Santa's present for Mac

Quick summary

Santa’s Present is a free, holiday-themed horror short from indie developer MotiRay (known for Space Game). Think of it as a festive mini game with a creepy twist—kind of like Frosty meets a darker holiday tale—set during a snowy evening as the protagonist puts the finishing touches on their Christmas tree.

What you are asked to do

The game hands you a simple to-do note containing two objectives. They are:

• Place the star on top of the tree after you locate it.
• Put Santa’s plate of cookies beneath the Christmas tree.

Where to look for the items

The cookies are easy to spot — they sit on the kitchen counter. However, the note misleads you about the star: it isn’t actually inside the box mentioned on the paper, so you’ll need to search elsewhere in the house to find it before crowning the tree. Once both tasks are completed, Santa eventually arrives.

Gameplay and length

This is a very short experience focused on atmosphere rather than complex mechanics. Gameplay consists mainly of locating two objects and placing them, so it doesn’t offer much variety or challenge beyond the brief exploration.

Final impressions

Santa’s Present succeeds at adding a little horror to the holidays, but most players will probably find the finale underwhelming—an abrupt or muted ending that doesn’t fully capitalize on the build-up. If you want a quick seasonal scare, it’s worth a look; if you expect a deeper or more satisfying conclusion, it may fall short.

Suggested alternative

If you prefer a fuller experience with ongoing content and creative freedom, consider Minecraft (Java & Bedrock editions) — a paid option that delivers long-term play and sandbox possibilities.