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Quick, honest answers to the most common questions about The Hidden Ones. Where something has not been confirmed, this page says so plainly rather than guessing.
Release and Availability
Is the game out yet?
No. The Hidden Ones is unreleased. It was originally targeted for a 2025 launch, but that window slipped and there is no firm date; the release is to be announced. See Release and Platforms for the timeline.
When does it release?
There is no confirmed release date. This wiki does not state one, and you should treat any specific date you see elsewhere as unconfirmed until the developers announce it.
Was there a test or beta I could have played?
Yes. A regional pre-alpha test ran in January 2025, and a limited playtest ran from late February into early March 2025, both on PC and Android. They have ended. Details are on Release and Platforms.
Platforms and Price
What platforms is it on?
PC (Windows), iOS, and Android. The PC build is Windows-only.
Is it coming to PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
No console version of any kind has been announced. As things stand, the game is planned for PC and mobile only.
How much does it cost?
It is free-to-play. The detailed monetization model beyond that has not been finalized or disclosed. The developers have stated a fair-competition stance with a zero-tolerance policy against cheating.
Does it support crossplay?
Cross-platform multiplayer is listed as a feature, so PC and mobile are intended to play together. The exact matrix of which platforms pair has not been finalized, so treat the specifics as not yet confirmed. Controller, keyboard and mouse, and mobile touch are all supported; see Controls.
Characters and Modes
How many fighters are there?
Previews indicate around nine fighters at launch, growing over time, since it is a live-service game. The pre-alpha test build featured a larger roster of around fourteen fighters in Duel Mode. The final launch count has not been confirmed, so it is best understood as around nine at launch and expanding, not a fixed number. See Characters.
Is Bruce Lee a playable fighter?
There is a confirmed official collaboration with the Bruce Lee estate, and the combat is inspired by his "be water" philosophy and Jeet Kune Do. Whether Bruce Lee appears as a playable character has not been announced. Do not assume he is playable until the developers confirm it. See Bruce Lee Collaboration.
What modes are there?
Three core modes: Story Mode (a cinematic single-player campaign), Duel Mode (competitive player-versus-player), and Trial Mode (a boss rush). The store listing also mentions online co-op, but its structure has not been detailed. The hub for all three is Game Modes.
Who are the Fulfilled?
The Fulfilled is not a single fighter. It is the in-game adaptation of a famous source storyline, featuring the Four Fulfilled Crazies, shown as an enemy faction the player fights against. See The Fulfilled.
The Source Material
Do I need to know the anime to play?
No. The game tells an original story set in the world of The Outcast, so prior knowledge of the source franchise is not required. If you want the background, see The Outcast Source Material.
Is it a straight retelling of the source?
No. It adapts the world and some characters and reproduces a few famous arcs as story chapters, but the overall story is original to the game.
Gameplay Basics
Is the combat hard?
It is skill-based rather than a button-masher and is built around reading color-coded attack tells and managing stamina. It is described as becoming very rewarding once you learn the flow. See Combat System and Stamina and Defense to get started.