Hidden in Plain Sight

Multiplayer party game about blending into crowds and finding rivals

Adam Spragg · Released Jul 16, 2014

Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive; 99% of 970
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 2; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 4 days ago; Sep 18, 2026

What is Hidden in Plain Sight?

Players compete in short matches across several modes. Each controls one character in a crowd of identical computer-controlled characters, tries to complete a mode-specific objective without drawing attention, and attempts to identify and eliminate rivals.

For you if...

+you enjoy quick party rounds with friends
+you like reading opponents and masking your intentions
+you want controls newcomers can learn quickly

Not for you if...

−you want a single-player game
−you prefer longer matches over quick rounds

What players say

99% of 970 reviews are positive

Players praise the simple controls and the mind games that develop as friends get better at hiding and spotting each other. Recent players also say online play and larger groups have been added.

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Hidden in Plain Sight system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows XP or later
Processor: 1.2GHz processor
Graphics: Graphics Card that supports Pixel Shader 2.0 and Vertex Shader 2.0
Memory: 512 MB RAM
Storage: 200 MB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Notes: This game requires Xbox compatible (or emulated) controllers! Minimum resolution 1280x720!

OS: Windows XP or later
Processor: 1.4GHz processor
Graphics: Graphics Card that supports Pixel Shader 2.0 and Vertex Shader 2.0
Memory: 1 GB RAM
Storage: 200 MB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0c
Notes: This game requires Xbox compatible (or emulated) controllers! Minimum resolution 1280x720!