Buy it if you like
- Co-op: 93 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Gameplay: 44 reviews raised it, mostly praise
- Combat: 41 reviews raised it, mostly praise
Think twice if you dislike
- Difficulty: 21 reviews raised it, mostly criticism
- Bugs: 19 reviews raised it, mostly criticism
- Multiplayer: 15 reviews raised it, mostly criticism
Based on 1k player reviews · updated
What players think
The recurring themes across 273 analysed reviews: what players praise, what divides them, and what to know.
Why players love itThings to know
58% of themes are praise273 helpful reviews42% are complaints
Co-op
Players who bring up Co-op mostly praise it.
93 of 273 sampled reviews raised it
Released on February 6, 2025, it has garnered attention for its charming visuals, co-op gameplay, and lighthearted humor.
Gameplay
Players who bring up Gameplay mostly praise it.
44 of 273 sampled reviews raised it
Weapons range from traditional swords and axes to more unconventional choices like electric fly swatters and laser guns, adding a layer of humor and creativity to the gameplay.
Combat
Players who bring up Combat mostly praise it.
41 of 273 sampled reviews raised it
Combat is fluid and responsive, featuring light and heavy attacks, combos, and dodge mechanics.
Characters
Players who bring up Characters mostly praise it.
31 of 273 sampled reviews raised it
With 29 playable characters across four archetypes (Warrior, Rogue, Monk, Brute), each with distinct weapons and special abilities, there's plenty of replayability.
Graphics
Players who bring up Graphics mostly praise it.
30 of 273 sampled reviews raised it
While the game's visuals and gameplay are commendable, Big Helmet Heroes does encounter some technical challenges.
Story
Players who bring up Story mostly praise it.
22 of 273 sampled reviews raised it
Released on February 6, 2025, the game offers players a chance to embark on a fantastical adventure filled with quirky characters, imaginative levels, and a lighthearted narrative.
+1 more players loved
Theme by theme
Scored on what reviews say about each topic, not the thumbs.
Players love
Co-op93 reviews
Gameplay44 reviews
Combat41 reviews
Characters31 reviews
Graphics30 reviews
Story22 reviews
Steam Deck8 reviews
Divided opinion
No themes split opinion in this sample.
Players complain
Difficulty86% still recommend
Bugs58% still recommend
Multiplayer73% still recommend
Controls47% still recommend
Crashes67% still recommend
What you get
Can you play it alone, does a controller work, does it run on your machine.
Play modes
- Co-op
- Multi-player
- Shared/Split Screen
- Shared/Split Screen Co-op
- Single-player
Controller
- DualSense Controller Support
- DualShock Controller Support
- Full controller support
- Gamepad Recommended
Store features
- Family Sharing
- Remote Play Together
- Steam Achievements
- Steam Cloud
Platforms
- Windows
Valve device support
Steam DeckVerified
SteamOSPlayable
Steam MachineVerified
Should I buy it now?
Based on Steam price history.
Lowest ever recorded
$8.74$24.99−65%
That's the lowest price we've ever recorded.
11 points recordedtoday · $8.74
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