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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, 7, 8 Processeur : CPU 1.2GHz Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 800 x 600 VRAM 256MByte DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 50 MB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP, 7, 8 Processeur : 2GHz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 800 x 600 VRAM 512MByte DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 50 MB d'espace disque disponible

Kero Blaster

Niche cult favorite
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Released November 11, 2015
sample: 416 reviews posted after launch (156 AI-classified)
92/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 94 % · 1,551 reviews (« Very Positive »)
Critics' score : 82/100 (Metacritic) · players are more enthusiastic than critics (+10)
9,99€ 2,99€ -70%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Kero Blaster’s bite‑sized levels deliver relentless platforming that keeps players glued for hours, and the community’s chatter revolves around its tight difficulty and retro charm. Overall the game enjoys a 94 % positive rating across 1,551 Steam reviews, with post‑release sentiment still strong at 93 % positive (416 recent reviews).

What it's about: Les transporteurs chez C&G Inc. se déconnectent de partout sans raison apparente, et c'est la mission de l'intrépide employé grenouille de résoudre le problème. Un jeu d'action 2D à défilement horizontal plein d'aventures tout droit venu du Studio Pixel, créateur de Cave Story.

In-game

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« it's like mega man but instead of having a robot dog you work for minimum wage »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 4 h played1
« Actual must play sidescroller with immaculate level design, 10/10. Everyone should get government mandated access to kero blaster at least once in their lives. Hard mode made me yell unspeakable things at the frog. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2024 · 11 h played1
« This game is wonderful. Truly a must have. If you loved Cave Story and want more from the same creator, here you go! This game is a lot of fun and definitely worth playing through all its difficulties!!! »
👍 anonymous review · May 2023 · 64 h played1
« Very underrated, if you like Cave Story and or run 'n' gun video games this one is just for you! The difficulty is just right too! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 11 h played1
« Kero Blaster is the most charming retro shooter I've ever played. Extremely fun and challenging without being cruel. The frog is so cute <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 9 h played1
« this whale should live longer and i like this game, the whale is the best enemy protagonist and i shared a great bond with him, thank you studio pixel for creating a masterpiece in pragmatic design »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 3 h played1
« [code]+ idk - terrible movement - terrible level design - terrible boss fights - $10 regular price lol [/code] »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 2 h played1
« Any games with hitless achievements is a hard no from me »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 5 h played2
« It's definitely a video game and that's about all it has going for it. You have to hold down the jump button for a LONG to get your full jump height which feels bad, so I don't recommend this one. Obtained from the July 2017 Humble Monthly. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played
« The controls are sluggish in this 8-bit rubbish. * ribbit * »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 2 h played
« i don't care if pixel made this game the stage 6 boss and the whole stage 7 sequence made the whole old-school console lives & upgrade system piss me off it was cute for the other 90% of it though »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 3 h played
« Pas mal du tout, j'ai adoré. Je recommande aux fans du genre plateforme bien pixelisé et qui ont aimé Cave Story bien sûr, vous ne serez pas déçus ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2016 · 4 h played

In players' words

« it's like mega man but instead of having a robot dog you work for minimum wage »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2023 · 4 h played1
« [code]+ idk - terrible movement - terrible level design - terrible boss fights - $10 regular price lol [/code] »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 2 h played1
« Actual must play sidescroller with immaculate level design, 10/10. Everyone should get government mandated access to kero blaster at least once in their lives. Hard mode made me yell unspeakable things at the frog. »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2024 · 11 h played1
« Any games with hitless achievements is a hard no from me »
👎 anonymous review · Oct 2024 · 5 h played2
« This game is wonderful. Truly a must have. If you loved Cave Story and want more from the same creator, here you go! This game is a lot of fun and definitely worth playing through all its difficulties!!! »
👍 anonymous review · May 2023 · 64 h played1
« It's definitely a video game and that's about all it has going for it. You have to hold down the jump button for a LONG to get your full jump height which feels bad, so I don't recommend this one. Obtained from the July 2017 Humble Monthly. »
👎 anonymous review · Aug 2026 · 6 h played
« Very underrated, if you like Cave Story and or run 'n' gun video games this one is just for you! The difficulty is just right too! »
👍 anonymous review · Feb 2025 · 11 h played1
« The controls are sluggish in this 8-bit rubbish. * ribbit * »
👎 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 2 h played
« Kero Blaster is the most charming retro shooter I've ever played. Extremely fun and challenging without being cruel. The frog is so cute <3 »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2024 · 9 h played1
« i don't care if pixel made this game the stage 6 boss and the whole stage 7 sequence made the whole old-school console lives & upgrade system piss me off it was cute for the other 90% of it though »
👎 anonymous review · Jun 2024 · 3 h played
« this whale should live longer and i like this game, the whale is the best enemy protagonist and i shared a great bond with him, thank you studio pixel for creating a masterpiece in pragmatic design »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 3 h played1
« Pas mal du tout, j'ai adoré. Je recommande aux fans du genre plateforme bien pixelisé et qui ont aimé Cave Story bien sûr, vous ne serez pas déçus ! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2016 · 4 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
83 % pos · n=120
Content / longevity
89 % pos · n=37
Story / writing
75 % pos · n=36
Graphics / art
93 % pos · n=30
Audio / music
97 % pos · n=29
Performance
55 % pos · n=11
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=8
Value for money
40 % pos · n=5
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay120100137
Content / longevity373313
Story / writing362709
Graphics / art302802
Audio / music292801
Performance11605
Interface / UX8017
Value for money5212

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 7.3 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.3 h.

<2h
52 % (n=23)
2-10h
94 % (n=249)
10-25h
100 % (n=110)
>25h
97 % (n=34)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2023 : 100% positive100MarDec 2023 : 93% positive93DecJul 2024 : 100% positive100Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

1,3 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 10 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 2,2 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay – 100 positive mentions out of 120 total (≈83 % positivity)
  • Graphics – 28 positive mentions out of 30 total (≈93 % positivity)
  • Audio – 28 positive mentions out of 29 total (≈97 % positivity)
  • Content depth – 33 positive mentions out of 37 total (≈89 % positivity)
  • 10‑25 h playtime bucket – 100 % positive across 110 mentions

Weaknesses

  • Performance – 5 negative mentions out of 11 total (≈45 % negativity)
  • User Interface – 7 negative mentions out of 8 total (≈88 % negativity)
  • Price perception – split sentiment with 2 positive and 2 negative mentions out of 5 total
  • Story – 9 negative mentions out of 36 total (≈25 % negativity)

Who is it for?

Ideal for fans of retro‑styled indie platformers who relish tight, challenging jumps and pixel‑art aesthetics, and who can overlook occasional performance hiccups and clunky menus.

Is Kero Blaster worth it in 2026?

Yes, without reservation for most players: 94% of 1,551 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay. Current price: 2,99€ (70% off).

Verdict

Kero Blaster shines through its expertly crafted gameplay, crisp visuals, and catchy audio, earning a very positive consensus on Steam. While performance and UI issues dent the experience for some, the game's content richness and replay value make it a standout title for platforming enthusiasts.

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Kero Blaster: 92/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

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