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{{short description|2014 video game}}
{{Infobox video game
| title = Sneaky Sneaky
| image = File:Sneaky Sneaky.jpg
| caption = Cover art
| publisher = Naiad Entertainment
| platforms = [[Software:IOS|iOS]]<br>[[Software:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]]<br>[[Software:Mac OS|Mac OS]]<br>[[Software:Android (operating system)|Android]]
| release = '''PC''' {{Video game release|WW|November 12, 2014}} '''Android''' {{Video game release|WW|December 9, 2014}}
| genre = Stealth,  [[Software:Adventure game|adventure]]
| modes = Single-player
}}

'''''Sneaky Sneaky''''' is a [[Software:Stealth game|stealth video game]] for [[Software:IOS|iOS]] and [[Software:Microsoft Windows|Microsoft Windows]]. The PC version of the game was released by Naiad Entertainment on November 12, 2014, and the mobile version was released on December 9. The game relies heavily on stealth, so the player must avoid enemies in order to pass some levels, although normal combat can also be used.

The game follows the adventures of the [[Software:Player character|player character]] Sneaky, a thief. His goal is to escape from prison, avoid enemies and steal rubies in the process. The player is generally encouraged to avoid the guards, but various weapons can be unlocked for Sneaky's use. The [[Software:IOS|iOS]] version of ''Sneaky Sneaky'' received generally positive feedback from critics. It was praised for its battle system. The PC version, on the other hand, received more mixed reviews.

== Plot ==
In the game, the player controls a hooded thief known as Sneaky.<ref name="MP-1"/><ref name=":3">{{Cite web|url=http://www.softpedia.com/reviews/games/pc/Sneaky-Sneaky-Review-467512.shtml|title=Sneaky Sneaky Review (PC)|last=Haulica|first=Radu|website=softpedia|date=15 December 2014|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> After being sent to prison, the game shows a brief cut scene of him sneaking out of prison, avoiding the guards, and stealing rubies.<ref name="MP-1">{{Cite web|url=http://multiplayer.it/recensioni/142579-sneaky-sneaky-furtivita-a-turni.html|title=Furtività a turni|website=Multiplayer.it|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref><ref name=":4" /> However, a bird appears, taking the gems and throwing them across the kingdom.<ref name=":8">{{Cite web|url=http://www.gamezebo.com/2014/12/11/sneaky-sneaky-review-cloak-dagger/|title=Sneaky Sneaky Review: Cloak and Dagger|last=Cymet|first=Eli|date=2014-12-11|website=Gamezebo|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> The game follows Sneaky's attempt to recover the gems, whilst still avoiding enemies.

== Gameplay ==
Throughout the levels, the aim is to avoid an encounter with any enemies, and complete the level by grabbing the golden key inside one of the rooms and then leaving back through the entrance again.<ref name=":5">{{Cite web|url=http://www.hookedgamers.com/pc/sneaky_sneaky/review/article-1376.html|title=Sneaky Sneaky PC review - "Sneakiness rewarded" {{!}} Hooked Gamers|website=www.hookedgamers.com|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> However, if Sneaky is spotted by the guards, a turn-based battle occurs.<ref name=destruct>{{Cite web|url=http://www.destructoid.com/review-sneaky-sneaky-284177.phtml|title=Review: Sneaky Sneaky|website=Destructoid|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> The player also has an option to start the fight with the guards, by having Sneaky attack them with his knife. The character who initiated the battle has the first turn.<ref name=":6">{{Cite web|url=http://cogconnected.com/review/sneaky-sneaky-review-an-experience-better-suited-for-mobile-gaming/|title=Sneaky Sneaky Review - An Experience Better Suited For Mobile Gaming - COGconnected|website=COGconnected|date=23 November 2014 |language=en-US|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref>
[[File:Sneaky Sneaky Screenshot.jpg|alt=A screenshot of one of the levels in the game.|left|thumb|The player hides behind a haystack as a guard stands nearby.|240x240px]] Throughout the game, the player can unlock different weapons and tools for use during the levels. These include an axe, a bow, and a hammer.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/iPad/Sneaky+Sneaky/review.asp?c=62936|title=Sneaky Sneaky Review|website=Pocket Gamer|date=11 December 2014 |access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> The arrow is used for ranged attacks, whereas the sword can be used for melee attacks. The hammer is for breaking rocks and the axe is for cutting down trees.<ref name=":0" /> In addition, special attacks can also be used.<ref name=apple>{{Cite web|url=http://applenapps.com/review/sneaky-sneaky-steal-deal-app-store#.V0K_mLh97IV|title=Sneaky Sneaky - A Steal Of A Deal In The App Store - AppleNApps|website=AppleNApps|language=en-US|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref>

At the end of each level, the player is granted a specific amount of XP.<ref name=":6" /> This is based on how many enemies the player killed during the level, as well as how the kills were made. XP in the game can be used to purchase upgrades to Sneaky's statistics, which are health, movement and damage.<ref name=":6" /> In addition to this, rubies and pots are scattered throughout the various levels. Rubies cannot be used for any purpose, but pots can be broken open, yielding arrows for the bow, and gold coins, which can be used as currency to purchase weapons and other types of gear.<ref name=":5" />

In addition, powerups can be found throughout the levels.<ref name=":8" /> For example, the monster bait<ref name=":7">{{Cite web|url=http://toucharcade.com/2015/02/05/sneaky-sneaky-review/|title='Sneaky Sneaky' Review: Metal Gear Rogue|date=2015-02-05|website=TouchArcade|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> is a powerup which allows the player to lure enemies and control them with the aroma of the bait.<ref name=":8" /> Another example is a powerup known as "moving cover", which allows the player to camouflage and hide in the environment in order to avoid guards who walk past.<ref name=":8" />

== Reception ==
The [[Software:IOS|iOS]] version of ''Sneaky Sneaky'' generally received positive reviews from critics, with a metascore of 82.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/sneaky-sneaky/critic-reviews/?platform=ios-iphoneipad|title=Sneaky Sneaky|website=Metacritic|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> Overall, it was praised for its combat system, and the way that it handles turn-based battles.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web|url=http://www.148apps.com/reviews/sneaky-sneaky-review/|title=Sneaky Sneaky Review {{!}} 148Apps|website=www.148apps.com|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> Critics were also generally impressed by the puzzles, and the cartoon-like graphics.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://business.financialpost.com/fp-tech-desk/post-arcade/ios-game-review-roundup-a-great-moba-a-good-stealth-puzzler-and-another-freemium-turd?__lsa=77f3-c6b3|title=iOS game review roundup: A great MOBA, a good stealth puzzler, and another freemium turd|website=Financial Post|date=18 December 2014|access-date=2016-05-23|last1=Sapieha|first1=Chad}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://appadvice.com/review/quickadvice-sneaky-sneaky|title=Recover your stolen loot in Sneaky Sneaky, a challenging new stealth RPG game|website=AppAdvice|date=15 December 2014|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> The game was named TouchArcade's game of the week,<ref name=award>{{Cite web|url=http://toucharcade.com/2014/12/12/toucharcade-game-of-the-week-sneaky-sneaky/|title=TouchArcade Game of the Week: 'Sneaky Sneaky'|date=2014-12-12|website=TouchArcade|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> and was an entrant in the Independent Games Festival, 2014.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.igf.com/php-bin/entry2014.php?id=4003|title=The 18th Annual Independent Games Festival - Sneaky Sneaky|website=www.igf.com|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> However, the game's reception wasn't all positive, with VentureBeat criticizing the game's controls for being too difficult to use.<ref name=vb>{{Cite web|url=https://venturebeat.com/2014/12/12/sneaky-sneaky-is-the-adorable-assassins-creed-game-you-never-knew-you-wanted-review/|title=Sneaky Sneaky is the adorable Assassin's Creed game you never knew you wanted (review)|website=VentureBeat|date=12 December 2014|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref>

The PC version of the game received more average reviews, with a metascore of 63.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/sneaky-sneaky/critic-reviews/?platform=pc|title=Sneaky Sneaky|website=Metacritic|access-date=2016-05-23}}</ref> It was criticized for its lack of length.<ref name=":3" /> Brian Connor from COGconnected dubbed it "an experience better suited for mobile gaming", although he also called it "a fun little time waster" after considering the price.<ref name=":6" /> Hooked Gamers was unimpressed by the controls, as the player is forced to use a mouse.<ref name=":5" />

== References ==
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== External links ==
* [http://naiadentertainment.com/sneaky-sneaky/ Official website]

[[Category:Adventure games]]
[[Category:Android (operating system) games]]
[[Category:IOS games]]
[[Category:MacOS games]]
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