A Short Hike

A Short Hike

Adventure • Indie
2019

A Short Hike is an upcoming Adventure/Indie game releasing on PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows). Scheduled to launch on July 30, 2019.

Developed by Adam Gryu and published by Adam Gryu, Whippoorwill.

Release Date: 07/31/2019

Released
A Short Hike cover
trailer

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.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

PlayStation 4LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)MacXbox OneNintendo Switch

Genres

AdventureIndie

Developer

  • Adam Gryu

Publishers

  • Adam Gryu
  • Whippoorwill

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

Bird view / Isometric

Ratings & Reviews

78%
Critic Score
2 reviews
73%
User Score
263 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

FantasyOpen world

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

explorationcasualfishingfemale protagonistanimal protagonistflightnaturebird

Game Engine

Built with Unity

Release Information

Primary Release Date

July 30, 2019

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

PC (Microsoft Windows)

July 30, 2019
Worldwide

PlayStation 4

November 16, 2021
Worldwide

Xbox One

November 16, 2021
Worldwide
November 16, 2021
North America

Linux

July 30, 2019
Worldwide

Mac

July 30, 2019
Worldwide

Nintendo Switch

August 18, 2020
Worldwide

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for A Short Hike on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with A Short Hike, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about A Short Hike