Hank Hazard offers players a lighthearted yet progressively challenging puzzle experience where they must manipulate in-game objects and physics to navigate Hank, a hamster in a ball, to his goal.
With over 100 carefully crafted levels, 20 unique items to experiment with, and an accessible touch-based control scheme, the game invites replayability through alternate puzzle solutions and bonus objectives. Though it’s no longer available on the App Store, Hank Hazard once entertained a broad audience of casual and dedicated puzzle fans, offering bite-sized levels that reward clever experimentation and precise timing.
Touch-Based Physics Puzzles
Designed around iPhone’s intuitive touch inputs, each level requires players to move, rotate, or tap objects in real time to propel Hank toward safety.
Over 100 Levels & Bonus Challenges
From simple obstacle courses to elaborate contraptions, levels scale in difficulty and replayability—especially when collecting hidden golden acorns.
Diverse Puzzle Elements
Players can interact with 20 different items, each influencing Hank’s movement in unique ways, from trampolines to fans and rotating platforms.
Scoring & Progression
Advanced players can revisit earlier puzzles to beat high scores, aim for time-based challenges, or fulfill special rulesets for added achievements.
In-House Engine
Custom-built for swift level design iteration and optimized physics, ensuring every puzzle piece responds accurately and consistently to player input.
Developing Hank Hazard was my first foray into professional game design, demanding extensive iteration to ensure each level was both engaging and approachable. Balancing difficulty proved pivotal: early prototypes sometimes frustrated new players, while seasoned puzzle enthusiasts craved more complexity. By running regular playtests with participants of varying ages and backgrounds, we gathered essential feedback that influenced level pacing, item placement, and puzzle variety. This iterative design process culminated in a responsive, kinetic environment where intuitive touch controls elevate the core puzzle-solving experience rather than overcomplicate it.
Previously Launched (Now Removed): The game enjoyed a successful run on the App Store but has since been taken down.
Although no longer available, Hank Hazard left a positive impression on puzzle enthusiasts, demonstrating the power of touch-based physics gameplay.
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