Underplayed Gems

HatMania (2022)

HatMania cover
Developer
Diplopian
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
5.0 of 5, 8 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 29 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

You split your attention to guide two characters through a tricky dungeon, juggling traps and puzzles in short retro-styled levels.

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What players say

Players say controlling two characters on separate screens is a novel challenge that demands intense focus and hand-eye coordination. Levels are short and the loop of dying and retrying is satisfying, though difficulty spikes on certain stages can cause near rage quits.

Screenshots

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