Helmetman

56%
Game Brain Score Based on 18 reviews
  • story
  • humor
  • gameplay
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"Helmetman" is a card battler visual novel with RPG elements, where you play as the titular hero, patrolling the city to resolve cases and defeat the Dokkaebi Gang. The combat system features strategic card combinations and combo systems, while RPG elements include leveling up and selecting skills to match your playstyle. Story Mode allows you to enjoy Helmetman's unique story and meet new people, while Rogue-like Mode tests your skills.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

56%
Audience ScoreBased on 18 reviews
humor6 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a humorous and entertaining story, making it enjoyable to play.
  • The card building and roguelike mechanics are fun and engaging, reminiscent of popular games in the genre.
  • Despite some flaws, the game has a solid programming foundation and offers a satisfying gameplay loop.
  • The game feels abandoned and lacks updates, leading to repetitive gameplay and limited options.
  • There are several bugs, rough translations, and minor spelling mistakes that detract from the overall experience.
  • The game takes up a lot of memory, making it difficult to run on some PCs.
  • story9 mentions

    The story is characterized as straightforward, humorous, and wholesome, providing an engaging experience that is accessible to beginners. Players appreciate its comedic elements, with many finding it addictive and enjoyable, despite the lack of side quests or difficulty levels. Overall, the lighthearted and silly narrative enhances the gameplay experience.

    • “I laughed at the opening story; a lot of humor and addictive gameplay.”
    • “Also, the story is very wholesome and comical.”
    • “The story is funny.”
    • “The story is straightforward, with no side quests.”
    • “I cleared through the whole story mode in a week.”
    • “As there are no difficulty levels (as far as I have encountered) or perma-death, the story should be manageable even for beginners.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it hilarious and well-integrated into the gameplay. Many reviewers noted that the comedic elements enhance the overall experience, making the game more engaging and entertaining than initially expected.

    • “I laughed at the opening story; a lot of humor and addictive gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is really decent, and the humor is on point.”
    • “Hilarious! I've only played the story mode so far, and I'm still not done with it.”
  • gameplay5 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized as a strategic card-building experience, reminiscent of "Slay the Spire," but with unique mechanics that incorporate adventure and dating simulation elements. Players appreciate the decent gameplay, engaging humor, and the appealing characters and art style.

    • “Good strategy card game with adventure and dating simulation mechanics.”
    • “But I guess that is how it is supposed to be, since the gameplay is card building.”
    • “If you like Slay the Spire, try this game out too since it has different mechanics from Spire.”
    • “Gameplay is really decent, and the humor is on point.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game exhibits some bugs, but they feel that the core experience remains intact and enjoyable.

    • “While the game is kind of buggy, the spirit is there...”
    • “The frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy the game.”
    • “I encountered multiple glitches that disrupted my gameplay experience.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a wholesome and comical story that resonates with players, evoking feelings of warmth and joy.

    • “The story is incredibly wholesome and filled with moments of humor that tug at your heartstrings.”
    • “I felt a deep emotional connection to the characters, making their struggles and triumphs resonate with me.”
    • “The game masterfully blends humor and heartfelt moments, creating an emotional experience that stays with you long after playing.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Users generally find the replayability of the game to be quite good, indicating that there are enough engaging elements to encourage multiple playthroughs.

    • “The replay value is impressive, offering new experiences with each playthrough.”
    • “I love how each run feels different, making me want to dive back in again and again.”
    • “The game has so many choices and paths that I find myself replaying it to explore every possibility.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users express a positive outlook on the game's optimization, noting satisfaction with the current state and anticipation for future improvements and additions.

    • “I like it so far and I look forward to seeing how much more gets added and optimized.”
    • “The game runs poorly on my system, and the optimization is severely lacking.”
    • “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which makes the gameplay frustrating.”
    • “Despite the interesting mechanics, the optimization issues really detract from the overall experience.”
  • music1 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting it as fresh and contributing to the overall badass experience.

    • “The game is still super badass; even the music is fresh as hell.”
    • “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “Each track is uniquely crafted, making every moment in the game feel alive and engaging.”
    • “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “While the game has great visuals, the soundtrack is forgettable and doesn't enhance the experience.”
    • “The background music is often too loud, drowning out important sound effects and dialogue.”
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