Helmet Heroes

Fight your way through this vast online world of players and monsters as you level up and gain new swords, helmet, and armor. Make friends, create guilds, explore new areas, and unleash some serious energy.

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Reviews

53%

Audience ScoreBased on 641 reviews

story4 positive mentions

grinding25 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for long-time players, with many fond memories associated with it.
Despite its issues, some players find the game fun and enjoyable, especially when played with friends.
The game has a variety of classes and gameplay mechanics that can be engaging for those who enjoy grinding.

The game is plagued with bugs, frequent disconnections, and a lack of updates, making it nearly unplayable.
Many players report being banned for no reason, leading to frustration and a sense of unfairness.
The game has a pay-to-win model that detracts from the overall experience, with essential features locked behind microtransactions.

story
32 mentions
13 % positive mentions
78 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and unengaging, with many players comparing it unfavorably to MapleStory, which they see as a superior alternative. Reviewers note a lack of significant quests or narrative depth, leading to a forgettable experience that feels more like a grind than a cohesive adventure. Overall, the absence of a compelling storyline detracts from the gameplay, leaving players wanting more in terms of narrative and objectives.
- “The story is very immersive.”
- “I was expecting some type of story with the option of multiplayer capabilities.”
- “Maybe just add an objective or quests and this game could be great.”
- “The quests are truly trash but you don't need them.”
- “The controls are horrible and the game itself has no real story or anything, just a forgettable experience.”
- “With very minimal story you are immediately thrown into a server with random individuals and the goal is to either kill enemies to level up or to gather money to kill enemies.”
grinding
27 mentions
0 % positive mentions
7 % neutral mentions
93 % negative mentions
The game is heavily focused on grinding, with many players noting that it can feel excessive, especially from levels 200 to 400. While some enjoy the grind and find it addictive, others feel it detracts from the overall experience, turning the game into a "grinding simulator" rather than a balanced RPG. Overall, it appeals primarily to those who appreciate grind-heavy gameplay, but may frustrate players seeking more diverse content.
- “There is a point where the game gets really grindy.”
- “But when you start playing more and more, you start to realize that grinding is the only thing you do in this game.”
- “Too much time is spent grinding, and to what end?”
graphics
27 mentions
22 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
26 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the cartoony art style reminiscent of titles like MapleStory, while others criticize the overall quality as average or poor, citing issues like graphical glitches and misalignment. Despite some positive remarks about the game's visual appeal, many users express disappointment in the lack of polish and modernity in the graphics, leading to a generally unfavorable perception.
- “I liked the graphics and gameplay of this game.”
- “Love the game as it has loads of content and is amazing when it comes to graphics, and it is really cartoony so it is universal.”
- “Brilliant dynamic graphics.”
- “It features average, mismatched 2D cartoony art instead of modern, contemporary PC graphics.”
- “I don't get why people hate on this game besides the bad graphics.”
- “The graphics are god awful - not just because of the childish unpolished design but they are misaligned, have random pixels around the edge of the graphics which obviously aren't supposed to be visible, among other graphical issues.”
gameplay
24 mentions
21 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it addictive and enjoyable despite its flaws, while others criticize it for being grindy, repetitive, and shallow, particularly in its mobile version. Many users express a desire for more updates and polish to improve mechanics and reduce monotony, while some appreciate its unique characteristics within the RPG genre. Overall, the gameplay is seen as fun but marred by issues that detract from the overall experience.
- “Forget about the negative comments; I know this game isn't the best RPG and not the most polished around, but deep down, this is still one of the greatest flash games I've ever played and enjoyed back in elementary school. I'm glad I played this again a few days ago. Overall, this is somehow addictive for me even after many years, so I recommend it if you understand the mechanics and are a flash veteran.”
- “I was so confused, but I realized: this game's gameplay is actually really fun. While it might not be the most unique game out there (as it's kind of just a stock RPG), it has a decent amount of cool unique characteristics that define it from other games of the genre.”
- “The gameplay is good; in a way, it's a simplified version of MapleStory—simple and fun.”
- “From bad gameplay to unengaging story and pay-to-win mechanics, but... I enjoy it.”
- “Unless you are a millionaire, don't play this as the monotonous free-to-play gameplay gets boring within 10 minutes, and if you want to progress at a meaningful rate, you need to pay an exorbitant amount of money.”
- “Overall, the developers should have polished basic game mechanics before adding complex player leveling, elaborate menus, and a map that looks like a 2-year-old's scribbles.”
stability
20 mentions
5 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous users reporting significant bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as ATM withdrawal issues and enemy teleportation. Many players express frustration over the lack of developer support and updates since 2014, leading to a generally unstable experience. While some find the game enjoyable despite these issues, the overwhelming consensus is that the frequent glitches detract from the overall fun.
- “I must be one of the lucky ones who managed to get past the whole crash ban situation, but other than that, this game is pretty bug-free.”
- “I don't recommend this game because it's buggy and the developers don't care about it; the last update was in 2014.”
- “There are so many glitches that need fixing, and they aren't doing anything about it. I can't even use the ATM because there's a withdrawal glitch, so I might just stop playing. It's pointless to spend my money when I can't even get it out of the ATM.”
- “The game is extremely buggy, laggy (oh, and I promise you that with my 1070 and 60 Mbps download speed, it's not on my side), and the controls are horrible and cannot be adjusted.”
music
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
31 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its catchiness and intensity, while others find it repetitive and annoying, often describing it as a short loop that becomes grating over time. Overall, while the music contributes to the atmosphere, many players feel it does not fit well with the gameplay and can detract from the experience.
- “Some catchy and intense music.”
- “Music and atmosphere are nice though.”
- “The music is nice.”
- “The first thing I notice is the music, which isn’t bad, just repetitive.”
- “The map doesn't appear to make any sense, the tutorial is basically 'WASD to move, space to attack, E to pick up', music is looped and highly annoying after 60 seconds.”
- “The music is horrendous and doesn't match with the game at all; it's a 2-minute track on loop.”
monetization
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Helmet Heroes is criticized for its aggressive monetization strategy, being labeled a cash grab that heavily relies on pay-to-win microtransactions. While some players enjoy the gameplay, many express frustration over the game's design, which seems primarily focused on extracting money from users rather than providing a balanced experience.
- “You can make new friends, talk to people, buy in-game purchases to help you in-game, or just even grind to upgrade your level.”
- “Great game; the only issue is that I can't make in-game purchases and sometimes would like to be able to get tickets.”
- “Helmet Heroes is a 'free' mobile app that's been dumped on Steam as a cash grab by lazy mobile devs. It's a basic multiplayer platformer shooter/brawler with RPG elements designed to tie into the heavily pay-to-win microtransaction system, put in place to harvest money from mobile app kids.”
- “Game is pretty fun but not a fan of such aggressive monetization design.”
- “Terrible game, cash grab for microtransactions.”
humor
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, featuring nostalgic elements and a comical main character with a laugh-inducing jump animation. Players find it entertaining and enjoyable, often eliciting genuine laughter as they explore its quirky world.
- “It's a funny and fun game with a lot of nostalgia.”
- “The main character has a funny jump animation that almost made me smile at one point.”
- “After laughing at it and trying to figure out where we are, we give up and keep exploring.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits strong reactions, with some players expressing deep frustration and disappointment, while others experience poignant moments that evoke tears and a sense of gravity regarding the stakes involved.
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character designs, giving them a perfect score of 10/10, indicating that the visual representation of characters is exceptional. However, there is no additional information provided regarding the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.
- “The character designs are a perfect 10/10.”
- “The depth of character development truly makes you feel invested in their journeys.”
- “Each character evolves in a way that feels organic and meaningful throughout the story.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its pleasant music, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “The music and atmosphere are truly captivating.”
- “The game's atmosphere immerses you completely, making every moment feel alive.”
- “The haunting sound design and visuals create an unforgettable atmosphere.”