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Secret Neighbor iOS App Review: Multiplayer Social Horror Experience

by tinyBuild LLC

Secret Neighbor delivers tense multiplayer social deduction gameplay set in the Hello Neighbor universe. Players collaborate to find keys while identifying a disguised traitor, creating unpredictable sessions ideal for group gaming enthusiasts.

Detailed Review

Secret Neighbor expands the Hello Neighbor universe into multiplayer social deduction territory, positioning itself within the growing party horror genre on mobile platforms. The iOS version brings desktop-inspired gameplay to handheld devices, offering asymmetric multiplayer matches where cooperation and deception intersect in unpredictable ways. The core gameplay revolves around two distinct roles: children working cooperatively to collect keys and unlock the basement, and the Neighbor who disguises themselves among players while sabotaging progress. The recently introduced Guest Class enhances the Neighbor's capabilities with wall-climbing, long-distance leaping, and an item-disarming scream ability. These mechanics create dynamic matches where trust becomes the primary currency and environmental navigation demands strategic thinking across procedurally generated levels. User experience varies significantly based on device capability and network conditions. The interface translates console controls effectively to touchscreen, though movement and interaction can feel imprecise during tense moments. Real-world usage patterns show sessions typically lasting 15-20 minutes, making it suitable for short gaming bursts, though matchmaking times and stability issues occasionally extend this duration. The visual presentation maintains the franchise's distinctive art style while optimizing performance for mobile hardware. User feedback indicates polarized experiences, with technical issues affecting accessibility despite generally positive reception of core gameplay. Reviews from hhnnhujjgt (August 30, 2025) and Bentley kade (August 28, 2025) highlight persistent crashing and age verification problems that prevent gameplay entirely. Conversely, reviews from Love giving demond (July 19, 2025) and Poodie Murph (July 22, 2025) praise the engaging social dynamics and long-term replay value, while Nah bro stop XD (July 19, 2025) notes the horror elements may not meet expectations for younger audiences seeking intense scares. The application demonstrates strength in creating emergent social gameplay moments and maintaining franchise authenticity, though technical reliability remains inconsistent. Ideal for players seeking social deduction experiences with light horror elements rather than intense恐怖, provided they possess compatible hardware and stable internet connections. The free-to-play model with optional purchases makes it accessible for testing, though potential players should anticipate possible stability issues affecting initial sessions.

Key Features

  • Asymmetric multiplayer gameplay pits children against disguised Neighbor creating tense social deduction dynamics
  • Guest Class character enables wall-climbing and scream attacks adding strategic variety to matches
  • Procedurally generated levels ensure no two sessions play identically enhancing replay value
  • Key collection mechanics require cooperation and observation to identify suspicious behavior patterns
  • Cross-platform compatibility allows iOS users to join matches with other platform players
  • Visual style maintains Hello Neighbor's distinctive aesthetic while optimizing for mobile performance

Why Users Love It

Engaging social deduction mechanics
Strong franchise integration

Perfect for: Multiplayer gaming enthusiasts seeking social deduction experiences

Screenshots

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User Reviews

Poodie Murph
Jul 22, 2025

This game is so fun 2 years old I played this game The secret neighbor This game is so fun 2 years old I played this game

Nah bro stop XD
Jul 19, 2025

Wow this is so fun and cool but the game isn’t scary my 8 year old friend saw and she said it’s not scary either Game Wow this is so fun and cool but the game isn’t scary my 8 year old friend saw and she said it’s not scary either

Love giving demond
Jul 19, 2025

This game is awesome this is a must buy app 10/10 🤯 Wow This game is awesome this is a must buy app 10/10 🤯

CaraEtmx
Aug 11, 2025

Ronnie b dead in a car and he got a y he got yto Doritoscjsjsj Dlsowof the car was so funny Lashes’s Ronnie b dead in a car and he got a y he got yto Doritoscjsjsj Dlsowof the car was so funny

The care fan
Aug 9, 2025

So a few years ago I was playing this game and I was like omg this looks so cool but a few years later and I played it but it kicked me out I tried to go back in but it would still kick me out then I deleted it bc it just won’t let me play I’ve been having this problem for 2 years dev pls read this and fix it☹️ Love it but problems So a few years ago I was playing this game and I was like omg this looks so cool but a few years later and I played it but it kicked me out I tried to go back in but it would still kick me out then I deleted it bc it just won’t let me play I’ve been having this problem for 2 years dev pls read this and fix it☹️

App Details

Developer

tinyBuild LLC

Platform

ios

Rating

4.0

Last Updated

9/7/2025