Run, jump, and explore a vibrant, mysterious world in A Hat in Time, an action-adventure platformer developed by Gears for Breakfast. Thanks to an incredibly successful Kickstarter campaign, which doubled its funding goal in just two days, the game delivers a colorful universe filled with secrets, collectibles, and mysteries. Fans of Super Mario 64 and Banjo-Kazooie will feel right at home with this nostalgic yet fresh experience.
Gameplay
Dive into a whimsical adventure filled with item collecting, puzzle-solving, and combat using an umbrella that unlocks new powers. Your primary mission is to gather timepieces, which serve as fuel for Hat Kid’s spaceship and allow her to travel between worlds. Collecting 40 timepieces unlocks additional levels, with more rewards as you progress. Don’t shy away from combat—defeated enemies drop pons, the in-game currency used to unlock features and purchase badges to enhance Hat Kid’s abilities.
Become a fashionista as you stitch together an impressive collection of hats by gathering yarn balls found in each level. Each hat grants a unique ability, like sprinting, crafting potions, or peeking into other dimensions. Strategically swap hats to tackle different challenges. As you explore, collect relics to open Time Rifts—bonus levels packed with additional puzzles and storybooks that reveal a greater narrative when assembled. Additionally, hunt for rift tokens hidden throughout the game’s worlds, which can be used in The Roulette mini-game to win cosmetic upgrades and music remixes.
Story
You play as Hat Kid, who is on her way home aboard her spaceship powered by timepieces. When an accident scatters her fuel across a mysterious planet ruled by an evil mafia, Hat Kid must traverse this strange new world and collect the lost timepieces to continue her journey. This is just the beginning, as there are five unique worlds to visit, each filled with new challenges and characters to interact with.
Mods and Game Modes
Thanks to the overwhelming support from the community, A Hat in Time features mod support, allowing players to create, download, and share custom content. With hundreds of mods available on Steam Workshop, ranging from cosmetic enhancements to gameplay-altering modifications, the replayability is endless—and all for free!
On top of that, the developers have released a free DLC, A Hat in Time – Coop, enabling split-screen cooperative play. Now you can team up with a friend to explore the game’s expansive worlds together, making your adventure even more fun.
Reception
Even before its release, A Hat in Time garnered widespread praise for its fresh ideas, nostalgic elements, and charming art style. Since launch, it has been embraced by the gaming community, earning a special place in the hearts of players with its delightful platforming and captivating worlds.
Key Features:
- Classic action-adventure platformer gameplay with a modern twist.
- Charming, cartoon-style visuals for players of all ages.
- Expansive worlds filled with secrets, characters, and challenges.
- A wealth of collectibles, unlockables, and cosmetics to discover.
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