# Deceptive Interactive Games The 'Hidden Folks' Game Requires You To Unearth Hidden People By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-02-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-folks References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2016/02/03/if-you-love-adult-coloring-books-youll-enjoy-hidden-folks/) & [hiddenfolks](http://hiddenfolks.com/) Hidden Folks is a delightfully deceptive interactive game that is simple at first glance, but is designed to get you completely immersed and engaged once you well and truly get into the game. The game features a black-and-white environment that is full of highly intricate and detailed environments. You can play the game on iOS, [Apple TV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sofabaton-u3) and [Steam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/howl). The game requires you to interact with particular elements of the environment in order to discover secrets and, quite literally, hidden folks. This wonderful interactive game will appeal to you if you're a fan of Where's Waldo or indeed the increasingly popular adult coloring book, as it requires a mix of creativity and an eye for detail. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Gaming:** Games that require active participation and engagement from players offer opportunities for immersive experiences and unique storytelling. - **Intricate Environments:** Games with highly detailed and intricate virtual worlds provide players with a sense of exploration and discovery, creating opportunities for players to invest significant time and engagement. - **Combining Creativity and Observation:** Games that blend creativity and attention to detail challenge players to think outside the box and reward observant players, offering opportunities for unique gameplay experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** The interactive gaming industry can incorporate elements of intricate environments, storytelling, and creativity to create immersive gaming experiences. - **Entertainment:** Intricate and engaging game experiences can captivate the entertainment industry's audience, offering new forms of interactive content. - **Education and Training:** Interactive games that combine creativity and observation can be utilized in educational and training settings to enhance critical thinking skills and attention to detail. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multimedia Treasure Hunts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madoks-interactive-treasure-hunt.md) - [Satisfying Digital Puzzle Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geometric-interactive.md) - [Hybrid Puzzled Tranquil Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unpacking-game.md) - [Engaging 3D Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foros-game.md) - [Casual Nature-Inspired Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-of-the-sea.md) - [Phygital Journal-Style Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-book-game.md) - [Relaxing Brain Teaser Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprinkle-words.md) - [Strategic Puzzle Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elephant-in-the-room1.md) - [Cozy Meditative Digital Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simpler-times.md)