Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Espace disque : 350 MB d'espace disque disponible
Helltaker
The campaign wraps up in under two hours, yet it has sparked more than 127,000 Steam reviews. Overall it holds a 98% historical positive rating and a 95% positive score among the 494 post‑release samples, with the majority of players (325) spending between 2 and 10 hours on the game.
What it's about: Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.
In-game
In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 113 | 89 | 8 | 16 |
| Graphics / art | 40 | 38 | 0 | 2 |
| Story / writing | 33 | 28 | 1 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 23 | 23 | 0 | 0 |
| Value for money | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 18 | 10 | 1 | 7 |
| Stability / bugs | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 2.6 h on median; those who dislike it: 1.8 h.
🪤 58 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
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 42 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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This game on Twitch
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Strengths
- Visual style and character design captivate the community, earning 38 positive mentions out of 40 in the graphics category.
- The soundtrack drives players through the adventure with absolute perfection, highlighted by 23 positive mentions out of 23 in the audio aspect.
- Puzzle mechanics and overall gameplay win over the crowd, capturing 89 positive mentions out of 113 total mentions.
- The unforgettable character cast and witty narrative elements bring strong appeal, reflected by 28 positive mentions out of 33 in the story category.
- The zero‑dollar price tag delights the audience completely, supported by 20 positive mentions out of 20 in the price category.
Weaknesses
- Puzzle challenges occasionally frustrate a segment of the audience, resulting in 16 negative mentions out of 113 in the gameplay aspect.
- The brevity of the experience leaves some wanting more substance, generating 7 negative mentions out of 18 in the content category.
Who is it for?
Puzzle fans and anime enthusiasts looking for a short, stylish, and free adventure featuring sharp‑dressed demon girls will find this irresistible.
Is Helltaker worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 98% of 127,720 Steam reviews are positive (player score 95/100). Most-praised strength: Visual style and character design captivate the community, earning. The game is free to play.
Verdict
This free‑to‑play puzzle gem proves that brief adventures can leave a massive impact when backed by killer beats and striking art. Backed by overwhelming praise and a 95% post‑release positive score, it is an essential afternoon diversion.
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