Underplayed Gems

Santa Claus in Trouble (HD) (2020)

Santa Claus in Trouble (HD) cover
Developer
Joymania Development
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Casual
Rating
4.5 of 5, 301 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A cheerful, retro-styled platformer that feels like a gentle holiday romp through colorful, fizzy worlds.

lightheartedwhimsicalretro-styledcasualfamily-friendlyatmosphericphysics-basedgentle challenge

What players say

Players call it a cult classic that nails the Christmas atmosphere, but the controls are stiff, the camera is fixed, and moving platforms can bounce you off in unfair ways. Some find it a relaxing holiday romp, others say it is surprisingly tough.

Screenshots

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