is a 2D indie horror game centered on a brutal version of hide-and-seek. Players control a character who must find a hiding spot while "Bill the Butcher," an escaped asylum patient, randomly investigates areas to slaughter his victims. The goal is to be the last survivor among a group of NPCs. Mixed Reviews

: Some find the pixel art "too cute" to be truly scary, leading to a disconnect between the intended dread and the actual visual style. Community Perspectives

“The game is just boring. You are playing against a random number generator. You have no influence whether you win or not.” Steam Key Features There's a Butcher Around on Steam

“There Is a Butcher Around is a tense and engaging horror game that really keeps you on edge. The atmosphere is creepy, the sound design is excellent.” Steam

: While the game features 17 characters and up to 7 maps, these are largely cosmetic. Critics note the game is very short and can feel mindless or boring after the initial rounds.

: Many reviewers from Hardcore Droid and Steam Community point out that the game is almost entirely based on luck (RNG) rather than strategy. There is no clear pattern to the butcher's movements, which can make successful survival feel unearned.

: The free mobile versions are heavily criticized for excessive advertisements. Users on Google Play reported ads appearing after nearly every button click, which significantly disrupts the experience.