Hammer Kid

A retro platformer where you swing and throw a hammer

Asylum Square · Released Mar 13, 2023

Reviews: Mostly Positive; 78% of 59
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 1; daily peak, Oct 28, 2026
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update on Steam: 3 years ago; Mar 18, 2023
Minimum PC: 1 GB RAM; Full requirements

What is Hammer Kid?

Hammer Kid is a free-to-play, side-view platformer about a boy defending Vivid Island from an invading monster army. You jump through 40 levels across four worlds, fight enemies and bosses, and collect gems while searching for secrets.

For you if...

+you enjoy demanding platforming built around precise jumps
+you prefer linear adventures that you play solo

Not for you if...

−you want relaxed platforming with forgiving jump timing

What players say

78% of 59 reviews are positive

Players praise the pixel art and retro soundtrack. The most consistent complaint is awkward wall jumping, with players criticizing its responsiveness and strict timing requirements.

Screenshots and trailer

Hammer Kid system requirements

Minimum: 1 GB RAM.

As published by the developer.

Can my PC run Hammer Kid?

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Minimum

OS: Windows 10
Processor: Any x64 and x86 Processor
Memory: 1 GB RAM

Does Hammer Kid have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Single-player

Does Hammer Kid run on Steam Deck?

Verified Yes, Verified by Valve: it works on Steam Deck out of the box.

All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
Shows Steam Deck controller icons
In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 10
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Languages: Full audio: English, German.

Does Hammer Kid use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 28, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam