Helheim Hassle

89%
Game Brain Score Based on 98 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • gameplay
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Helheim Hassle is a genuinely funny game with a dark sense of humour that holds up throughout a series of creative and silly puzzles.
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"Helheim Hassle" is a narrative adventure game where you play as a pacifist Viking, Bjørn, who dies and gets taken to Valhalla. Use Bjørn's ability to detach and combine limbs to solve puzzles and negotiate your way out of going to Valhalla. The game features 14 levels, 90+ puzzles, and 3,700 lines of dialogue performed by 24 actors.

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Reviews

89%
Audience ScoreBased on 98 reviews
humor54 positive mentions
grinding4 negative mentions
  • Helheim Hassle features a unique and creative gameplay mechanic that allows players to detach and combine limbs to solve puzzles, providing a fresh experience.
  • The game is filled with humor, engaging characters, and clever writing, making it an entertaining adventure that resonates with fans of quirky storytelling.
  • The art style and voice acting are of high quality, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere that enhances the overall gaming experience.
  • The final boss and certain timed sequences can be frustratingly difficult, requiring precise controls that feel out of place compared to the rest of the game.
  • Some players experienced issues with backtracking and unclear objectives, leading to confusion and wasted time trying to complete quests.
  • The game can become repetitive, with some puzzles feeling tedious after multiple attempts, which may detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • humor54 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness, dry sarcasm, and engaging characters, making it a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the mix of absurdity and charm, with many noting that the witty dialogue and funny interactions keep them entertained throughout. However, some reviewers felt that the humor could become repetitive over time, suggesting that while it starts strong, it may not maintain its comedic impact for the entire playthrough.

    • “I loved the majority of the game, starting from the opening menu where I was humorously berated for not having a controller plugged in yet.”
    • “The game is full of funny characters, clever puzzles that really teach you the fundamentals of the game and allow you to experiment a lot to get the optional collectibles and an exciting story with good set pieces.”
    • “So far the story has been nothing but engaging, constantly introducing hilarious and charming characters that are easy to fall in love with.”
  • story32 mentions

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its humor, engaging characters, and clever puzzles that enhance the overall experience. However, others expressed frustration over significant gameplay choices that can lock players out of content, leading to a disappointing conclusion after investing considerable time. Overall, while the narrative is often described as fun and charming, the execution can leave players feeling unsatisfied, particularly regarding the final boss and completion aspects.

    • “So far the story has been nothing but engaging, constantly introducing hilarious and charming characters that are easy to fall in love with.”
    • “The game is full of funny characters, clever puzzles that really teach you the fundamentals of the game and allow you to experiment a lot to get the optional collectibles and an exciting story with good set pieces.”
    • “Fun dialogues and good story.”
    • “Unfortunately, it left such an ugly taste in my mouth on reaching the end of the main quest that I can't recommend it.”
    • “It's galling to have sunk 15 hours into a game only to discover by looking online that something I did in the first couple of hours was the wrong thing to do, and that I've been locked out of huge parts of the game: characters I can't meet, places I can't go, and quests that will sit forever in my quest log but cannot be completed.”
    • “Helheim Hassle has a campaign that's a bit too long and a final boss fight that is brutally difficult due to clumsy controls not meant for 'fraction of a second' mission-critical inputs.”
  • gameplay21 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its unique and original mechanics, particularly the ability to detach and utilize body parts for puzzles and exploration, which adds a fun and wacky element to the experience. While the game features enjoyable humor and solid puzzle design, some players find the learning curve for certain mechanics steep and the controls occasionally cumbersome. Overall, the gameplay is praised for its charm, creativity, and engaging side content, making it a worthwhile experience despite some minor frustrations.

    • “This game has a lot of charm with a fun unique mechanic!”
    • “Good gameplay with solid puzzles, comedy that hits far more often than misses, generally enjoyable characters, and a whole lot of sidequests and exploration.”
    • “The gameplay is very unique, with fun puzzles and great action!”
    • “The implementation of mechanics (especially the number of buttons I need to press to throw the hand, not the head, when the body is complete) and tedious puzzles are main cons, but I still enjoy the game.”
    • “Fortunately this mechanic wasn't used often, and was usually optional (Erika).”
    • “There was also plenty of side content, requiring the player to backtrack, but the fast travel mechanic was so snappy and unobtrusive I was never really bored.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics are highly praised for their pleasing art style, polished look, and consistent aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the beautiful visuals and well-executed graphic designs, which contribute to the game's charm and engagement. Overall, the graphics are a standout feature that could entice players to seek future titles from the studio.

    • “The art style is very pleasing to the eye, a smoother and more polished look that still maintains the previous game’s charm.”
    • “The aesthetic is great, clean and consistent.”
    • “It manages the fine art of balancing challenges, witty banter with beautiful visuals that will hold on to your attention.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its atmospheric quality and effective use of leitmotifs, which enhance character immersion. Reviewers appreciate the soundtrack's overall excellence, with specific mention of standout tracks like the Fafnir song.

    • “Good game, really liked the atmosphere of it, the characters, the voice acting, and the music.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing too; I especially love its usage of leitmotifs that really helps to immerse me in the characters.”
    • “I did, the Fafnir song took me a moment to get.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, with characters themselves expressing frustration over repetitive mechanics and puzzles. While some elements, like the final boss and certain chase sequences, contribute to this feeling, many still enjoy the overall experience despite these drawbacks.

    • “Even the characters complain about how tedious the whole game is.”
    • “The implementation of mechanics (especially the number of buttons I need to press to throw the hand, not the head, when the body is complete) and tedious puzzles are the main cons, but I still enjoy the game.”
    • “Some puzzles, such as the chase sequences, the snow level, and the force fields, become tedious.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    Users express mixed emotional responses, with some feeling negatively impacted by controller choices, while others find the game fresh, fun, and wholesome, appreciating its balanced challenge that enhances rather than detracts from the experience.

    • “It felt the right amount of challenging without being frustrating, and that includes tightly parametrized body parts and combinations that never made me feel like I was fighting the engine instead of the puzzle.”
    • “Fresh, fun, and fully wholesome all around.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, the game is considered stable with no significant bugs or glitches, contributing to a generally positive experience. However, some users have noted that map navigation can be cumbersome and occasionally buggy, which detracts from the overall stability.

    • “Map navigation is cumbersome and occasionally buggy.”
    • “The game would have been a low 7/10, as it has an amusing set of stereotypical goofy characters, mostly great voice acting, a fun gimmick, and no noticeable bugs or glitches.”
  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the engaging characters, impressive voice acting, and enjoyable music that contribute to a beautiful and immersive experience. The combination of humor and challenging puzzles further enhances the overall ambiance, making it a standout feature.

    • “Good game, really liked the atmosphere of it, the characters, the voice acting, and the music.”
    • “Do you want to solve cool puzzles in a beautiful atmosphere while laughing your ass off?”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Reviewers note that the game offers significant replayability, suggesting that players can enjoy multiple playthroughs due to its varied content and mechanics.

    • “I didn't play it through, but from what I've seen, it offers great replayability.”
    • “The game has so many different paths and choices that I can't wait to play it again.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in for more.”
    • “I didn't play it through, but from the looks of it, it lacks significant replayability.”
    • “Once you finish the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough, making it hard to justify replaying.”
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