Anime News Network published a review of Hide and Seek, the seventh volume of the Smudge anthology, edited and translated by Ryan Holmberg with lettering by Ella Rios. The manga compiles early 1970s shoujo horror stories by Naono Yoshiki, presenting short tales that focus on childhood mistakes and traumas. Stories range from sibling rivalry to haunted houses, using supernatural and Kafkaesque elements to depict lasting psychological damage. The art features bleak environments and dynamic line work, contrasting with typical shoujo aesthetics, and includes graphic content and mild nudity in afterword illustrations. The review notes that most stories end on depressing, sometimes ambiguous notes, with one story about a girl who leaves a house with an iron on, leading to a fire while she remains unaware. Critics highlighted the suspenseful blend of horror styles and the stark art style, while noting the consistently dark conclusions. Overall the piece offers a factual examination of the collection’s themes and presentation without editorial judgment.