Session Respect Score
"Relaxing exploration game perfect for short play sessions."
Minimum session
45 min
Pausability
Pause anytime
Resume friendliness
Easy to resume
FOMO pressure
Zero FOMO
Focus required
Chill
Session structure
Open-ended
Where to play
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Platforms
PlayStation 4, PC / Windows, macOS, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Age Rating
About
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
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 t…
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Platforms
PlayStation 4, PC / Windows, macOS, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Age Rating
A Short Hike — Session FAQ
- How long does a session of A Short Hike take?
- The minimum meaningful session for A Short Hike is approximately 45 minutes. This is the shortest play window where you can make real progress or have a satisfying experience, based on community data.
- Can you pause A Short Hike?
- Yes — A Short Hike supports instant pause. You can stop at any moment without penalty, making it ideal for sessions that might be interrupted.
- Does A Short Hike pressure you to keep playing?
- A Short Hike has no FOMO mechanics — no timed events, live content, or narrative cliffhangers. You can stop whenever you want without feeling like you're missing out.
- What is A Short Hike's Session Respect Score?
- A Short Hike has a Session Respect Score of 10.0/10. This score combines minimum session length, pausability, FOMO level, and pickup friendliness into a single metric for how well the game fits busy schedules.