Hodgepodge Hunch is a who-done-it game where everyone chips in to make a hotpot dish. Collaborate with your buddies to collect ingredients in the dungeons and whip up a delicious feast. There's just one problem... A backstabber may be lurking among you who'll throw your dinner plans awry...
The game seamlessly combines cooking and social deduction elements. Players work collaboratively to collect ingredients from dungeons and assemble a delicious hotpot dish, all while suspecting that one of their own may be a sabotaging spy. This novel approach sets the experience apart from traditional social deduction titles, providing a refreshing twist on the classic "werewolf" or "mafia" formula.
Players must venture into dungeons to procure the necessary ingredients for their hotpot. This cooperative aspect encourages players to share resources, coordinate their actions, and ensure a successful dish. The dungeon exploration adds an element of adventure and unpredictability to the otherwise stationary social deduction setting.
A key aspect of the gameplay is uncovering the hidden spy among the group. Players must pay attention to each other's behaviors, actions, and conversations to identify the individual who is surreptitiously trying to sabotage the hotpot by adding forbidden ingredients. This social deduction element injects an engaging layer of suspicion, discussion, and deception into the experience.
The game requires players to carefully balance their efforts between cooking the perfect hotpot and unmasking the spy. Collaboration is essential for collecting ingredients and preparing the dish, but players must also be vigilant in their interactions to detect any suspicious behavior from their fellow cooks. This delicate balance between cooperation and deception is a central challenge that keeps players engaged throughout the experience.
The game caters to players of all skill levels and group sizes by incorporating CPU-controlled characters that can join the game. This feature ensures that the gameplay remains accessible and enjoyable, even for those who may not have a full complement of human players. Additionally, the inclusion of a Solo Mode allows players to practice and familiarize themselves with the game's mechanics at their own pace.