Hide the Friend — The two roles and how they work
About
OverviewHide the Friend is a multiplayer Roblox game where one player is Mom and everyone else has to hide before she catches them. This guide covers the basics of both roles and what to do when things go wrong.
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The two roles and how they work
Table
When a round starts, roles are assigned automatically. Mom wins by finding all the hiding friends. Friends win by staying hidden. Both sides have different things to focus on, so it helps to understand each role before you jump in.
| Mom | hunts the room for hidden friends and tries to find everyone |
| Friend | gets inside a hiding spot and avoids being discovered |
| Winning condition (Mom) | locate every friend during the round |
| Winning condition (Friend) | stay hidden until Mom gives up or time expires |
| Found friend | drops out of hiding and enters spectator mode while the rest continue |
Getting started
StepOnce the round kicks off, your role appears on screen. Read the on-screen instructions each time.
- Let your friend in move to the door and let the friend character inside
- Grab and hide pick up your friend and get them into a hiding spot before Mom arrives
When the game is not running smoothly
CheckBecause Hide the Friend is multiplayer, a shaky internet connection can cause characters to skip or lag behind. If something feels off, run through these checks before assuming the game is broken.
- Internet connection is stable lag makes characters jump and ruins timing for both roles
- Other players are visible if the room looks empty just after the round starts, try rejoining
- Game has not frozen if nothing moves for several seconds, reload the experience or restart Roblox
Getting the most out of each session
SummaryHide the Friend works best as a social experience. More players means more confusion, which means more fun.
Glossary
Glossary- Mom
- The player who searches the room and tries to find every hidden friend before the round ends.
- Friend
- A player who must be grabbed and hidden before Mom spots them.
- Hiding spot
- A place inside the room where a friend can be concealed from Mom's view.
- Spectator mode
- The state a found friend enters after being discovered, watching the rest of the round without playing.
- Server
- The individual instance of the game you join on Roblox, which can fill up and require you to find a different one.
Common questions
FAQCan I play this game alone?
No — you need at least one other player for a round to start.
How are Mom and Friend roles decided?
Roles are assigned automatically at the start of each round.
What happens when Mom finds you?
The discovered friend is out for that round and moves into spectator mode. Mom then continues searching for anyone still hidden.
Do I need to spend Robux to be competitive?
No paid advantages have been noted for this game. Everyone plays under the same conditions regardless of whether they have spent anything.
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