Sneaky Friends
About Sneaky Friends
Sneaky Friends takes the classic childhood game of hide and seek to a whole new level, dropping you into a maze-like school with a scary twist. Find the perfect hiding spot, use your quick reflexes to slip away unnoticed, and outsmart the creature stalking the halls at every turn. Your group of stickman friends starts out huddled together, and your job is to rescue your teammates one by one while collecting stars scattered throughout each level.
Every level alternates between Hide and Seek phases, giving you a short window to find cover before a countdown timer puts the pressure on. Stars collected along the way double as currency, letting you unlock a growing roster of colorful and costumed characters from the in-game Shop between rounds.
Controls
| Action | Control |
|---|---|
| Move Character | Mouse Drag / Touch and Drag |
Hide and Seek Phases
Each level begins with a Time to Hide countdown, giving you a few seconds to steer your character away from the group and tuck into a corner of the maze before the seeking creature starts hunting. Once the hiding window closes, a new countdown timer appears, and staying out of sight for the full duration is what keeps you safe. Choosing between the Hide and Seek buttons before a round starts lets you decide which role you want to play, adding variety between rounds.
Rescuing Teammates and Collecting Stars
Your group of stickman friends starts each level clustered together in a huddle, and progressing through the maze means splitting off to rescue teammates who have wandered or been caught. Stars are scattered generously throughout every maze, tucked into corners and dead ends, rewarding thorough exploration alongside cautious hiding. Your total star count is tracked at the top of the screen, climbing steadily as you clear levels and grab everything you can find.
Shop and Character Unlocks
Stars collected during runs can be spent in the Shop on a wide range of character skins, starting with simple solid-color options before unlocking flashier costumed characters. Each skin is priced individually, with your current star balance shown clearly at the top of the menu, so you can plan which character to save up for next. Switching characters doesn't change the gameplay, but it's a fun way to stand out as you climb through the levels.
Tips for Escaping Detection
- Use the Time to Hide window fully rather than settling for the first hiding spot you see, since a well-placed hiding spot near the maze's edges is often safer.
- Watch the creature's movement pattern before deciding when to dash toward a stranded teammate, since bad timing during a rescue attempt can get you caught.
- Prioritise nearby stars over risky detours deep into unexplored maze sections, especially once the countdown timer is running low.
- Save your stars for character unlocks you actually want rather than the cheapest option available, since colors and costumes are purely cosmetic.
How to Play Sneaky Friends
- Choose Hide or Seek — Pick your role for the upcoming round.
- Find a hiding spot — Use the Time to Hide countdown to tuck away before the search begins.
- Avoid detection — Stay out of sight for the full round timer to stay safe.
- Rescue your teammates — Reach stranded friends scattered around the maze to bring them back.
- Collect stars — Grab stars along the way to build up your currency.
- Unlock new characters — Spend your stars in the Shop to customize your look for future rounds.
Developer
Sneaky Friends is developed and published by kiz10.com, available to play for free on OnlineGames.io with no download or account required. The game runs in-browser and is compatible with iOS and Android mobile devices.
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