Missing Hiker is a short indie horror game where the player's brother, Ethan, went missing while hiking, and the player attempts to find him[6]. The setting is a mountain side in the winter while snowing[4] [5], described as a dark wood[5]. The weather is very cold, emphasizing the need to find him quickly before he succumbs to the elements[6]. The game is characterized as a short creepy horror experience[6] that aims to build tension and foreboding[5]. It features VHS aesthetics[6], atmospheric ambience[6], immersive sound design[6], and volumetric lighting[6]. The gameplay involves wandering a dark wood and driving[5], and it includes jump scares[5]. Missing Hiker is noted for its short duration, typically taking around fifteen to twenty minutes to complete[5], and is available free of charge[5].
