Deal of the Week: Thick as Thieves: Hide‑and‑Cheek
Fans of clever platformers and off‑beat humor have a new reason to celebrate. Thick as Thieves: Hide‑and‑Cheek is currently 13% off at Fanatical, making it the perfect time to dive into the mischievous world of Looty and Booty.
What’s the Game About?
Developed by the indie collective Dodgy Jammers for Game Off 2022, this side‑scrolling 2D puzzler puts you in the paws of professional hamster burglars. The duo receives a list of prized items from The Boss and must sneak through intricate pipe networks, stash loot in their ever‑growing cheeks, and escape before time runs out. Miss a step, and you’ll find yourself too bulky to fit through the tunnels, forcing a frantic scramble back to safety.
How to Play
- Move with
WASDor arrow keys. - Press
Eto tuck items into Looty’s cheeks. - Avoid detection—being spotted wastes precious seconds.
- Deposit loot at the flagged drop‑off points.
- Collect all three items on The Boss’s list to claim victory.
Why You’ll Love It
The game’s charm lies in its cheeky premise—literally getting “thick” as you hoard treasure—paired with tight controls and clever level design. Each stage feels like a fresh heist, and the vibrant art by Ellen Stubbings, Wesley Hall, and Ruth Hammond adds a playful polish that keeps you smiling even when the clock is ticking.
Deal Details
Originally priced at $14.99, the Fanatical discount brings the cost down to $13.00, a modest saving that still feels worthwhile for an indie title that delivers hours of replayable fun. The sale is limited, so grab it while the offer lasts.
Behind the Scenes
Dodgy Jammers—Spencer Hall, Lee Tanner, Max Tanner, Ellen Stubbings, Wesley Hall, Ken Caffrey, Jojo Tulip, and Ruth Hammond—crafted this quirky gem in just a month. Their commitment to the Game Off cliché theme, “Thick As Thieves,” shines through both the gameplay mechanics and the witty dialogue.
Ready to join the hamster heist? Head over to Fanatical, snag the 13% discount, and start rolling your way to loot-filled glory.
Screenshots
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