A Hat in Time brings classic 3D platforming into co-op, letting a partner help with exploration, collectibles, and light combat. The creativity per level feels distinctly indie, and its playful tone makes it easy to share. It doesn’t climb higher because the Switch port can be uneven in dense scenes and it lacks online support, reducing flexibility. Still, the campaign’s modular structure suits short sessions, and cooperative scavenger-hunting is a natural fit. For pairs who want a whimsical, hands-on adventure without extreme difficulty, this is a strong pick on Switch.


A Hat in Time
October 5, 2017PlatformerESRB T
About A Hat in Time
Story setup
At a glance
Screenshots
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How long to beat
Player-reported completion times for A Hat in Time.
- Typical
- 13hoursStory plus some extras
- Completionist
- 36hoursEvery side objective too
Estimated from 6 player reports — a small sample, so treat these as approximate.
Multiplayer & game modes
includes split-screen multiplayer, supports up to 2 players locally, features co-op campaign mode.
2 local
Features
Play Modes
Single Player • Multiplayer • Co-op • Local Couch Co-op • Split-Screen
Player Count
- Local
- 1-2
Age ratings
How rating boards around the world have classified A Hat in Time. Open a board for its content descriptors.
CEROB
- Violence
ESRBT
- Blood
- Fantasy Violence
GRAC15+
- Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug
PEGI7
- Violence
- Fear
The content of this game is suitable for persons aged 7 years and over only. It contains: Non realistic looking violence towards fantasy characters - - Pictures or sounds likely to be scary to young children
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