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HATMAN

HATMAN is a vivid 2D Action-Adventure with a sinister edge. Players will explore and fight across four hand-crafted Hub Worlds in a quest to reclaim the four sacred, stolen Hats. Along the way, face cunning adversaries and a shadowy stalker intent on ending your journey.

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Ninjacostar
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Ninjacostar
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About the Game

        

About HATMAN

Navigate the deceptive world of Hatman

a 2D pixel-art adventure where high-skill combat meets a haunting, dark narrative.

                        

       

Features

  • Original and Unique Art style: , Solo developer.

  • Full control: Xbox controller/Keyboard and mouse are fully supported.

  • Deep Combat System: Training mode, unlock enemies you've beaten, learn their weaknesses. 

  • Combat Mastery: Adapt or die: Multi-stage boss encounters and precision enemy logic where success is defined by tactical kiting and the exploitation of frame-accurate hurtbox windows.

  • Find and Upgrade Weapons: Equip yourself with an array of powerful gear to tackle enemies.

  • Collect Gold: Amass a fortune while journeying through four expansive worlds.

  • Humorous Characters: Meet a cast of quirky characters that bring levity to your adventure.

  • Exploration and Challenges: Discover hidden secrets and take on various challenges along the way.

  • Achievements: Full Steam Achievements integration.

                         

Storyline

The Objective

Return Celestara to its former sanctuary.

Your mission: recover the four sacred Hats and return them to the Temple of North Peak.

The Stakes

Survive encounters and shake off pursuits by a predatory Bunny Rabbit.

In a world of deceptive beauty,

your survival depends on mastering the weapons and skills that have been bestowed upon you.

The Execution

Hatman is no man;

he is but a humble scarecrow. Driven by events beyond his control,

he must embark on this mission, hat on head

and sword in hand

to reclaim the legacy of Celestara’s greatest warriors

and bring peace to the land and its people.

MASH BUTTONS? it's worth a try

When everything else fails, mash buttons to wallop the bad guys.

Maybe that's the path to success, if not, a Training mode has been included.

                          

Tails of Usagi: ( The Evil Bunny Rabbit )

In a realm of pixels and sprites so bright, Where HATMAN embarks on his daring flight, Through four vibrant worlds, his quest unfolds, For stolen hats, his journey bold.

Enemies lurk with a cunning grin, And the shadows of a stalker, thin. But HATMAN’s heart, both brave and true, Will guide him through each perilous hue.

With every leap and every bound, In search of hats, new friends are found. Through darkened twists and looming fright, HATMAN’s courage shines the light.

So join this tale, this epic quest, Where bravery and hope are put to test. For in each pixel, a story’s spun, Of HATMAN’s race till the journey's won.

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Solo Developer: Ninjacostar

HATMAN is a solo-driven project built with a focus on high-performance logic and hand-crafted art. As both the coder and artist, I’ve worked to ensure a seamless blend of vivid environmental contrast and precision combat. My goal was to create a technical-led experience where the "storybook" aesthetic and a sinister challenge coexist without compromise.

Thank you. Ninjacostar

                        

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