed on Switch
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