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title: "Hammer Time"
subtitle: "Swing, Dash, and Fight for Survival"
date: 2025-01-31T22:52:00.000Z
category: game
url: https://phaser.io/news/2025/01/hammer-time
site: Phaser - https://phaser.io
copyright: © 2026 Phaser Studio Inc. All rights reserved.
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# Hammer Time

*Swing, Dash, and Fight for Survival*

In a standout entry from the 16th Pirate Software Game Jam, developer drewhjava brings us Hammer Time, an intense survival game where you play as a trusty hammer that is both your lifeline and your greatest weapon. Created in just 16 days under the theme "You are the weapon," this game stands out among the jam's 1,772 submissions with its unique combat mechanics and strategic gameplay.

![](hammer-time-anim.gif)

At its core, Hammer Time is a test of endurance and skill. Players must manage their stamina while fending off endless waves of enemies using a versatile hammer combat system. The intuitive controls let you swing your hammer clockwise or counterclockwise with mouse clicks, while WASD movement and direction-based dashing add layers of mobility to the combat.

The game shines with its combo system, rewarding skilled players who can chain together moves. From basic dash-swing combinations to impressive 15-enemy super combos, mastering these techniques is key to survival. Enemy encounters aren't just about defense – they also provide opportunities to replenish your crucial stamina bar through pickups.

![](hammer-time2.png)

Each run presents a simple but challenging goal: survive as long as possible. With your stamina constantly depleting from both combat and enemy damage, every swing and dash must be calculated. It's a perfect example of easy-to-learn, difficult-to-master gameplay that keeps you coming back for "just one more run."

Want to test your hammer-wielding skills? Jump in and see how long you can last in this adrenaline-pumping survival challenge!

[Play Hammer Time](https://drewhjava.itch.io/hammer-time)

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