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Hello Neighbor

Review · Action · Android · PlayStation 4 · PC

Hello Neighbor

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 01 May 2026

Android · PlayStation 4 · PC · Xbox One · iOS · Nintendo Switch

tinyBuild · 2017

LumiScore

66/100

Good

Hello Neighbor is a stealth-horror puzzle game that builds problem solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking, but has suspenseful themes.

Growth (BDS)

50

Risk (RIS)

5

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

7+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.74
B2Social-emotional
0.13
B3Motor
0.45

Hello Neighbor offers a unique stealth-horror puzzle experience that challenges players with an adaptive AI. It promotes problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness as players learn to outsmart their opponent and navigate a complex environment. The game's sandbox elements encourage creativity in finding solutions.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.00
R2Monetization
0.17
R3Social risk
0.00

The game's horror elements and suspenseful atmosphere may be intense for some players, despite its E10+ rating. While microtransactions are present, their impact on gameplay is unclear, but they could potentially lead to unexpected spending. The single-player nature limits opportunities for social-emotional development.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–10/mo.
Avg playtime~4 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Hello Neighbor safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Hello Neighbor a LumiScore of 66/100, recommended for ages 7 and up. It offers solid benefits but needs parental guidance on the risks.

What age is Hello Neighbor appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 7+ for Hello Neighbor (E10+), based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Hello Neighbor?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Hello Neighbor is Up to 2 hours/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Hello Neighbor?

The game's horror elements and suspenseful atmosphere may be intense for some players, despite its E10+ rating. While microtransactions are present, their impact on gameplay is unclear, but they could potentially lead to unexpected spending. The single-player nature limits opportunities for social-emotional development.