Hello Neighbor on mobile is a surprisingly faithful port of the stealth-horror hit that kept gamers on edge for years. The core hook—sneaking into a creepy neighbor's house to see what he’s hiding in the basement—is just as tense on a small screen. What makes the game truly stand out is the adaptive AI. This isn't a scripted guard; the Neighbor learns from you. If you keep using the same window, he'll board it up or place a bear trap. This forces a constant state of improvisation and genuine dread.
The puzzles are often surreal and physics-based, requiring you to think outside the box (sometimes literally). While the controls can occasionally feel finicky during high-tension chases, the sense of accomplishment when you finally unlock a new wing of the house is immense. The bizarre, toy-like art style contrasts sharply with the underlying horror, creating a unique atmosphere that is both unsettling and fascinating. It's a game of cat-and-mouse that rewards patience, observation, and a bit of courage.
Look, I’ve seen my share of 'innovative' titles, but Hello Neighbor is a case where the idea is significantly better than the execution. The core premise—a suburban horror game where the antagonist learns your patterns—is genuinely intriguing. In Act 1, it actually works quite well, providing a tense atmosphere as you try to outsmart a persistent foe. However, as the game progresses into the later acts, the level design becomes increasingly nonsensical and the puzzles rely on a leap of logic that feels more like trial-and-error than clever deduction.
The AI, while marketed as advanced, often oscillates between being omniscient and completely oblivious. There’s a distinct lack of polish here; I found myself fighting the controls and the physics engine more often than the Neighbor himself. It’s an interesting diversion for a few hours if you get it for the initial free act, but paying for the full experience feels like a reach given the mechanical jank. It's a game that wants to be a masterpiece of psychological horror but ends up being a frustrating exercise in patience.
Performance: Occasional frame drops on older iOS devices; physics objects can clip through environments.
Buy if: You enjoy experimental horror and don't mind a high degree of trial-and-error.
Skip if: You value tight controls and logical, fair puzzle design.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 2.3.12Wed Apr 16 2025
Updated support and bug fixing in the Neighborhood.
*Supported Devices: iPhone 6s, iPad 5 (2017), iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 4 and everything newer. iPod Touches are not supported*
Hello Neighbor is a stealth horror game about sneaking into your neighbor's house to figure out what horrible secrets he's hiding in the basement. You play against an advanced AI that learns from your every move. Really enjoying climbing through that backyard window? Expect a bear trap there. Sneaking through the front door? There'll be cameras there soon. Trying to escape? The Neighbor will find a shortcut and catch you.
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.*Supported Devices: iPhone 6s, iPad 5 (2017), iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 4 and everything newer. iPod Touches are not supported*
Hello Neighbor is a stealth horror game about sneaking into your neighbor's house to figure out what horrible secrets he's hiding in the basement. You play against an advanced AI that learns from your every move. Really enjoying climbing through that backyard window? Expect a bear trap there. Sneaking through the front door? There'll be cameras there soon. Trying to escape? The Neighbor will find a shortcut and catch you.




















Hello Neighbor is a stealth horror game about sneaking into your neighbor's house to figure out what horrible secrets he's hiding in the basement. You play against an advanced AI that learns from your every move. Really enjoying climbing through that backyard window? Expect a bear trap there. Sneaking through the front door? There'll be cameras there soon. Use environmental clues and stealth to outwit a neighbor who adapts to your every tactic.
Advanced, learning AI
Sandbox-style environmental puzzles
Tense stealth-horror atmosphere
Surreal, evolving house layout
Avoid repetition. If the Neighbor catches you, he will reinforce your previous entry point. Use distractions like throwing objects or turning on radios to lure him away from the area you actually want to investigate.
Developer page with news and series information.
tinyBuild announced Hello Neighbor 3, the new installment in the survival horror stealth Hello Neighbor franchise played by more than 40 million people.
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GameTyrant - Tue Feb 28 2023
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GameTyrant - Tue Feb 28 2023
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GameTyrant - Tue Jun 28 2022
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GameTyrant - Wed Oct 28 2020
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Progression requires finding specific keys and tools hidden throughout the house. Players must manipulate objects using physics—stacking boxes to reach high windows or using a magnet to grab items through bars—all while staying silent.
Yes, the AI tracks your frequent paths and will place traps, cameras, or barricades in those specific locations to stop you in future attempts.