Underplayed Gems

The Lonely Helmet (2022)

The Lonely Helmet cover
Developer
Laim McKenzie, McKenzie Software
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
3.6 of 5, 22 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A slow, thoughtful journey through minimalist space puzzles that feels calm and methodical.

casualminimalistatmosphericpuzzle platformerprecision platformerrelaxingfamily friendly

What players say

Players agree The Lonely Helmet is a short, free 2D platformer with 20 levels, but they split on its quality. Some enjoy the puzzles and helmet unlocks, while others find the save system punishing and invisible hazards frustrating.

Screenshots

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