Percentile Rank

Helskate is ranked in the -1th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.

Score Distribution

Scored Reviews

Rectify Gaming
7 / 10
7 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2025

In many ways, Helskate is a rogue-lite that feels more like a hardcore skateboarding game with elements of RPG progression. It combines the best of Tony Hawk’s smooth, trick-centric gameplay with the outrageous flair of Jet Set Radio and the energetic, fast-paced combat of Sunset Overdrive. The world of Vertheim is brutal, beautiful, and full of promise for players who enjoy a challenging, skill-based loop where every death feels like an opportunity to become stronger. Helskate is worth trying, especially for fans of skating games or roguelites looking for something different. While it offers a unique experience, it’s not a title I’d personally buy. Still, if you’re curious, grab your board and gear up to skate through Vertheim—because in this hellish maze, your only escape is by shredding your way out.

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3DNews
6 / 10
3DNews
Top Critic
6 / 10.0
Feb 1, 2025

Helskate is a fun ride, but it suffers a lot from its half-baked technical state and some major flaws in game design.

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