What it is
The late employee is a short browser game about waking up to a boss's ultimatum: get to work within 60 seconds or be fired. It combines low-poly 3D scenes with pixel-art touches and a chaotic single-player action setup. The game was created for Garbage Jam #7, where it placed first out of 77 entries.
From the developer
In the developer’s own words, from eigenstar.itch.io.
You wake up and are surprised that your boss told you that you must come to work within 60 seconds or he will fire you
Controls
PC Controls: Available
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Mobile Controls: Must be activated first from settings
Editor takes
“Sixty seconds of pure panic; the controls feel tight enough to shave precious milliseconds, though mobile needs a settings detour first.”
“A one-minute run to work is the perfect hook for a replay binge, even if I'm not sure how much changes between attempts.”
How to play
Start the game and make your way to work before the 60-second timer runs out. Use keyboard controls on PC; on mobile, enable touch controls in the settings menu first. The main goal is to avoid slowdowns and reach the destination in time.
Tips
- Move straight toward the goal as soon as you wake up—every second counts.
- Learn the route between attempts so you don't waste time hesitating.
- If playing on mobile, activate the mobile controls from settings before starting.
- Use a stable PC setup if possible for more precise movement.
- Keep moving; stopping to inspect the scene will cost time.
Questions
Is The late employee free?
Yes, it is available free on itch.io.
Can I play it on mobile?
The game runs in the browser; mobile controls are available but must be activated first from the settings menu.
How long does a run take?
The in-game timer gives you 60 seconds to get to work, so each attempt is short.
Does it save my progress?
There is no mention of save features; it is a short timed game rather than a long campaign.
What was it made for?
It was created for Garbage Jam #7 and ranked 1st of 77 entries.
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