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Hidden Object Games Are Training You to See What Others Miss
That spy-eye during hidden object gaming sessions is training you to see what others miss. Let’s talk a little about how these games help notice small details.
Cluttercore in Hidden Object Games: Why Messy, Detailed Scenes Are So Addictive
This new clutter design in hidden object games has been a success, hasn’t it? Let’s shed some light on why messy yet detailed scenes are so addictive.
Why Hidden Objects Games Are Perfect for First-Time Gamers
Hidden object games are a snug fit to anyone who wants to start their gaming journey. Find out what makes these puzzles some of the most beginner-friendly game types out there.
Why You’re Weirdly Good at Finding Random Objects in Organized Chaos
Spotting that little needle among the clutter. Why are we so good at it? Let’s discuss in detail why players are good at finding random objects in organized chaos.
The Original Hidden Object Games Were Retro Adventure Classics
Before the “Hidden Object Game” genre came into existence, the Point-and-Click method of gaming had already taken root in the gaming world. Beginning from the late 1980s, adventure game developers started taking advantage of the “Mouse” and the control of a pointer using it, thus the term “Point-and-Click”. This game mechanic which continued to evolve over time eventually became the foremost foundation of today’s HOGs or Hidden Object Games.
Hidden-Object Games and Escape Rooms: The Same Puzzle in Disguise?
There is something that makes hidden object games and escape rooms a little similar. Are they the same puzzles in disguise? Let’s discuss.
Could a Hidden-Object Game Ever Win ‘Game of the Year’?
It might not have all the bells and whistles of a flashy modern-day game but, do you think a hidden object game could ever win game of the year award?
Are Hidden Object Games Due for a Reinvention?
Classic Hidden Object Games have an undeniable staying power, but that also limits those who can enjoy them. What can be done to reinvent this popular type of puzzle game?
The Strange Feminine Energy of Hidden Object Games
We’ve all felt that, right? There’s something about HOGs that makes them feminine. Let’s discuss the strange feminine energy of hidden object games.
How AI Is Changing Hidden Object Game Development
It wasn’t going to take long before AI entered game development and, today, we’ll be discussing how AI is changing hidden object game development.
Common Mistakes Hidden Object Game Designers Make
We still see some flaws in how these hidden object games are designed and since we’re seeing them, we thought we’d share the common mistakes that these designers make.
Procedurally Generated Hidden Object Levels: Future or Gimmick?
We’re seeing these procedurally-generated levels in some hidden object games now. Is it a gimmick? Or is it the future? Let’s shed some light.