The Hide n Seek mode in Among Us was introduced on December 9, 2022, as the game’s first alternative game mode.
Key Features of Hide n Seek Mode:
- Impostor Visibility: In this mode, the Impostor’s identity is known to all players from the start.
- Objective: The Impostor aims to eliminate all Crewmates within a fixed countdown timer.
- Crewmate Actions:
- Hiding: Crewmates must find hiding spots or flee from the Impostor.
- Task Completion: Completing tasks can reduce the countdown timer, providing more time for survival.
- Vent Usage: Crewmates can briefly enter vents to evade the Impostor.
- Impostor Limitations:
- No Sabotages: The Impostor cannot perform sabotages in this mode.
- No Venting: The Impostor cannot use vents to navigate the map.
- Proximity Indicator: Crewmates receive a display showing their proximity to the Impostor and the number of remaining Crewmates.
- Endgame Mechanic: Near the end of the round, the Impostor gains a “seek” ability, allowing them to see the locations of all remaining Crewmates.