We Love It's Guide to…
Helpless
In the heat of deserted lands, a child and their mother weakened by sickness try to survive a harsh world. Through a kid’s perspective, take action and explore the remains of a lost past. Protect yourself from the sun’s deadly intensity and help your family get back on the road.
Released:
Mar 10, 2023
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Developer:
Bonne Journée Studio
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Publisher:
UQAT - Création et nouveaux médias
Free to Play
Casual
Exploration
Walking Simulator
Singleplayer
Interactive Fiction
Choose Your Own Adventure
Dialogue Heavy
Third Person
Family Friendly
Dogs
Adventure
Post-apocalyptic
3D
Stylized
1990's
Atmospheric
Emotional
Dystopian
Choices Matter
The Developer Says...
A mother and her child are trying desperately to find shelter in order to survive harsh conditions. A tragic event makes them come together more than ever. On top of everything, their only way to travel breaks down.
In HELPLESS, take the role of a kid and explore a decaying land where the sun ruined civilization as we know it. Find abandoned places and scavenge them for items in order to make sense of the world you’re in. All the help you need during this perilous trip might come to you in unexpected forms.
UNCOVER A LOST PAST
Find items and different locations to understand your surroundings.
HIDE FROM THE SUN
Cover yourself from the dangers of the sun and carefully manage your moves.
DEVELOP RELATIONSHIPS
Share your findings with your mom by interacting with her and get better knowledge about your family with the support of a new friend.
CONTEMPLATE COMPELLING VISUALS
Look at the world around you with dynamic cameras and a semi-realistic art style.
- 26 achievements to unlock
- Original soundtrack
- Multiple collectibles to find
- English and French versions
- Colorblind-friendly
- Survivor or Explorator mode
Back of the Box Details
Steam Deck
Unknown
DLC
None
DRM/EULA Notices
None
Achievements
None
Ratings
None
Demo
None
Metacritic
None
Content Notices
None
Controller Support
Xbox
Reviews
89%
Very Positive
Based on 261 reviews
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