Heaven's Vault vs A Short Hike
Both Heaven's Vault and A Short Hike share Full controller support and Singleplayer — so which one deserves your time? A Short Hike wins 4 of our metrics to 0.
Heaven's Vault
A Short Hike| Metric | Heaven's Vault | A Short Hike | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player rating | ★ 3.92 | ★ 4.35 | A Short Hike by 0.43 (11%) |
| Metacritic | 75 | 84 | A Short Hike by 9 (12%) |
| Catalog popularity | 1,101 adds | 1,916 adds | A Short Hike by 815 (74%) |
| Avg. playtime | 2h | 2h | Similar length |
| Platform families | 2 | 3 | A Short Hike |
| Release year | 2019 | 2019 | Same year |
Platform exclusives
- A Short Hike only: Nintendo
Verdict
A Short Hike takes 4 of 4 measurable categories. Both lean on Full controller support and Singleplayer, so whichever you pick, the core feel carries over.
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