I don't believe in that statement 'hidden gem' anymore, this was possible some years back when crypto isn't as popular as it is today, now every good new projects don't need to have a invincible veil over it's head, if the new project is good enough it will be known, right now we are in bear market but still if a new good project come out of no where today the name will he heard.
Yes, why believe statements on paper that anyone can draw. if the project is good enough, I believe the community will soon find out and support it. Not necessarily declaring my project will be this, it will be that, it's ridiculous.
You will not be better than anyone if you constantly compare yourself to others, focus on the real value you can bring to people. Prove that you're not useless and that action is essential, not just a statement.