Column introduction
Itch Games, a week-by-week compilation of free-to-play, web-based games from the itch.io platform. All content is organized manually, and there are occasional omissions. If there are more works that stand out to you in the same period, please share them in the comment section.
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Hack();《黑客();》
Keywords: puzzle, weird, hacking
Released: December 25
开发者：PSEMO、Abdya
Game Description: As a professional treasure hunter, your job is to travel the world in search of ancient ruins. One quiet night, you spot a ruined ship on a desert island in the distance, and you decide to find out what treasure it holds. However, on the way back, the boat runs out of fuel, forcing you to search around for means of communication. At this point, the ship's old desktop computer becomes your only recourse...
Game Jam 信息：Mini Jam 148: Connections
引擎 / 工具：Unity
Game Link: https://psemo.itch.io/hack
Santa Work In Holiday《圣诞老人的节日工作》
Keywords: role-playing, 2D, Christmas, cozy
Released: December 25
Developer: qiqitaro
Game Description: Have you ever wondered how Santa Claus decides who to give gifts this year before Christmas falls? In this indie game, players take on the role of Santa Claus and make decisions about Christmas letters. Which children will be lucky enough to receive Christmas presents, and which ones will go home empty-handed?
Game Link: https://qiqitaro.itch.io/santa-work-in-holiday
Hamayumishi -Chochin Challenge-《破魔弓师:提灯挑战》
Keywords: Action, platformer, arcade
Released: December 25
开发者：Nice Gear Games
Game Description: "Grab your bow and arrows and defeat the lantern monsters that keep coming!" This shooting game is an ingenious shooter that offers a short slow-motion window when aiming. The key to the game is to effectively control the number of bows and arrows left in the quiver, and make clever use of the slow-motion window to find the right angle and kill multiple monsters with one arrow.
Language support: Japanese
引擎 / 工具：Unity
Game Link: https://nicegeargames.itch.io/hamayumishi
Baby Time!
Keywords: GameBoy, platform decryption, platform puzzle
Released: December 25
开发者:Glutton Games
Game Description: To celebrate the arrival of a new member of the family, the author has created this mini-platformer. In the hospital scenario, players take on the role of two anxious parents and their adopted daughter, working together to use their skills to find an exit through the hospital maze and ultimately come up with a name for their newborn baby.
Game Link: https://golosogames.itch.io/baby-time
Stray Dog: Bone Quest《流浪犬：骨头探险记》
Keywords: puzzles, animals, cute
Released: December 26
开发者:Micael Sampaio
Game Description: Embark on an epic adventure and become a brave dog in Stray Dogs: Bones Adventure! Explore over 50 challenging levels, collect bones, and outsmart cunning cats and mice. Jump through gaps, dodge enemies, plan your moves, navigate through danger, find your way home, and reunite with your loving family!
Game Link: https://micaelsampaio.itch.io/straydog
Pilot: Kim יהוה יהוה הוה הוה
Keywords: Arcade, PICO-8, Beat 'em up
Released: December 27
Developer: Randsak
Game Description: This is a simple and challenging bullet hell shooter where the goal is to defeat all enemies and complete ten face-to-face missions. The game offers an intense shooting experience where players need to earn experience by defeating enemies, upgrade their skills, and try out a variety of random weapons in different waves. Put your reflexes and battle strategy to the test and see how long you can hold out in this dazzling world!
引擎 / 工具:Aseprite、PICO-8
Game Link: https://randsak.itch.io/pilot-kim
CRISTINE《CRISTINE》
关键字：冒险、圣诞、Roguelike
Released: December 27
Developer: Luciano655
Game Description: In order to save Christmas, players will embark on a journey through a mysterious valley in search of gifts. The randomly generated map is littered with magical gifts and ill-intentioned enemies, and you'll need to move cautiously and accurately calculate the likelihood of fighting your enemies. When faced with a strong opponent, don't rush into battle, it may be wise to run away. It's up to you to save Christmas!
引擎 / 工具:PICO-8
Game Link: https://luciano655dev.itch.io/cristine-final
Water Plant(s)《浇水行动》
Keywords: Action, Platformer, Shooter, Pixel Art, Speedrun
Released: December 27
Developer: Dingo
Game Description: This 2D platformer is inspired by Metal Slug and Contra. The player's mission is to assist the adorable animal friend in watering the plant so that it can get back to its favorite activity as soon as possible: taking a nap.
引擎 / 工具:PICO-8
Game Link: https://doomsdaydingo.itch.io/water-plants
Snake on a Train《小蛇列车》
Keywords: platformers
Released: December 27
开发者：nextlevelbanana
Game Description: A lost snake breaks into an abandoned mine, writhes in the dark, and inadvertently sits on a minecart that is still running. The player needs to take control of the minecart and jump on the track as it speeds forward, carefully avoiding the collapsed gaps to help the snake escape.
Game Jam 信息：TOY BOX JAM 2023
引擎 / 工具:PICO-8
Game Link: https://nextlevelbanana.itch.io/snake-on-a-train
Demonology 101《魔鬼学入门 101》
Keywords: puzzle, detective, narrative
Released: December 27
Developer: Ludipe
Game Description: Welcome to Devilology 101, where you'll learn how Xi summon and drive demons. To have full control over them to your advantage, it's essential to follow the tips in the manual to talk to the demons: gain control by carefully observing the demons' answers, finding clues, and calling out their real names. Once you have successfully mastered the five demons, you will be able to grant a wish.
引擎 / 工具：Construct
Game Link: https://ludipe.itch.io/demonology-101
SteelStorm Dungeon《金属风暴地牢》
关键字：射击、动作、Roguelike、顶视角
Released: December 28
Developer: matcapo
Game Description: Brave knight, defeat the evil wizard in this dimly lit dungeon full of unknowns, find the key to leave, and prove your strength!
引擎 / 工具：Unity
Game Link: https://matcapo.itch.io/steelstorm-dungeon