Helmetman

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Helmetman is a single player role playing game. It was developed by GoniNmimi Games and was released on March 12, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"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.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

story7 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable and humorous characters, making for a fun experience.
The gameplay is engaging with a solid deck-building mechanic and a charming art style.
Despite its flaws, the game is addictive and provides a satisfying experience, especially for fans of the genre.

The game appears to be abandoned, with a long gap since the last update and numerous bugs affecting gameplay.
There are issues with performance, including crashes, lag, and translation errors that detract from the experience.
The gameplay can become repetitive due to limited options, leading to a grindy experience.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
33%
20%
The story is described as silly, humorous, and engaging, with a straightforward narrative that appeals to players of all skill levels. While it features a rich and immersive story mode with unique characters and events, some players noted technical issues that detracted from the experience. Overall, the lighthearted and comical nature of the story contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “I laughed at the opening story, a lot of humor and addictive gameplay.”
- “Also, the story is very wholesome and comical.”
- “Playing as helmetman, you'll interact with various unique characters and enjoy different events, making the story mode an immersive and engaging experience.”
- “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.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding the premise amusing and the storytelling engaging. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to elicit laughter through its funny narrative and entertaining gameplay, making it more enjoyable than initially expected. Overall, the humor is described as a strong point that enhances the gaming experience.
- “I laughed at the opening story; a lot of humor and addictive gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is really decent, and the humor is on point.”
- “So far it's been entertaining and funny.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring engaging card-building mechanics and strategic elements that enhance the combat experience. While the humor and art style are charming, players have reported frustrating bugs and performance issues, including energy mismanagement and lag. Despite these drawbacks, the game offers a fun blend of adventure and dating simulation, appealing to fans of rogue-like deckbuilding games.
- “Gameplay is really decent, and the humor is on point.”
- “The game's unique story, challenging gameplay, and immersive world make it a must-try for fans of both genres.”
- “But I guess that is how it is supposed to be, since the gameplay is card building.”
- “The game's combat mechanics are similar to standard rogue-like deckbuilding card games, but with added strategic elements such as card combination skills and combo systems that create a dynamic battle experience.”
- “Good strategy card game with adventure and dating simulation mechanics.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game exhibits significant stability issues, including bugs related to energy management and frequent freezing and lagging. Despite these problems, players find enjoyment in the gameplay and art style, though the lack of updates over the past two years raises concerns about its ongoing support.
- “The story is silly but fun, the gameplay is good and the art style is really charming, but the game seems to be abandoned since it's been nearly 2 years since the last update. It has some annoying bugs, like sometimes you have enough energy to play a card but it says you don't have energy for it, and sometimes you don't have enough energy but you can still use the cards for some reason. It also freezes and lags a lot, but even so, I enjoyed it.”
- “While the game is kind of buggy, the spirit is there...”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the game can become somewhat grindy, suggesting that repetitive tasks may detract from the overall experience.
- “It got a bit grindy though.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's graphics feature a charming art style that enhances the overall fun of the experience, but players have reported significant issues such as freezing, lag, and bugs related to energy usage that detract from the enjoyment. Despite these technical problems, the visual appeal remains a highlight for many users.
- “The art style is really charming and adds a unique flair to the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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 humor.”
- “The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me.”
- “I felt a strong connection to the narrative, which made the experience unforgettable.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players generally find the replayability of the game to be strong, 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.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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300%
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 I expected better optimization.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, which really detracts from the experience.”
- “I find the loading times to be excessively long, indicating a lack of proper optimization.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as fresh and fitting, 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 cues and dialogue.”