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Mean Hamster Software is the independent studio behind Pet Shop Hop, Crossbow, Ye Olde Sandwich Shope, Vegas Nights, Myst for Pocket PC and more. Delivering fun since 1985!
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All posts →June 17, 2026
HamsterOS Is Coming!
We're building an operating system from scratch. HamsterOS is a floppy-first hobby OS for 386-class PCs with a full VGA desktop, built-in apps, and a unique retro personality. Coming November 2026.
Jun 15, 2026
New Crossbow Game in the Works
We will be publishing a new Crossbow Game around October of 2026! The new version features updated graphics, sound and music as well as power ups and more hidden secret! This will…
Jun 16, 2013
Girl Frames, Now in the App Store
Don't just post that photo, GirlFrame that photo! A collection of fashionable, fun digital frames to fit your favorite horizontal or vertical photos. From girls night out to your…
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▶ Play nowHamster Dash
A bite-sized browser arcade game — dodge, dash, and grab seeds for a high score. Built to show off the new site's web-game platform.
Crossbow
The Exidy classic is getting a full remake — updated graphics, new music and sound, power-ups, and hidden secrets. Coming to PC, Mac, iOS, and Android.
Cat Wash
Cat Wash Play now on Big Fish! PC "Cat Wash is a quirky time management game that has you washing cats in a disco-themed pet salon. Pet grooming games are nothing new, but cat washing games are rare, combined with a…
Cat Wash 2
Run the grooviest cat salon in town! Wash, groom, pamper, and play in this colorful sequel — more cats, more combos, and a whole lot more disco.
Passport to Perfume
Passport to Perfume Play now on Big Fish! PC | Mac "Join Sophia, an adventure-seeker and perfume extraordinaire from the 1940′s in Passport to Perfume as she travels the world to find the illusive scent of Marie…
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PawPrints 3D
Custom 3D-printed sculptures of your pet — hand-sculpted true to their unique markings, posture, and personality. Starting at $39.