Post-Game Statistics & Analysis

Analyze your post-game statistics in Peekaboo. Understand your performance as a Hider or Seeker and find insights to improve your next match.

Congratulations, Seeker or Hider! You've just completed a thrilling round of Peekaboo. Whether you emerged as the ultimate elusive Hider or the cunning Seeker, the game doesn't truly end when the timer runs out. This comprehensive section will guide you through understanding your post-game statistics, uncovering hidden achievements, and optimizing your next match for a truly masterful experience. By meticulously analyzing your performance, you can refine your strategies, master map layouts, and dominate the competition.

Accessing Your Post-Game Report

Immediately after a match concludes, a detailed "Match Summary" screen will appear. This summary meticulously tracks your performance, offering granular insights into your playstyle and highlighting areas for improvement or showcasing your dominance. Should you wish to revisit past triumphs or learn from previous defeats, you can access any prior match summary from the "Player Profile" menu under the "Match History" tab. This tab stores your last 50 matches, allowing for extensive historical analysis.

Key Statistical Categories for Hiders: The Art of Concealment

For those who revel in the art of concealment and evasion, these statistics are crucial for refining your strategy and becoming an uncatchable phantom. Understanding these metrics will help you identify strengths to leverage and weaknesses to address.

• Survival & Evasion Metrics:
  • Total Time Hidden: The cumulative duration you remained uncaught. A higher number indicates superior hiding spot selection, effective evasion, and strategic movement. Aim to maximize this for top scores.
  • Average Time Per Spot: How long you typically stayed in a single hiding spot before moving or being discovered.
    • Interpretation:
      • Too Short (e.g., < 5-10 seconds consistently): May indicate panic, predictable movement patterns, or an inability to find truly secure spots. You might be moving too much or too predictably, making you an easy target for systematic searches.
      • Too Long (e.g., > 45-60 seconds consistently, especially in high-traffic areas): Could mean you're missing opportunities to reposition to safer or more advantageous spots, or you're not actively contributing to objectives. It might also suggest you're in a spot that's too obvious and the Seeker is simply overlooking it for now, which is risky.
      • Ideal Balance: Varies greatly by map and Seeker aggression. On a small, chaotic map like The Alleyways, shorter stays might be necessary. On a large, complex map like The Grand Library, longer, well-chosen stays are more viable. Aim for a dynamic approach: stay put when safe and advantageous, move strategically when necessary or when objectives call.
  • Longest Single Hide: Your record for staying in one spot without being found. This highlights your ability to pick truly secure, often overlooked, locations. Aim for strategic, high-traffic areas where Seekers least expect you, or deep, obscure corners. For example, the small crawlspace behind the bookshelves in The Grand Library or the ventilation shaft access in Forgotten Factory can yield impressive single hide times.
  • Time Spent in Danger Zones: (Advanced Metric) Tracks how much time you spent in areas frequently patrolled or searched by Seekers.
    • Practical Application: This metric is a direct indicator of your risk tolerance and evasion prowess.
      • High Time in Danger Zones + High Survival: This is the mark of an elite Hider. It means you are actively navigating high-risk areas, perhaps to reach objectives or flank the Seeker, and doing so successfully without being caught. It suggests expert use of cover, timing, and potentially abilities.
      • High Time in Danger Zones + Low Survival: Indicates you are frequently in risky areas but failing to evade detection. This might mean your movement is predictable, your use of cover is poor, or you're not anticipating Seeker patrols effectively. You need to refine your pathing and awareness.
      • Low Time in Danger Zones: Suggests a very passive playstyle, sticking to safe, often out-of-the-way spots. While safe, this can limit your score potential and impact on the match if objectives are present.
    • Actionable Insight: If your survival is high, consider intentionally spending more time in calculated danger zones to potentially secure objectives or disrupt Seeker patrols. If your survival is low, analyze replays to see *why* you're being caught in these zones – is it a specific Seeker ability, a predictable path, or poor environmental awareness?
  • Times Evaded Seeker: Number of instances where you were spotted but successfully broke line of sight and escaped without being tagged. Mastering the Shadow Dash ability (unlocked at Player Level 5) is absolutely key here, allowing for quick bursts of speed to reposition or round corners. Effective evasion often involves using environmental cover, such as ducking behind crates in the Forgotten Factory or slipping through narrow passages in The Grand Library.
• Movement & Relocation Dynamics:
  • Distance Traveled: Total meters covered during the match. High distance can indicate effective map traversal and objective engagement, but also frantic, unstrategic movement if not paired with high survival. Analyze this in conjunction with "Hiding Spot Changes." For instance, covering significant distance in the open areas of Whispering Fields without being caught suggests excellent use of available cover.
  • Hiding Spot Changes: How many times you relocated. Too few might make you predictable and vulnerable to systematic searches; too many might expose you unnecessarily during transitions. Finding the optimal number is a sign of a skilled Hider. A good balance might involve 3-5 strategic moves per match, depending on the map size and Seeker pressure.
  • Successful Jukes: (Advanced Metric) The number of times you successfully tricked a Seeker into searching an incorrect area immediately after being spotted. This often involves using environmental cover or quick ability usage. For example, after being spotted near the Grandfather Clock in Clockwork Manor, quickly activating Echo Decoy and then darting into the adjacent ballroom can result in a successful juke.
• Interaction & Objective Engagement:
  • Objective Progress Contributed: If the map includes Hider objectives (e.g., activating Distraction Devices in the Clockwork Manor map, or collecting Lost Gears in the Forgotten Factory), this tracks your contribution. Higher contribution often leads to higher scores and can create crucial diversions. On Forgotten Factory, collecting all 5 Lost Gears before the timer runs out provides a substantial score bonus and can distract Seekers from their primary hunting duties.
  • Decoys Deployed: Number of Echo Decoys (Hider ability, unlocked at Player Level 8) successfully used to mislead Seekers. Track how many of these actually drew a Seeker's attention versus those deployed ineffectively. A well-timed decoy near a common Seeker patrol route can buy precious seconds.
  • Environmental Interactions: (e.g., Doors opened/closed, levers pulled, vents utilized). This can indicate active map manipulation to hinder Seekers or create new hiding opportunities. For example, closing a door behind you in The Grand Library can momentarily confuse a pursuing Seeker, or pulling a lever in the Clockwork Manor might activate a temporary steam vent for cover.
• Points Earned Breakdown:
  • Survival Points: Awarded based on your total survival time. This is your primary source of points as a Hider.
  • Evasion Bonus: Points for successfully evading a Seeker after being spotted. Each successful evasion grants a small bonus, encouraging risky but rewarding plays.
  • Objective Bonus: Points for completing Hider objectives. These often provide significant point boosts and can turn the tide of a match.
  • Stealth Bonus: Awarded for remaining undetected for significant periods (e.g., 30, 60, 90 seconds without being spotted). This rewards patient and strategic hiding.
  • Misdirection Bonus: Points for successfully luring a Seeker away from another Hider or a critical objective using abilities like Echo Decoy.

Key Statistical Categories for Seekers: The Art of the Hunt

For those who hunt with precision and cunning, these statistics illuminate your effectiveness, helping you refine your search patterns, ability usage, and overall predatory instincts. A successful Seeker is efficient, strategic, and relentless.

• Catch & Efficiency Metrics:
  • Hiders Caught: Total number of Hiders you successfully found and tagged. This is the ultimate measure of your success.
  • Catch-to-Search Ratio: The number of Hiders caught versus the number of unique hiding spots you actively investigated. A high ratio suggests efficient searching, minimizing wasted time on empty spots. For example, if you search 10 spots and catch 2 Hiders, your ratio is 1:5. Aim to improve this by prioritizing likely hiding locations.
  • Average Time to First Catch: How quickly you located your first Hider. Crucial for setting the pace of the match and pressuring the Hiders early on. A quick first catch can demoralize the remaining Hiders.
  • Time to Catch All Hiders: The total duration it took to tag every Hider. Lower times indicate superior map knowledge and search efficiency. On Whispering Fields, catching all Hiders in under 2 minutes demonstrates mastery.
  • Search Efficiency: (Advanced Metric) This metric combines the number of spots checked, time spent searching, and Hiders caught. A high efficiency means you're catching Hiders quickly with minimal wasted effort.
• Detection & Ability Utilization:
  • Proximity Pulse Uses: Number of times you activated your Proximity Pulse ability (Seeker ability, unlocked at Player Level 3) and, crucially, how many Hiders it revealed. Analyze the "Hiders Revealed per Pulse" metric to optimize its usage. Using it in a dense area like the Grand Hall in Clockwork Manor is often more effective than in an open field.
  • Thermal Vision Duration: Total time spent using Thermal Vision (Seeker ability, unlocked at Player Level 7) and its effectiveness in spotting Hiders through cover or in dark areas. Track "Hiders Spotted per Thermal Vision Use." This ability is invaluable in the dimly lit corridors of The Grand Library or the shadowy corners of Forgotten Factory.
  • False Positives: Number of times you investigated a spot where no Hider was present. Minimizing this improves efficiency and reduces wasted time. A high number suggests random searching rather than informed deduction. If you consistently check the same empty crates in Forgotten Factory, it's time to re-evaluate your search patterns.
  • Ability Cooldown Efficiency: (Advanced Metric) How often you used an ability as soon as it was off cooldown, or if you held onto it for optimal moments. For Seekers, knowing when to use Proximity Pulse to flush out a group versus saving it for a suspected lone Hider is key.
  • Environmental Interactions (Seeker): (e.g., Doors opened, obstacles moved). Tracks how you manipulate the environment to flush out Hiders or gain access to new areas.
• Map Control & Movement:
  • Area Coverage: Percentage of the map you traversed. A wider coverage increases chances of finding Hiders, but must be balanced with thoroughness. Don't just run through areas; investigate them. Covering 80% of Whispering Fields is good, but if you missed the Old Mill entirely, you might have missed a Hider.
  • Key Hiding Spots Checked: Tracks how often you checked common or high-value hiding spots on the map (e.g., the Grandfather Clock in Clockwork Manor, the Hay Bales in Whispering Fields, the Hidden Alcoves in The Grand Library). Compare this to your "False Positives" in these areas. If you've checked the Grandfather Clock 5 times and found nothing, it might be time to focus elsewhere.
  • Patrol Route Efficiency: (Advanced Metric) Analysis of your movement patterns to identify predictable loops or areas you consistently miss. Developing non-linear patrol routes can catch Hiders off guard.
  • Hider Prediction Accuracy: (Advanced Metric) Based on Hider movement patterns and ability usage, how accurately did you anticipate their next move or hiding spot? This is a qualitative metric often inferred from successful catches after predicting a Hider's action.
• Points Earned Breakdown:
  • Catch Points: Awarded per Hider caught. The primary source of points for Seekers.
  • Speed Catch Bonus: Points for catching Hiders quickly after the match begins or after they've been spotted.
  • Ability Usage Bonus: Points for effective use of Seeker abilities that lead to a catch or significant Hider pressure.
  • Map Control Bonus: Awarded for thorough searching and covering a significant portion of the map.
  • Objective Interference: Points for disrupting Hider objectives or preventing them from completing their tasks.

Advanced Analysis & Strategy Refinement

Beyond the raw numbers, true mastery comes from understanding the narrative your statistics tell. Use the "Match Replay" feature (available for the last 10 matches) to visually confirm your statistical insights. Watch your own gameplay and that of your opponents to understand the 'why' behind the numbers.

For Hiders:

• Analyze High-Risk, High-Reward Spots: If your "Time Spent in Danger Zones" is high but your survival is also high, identify those specific danger zones. Can you consistently use them to your advantage?
• Review Movement Patterns: Compare your "Distance Traveled" with your "Hiding Spot Changes." Are you moving too much or too little? Does your movement lead you into or away from danger?
• Objective Focus: If your "Objective Progress Contributed" is low, even with high survival, consider how you can engage more with map objectives without compromising your safety. Sometimes, a risky objective grab is worth more than passive hiding.
• Decoy Effectiveness: Review your "Decoys Deployed." Did they actually fool the Seeker? If not, practice timing and placement. A decoy near a Seeker's patrol path is far more effective than one deployed in an empty room.

For Seekers:

• Optimize Ability Usage: If your "Proximity Pulse Uses" are high but "Hiders Revealed per Pulse" is low, you might be using it too often or in ineffective locations. Try saving it for areas where you suspect multiple Hiders might be grouped.
• Refine Search Patterns: A high "False Positives" count suggests your search is too random. Use map knowledge to prioritize likely hiding spots first. For example, in Clockwork Manor, always check the Grandfather Clock and the Servant's Quarters before less likely spots.
• Map Control vs. Thoroughness: Ensure your "Area Coverage" is high, but don't sacrifice thoroughness. If you're covering 90% of the map but missing key areas, your "Catch-to-Search Ratio" will suffer.
• Predictive Hunting: If you find yourself frequently relying on abilities, try to develop a more intuitive sense of where Hiders might be based on sound cues, environmental interactions, and common hiding spots. This is where experience and replay analysis truly pay off.

Hidden Achievements & Long-Term Goals

Beyond match-to-match performance, Peekaboo features a robust system of Hidden Achievements that reward specific playstyles, difficult feats, and long-term dedication. These can be found in the "Player Profile" under the "Achievements" tab. Some examples include:

• "Phantom" (Hider): Survive an entire match without ever being spotted.
• "Master of Disguise" (Hider): Use 5 Echo Decoys in a single match that successfully fool a Seeker.
• "Relentless Pursuit" (Seeker): Catch all Hiders within 90 seconds.
• "Eagle Eye" (Seeker): Reveal 3 Hiders with a single Proximity Pulse.
• "Map Explorer" (Both): Visit every named location on a specific map in a single match.

Setting personal goals based on these achievements, or striving to improve specific statistical categories (e.g., increasing your "Catch-to-Search Ratio" by 10%, or improving your "Average Time Per Spot" as a Hider), provides a compelling framework for continuous improvement and long-term engagement with Peekaboo.