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Watch trailer on Steam ↗Helix: Descent N Ascent
Badass Mongoose · Published by Badass Mongoose · Official site ↗
Very Positive — 98% positive (88 reviews) · 24 achievements
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Journey into the forgotten world of Helix, where ancient powers awaken within you. Unlock and combine embodied abilities to unravel the mysteries of a lost civilization. Descend into a tale that will challenge your mind and soul, solving intricate puzzles as you ascend to the light of a new day.
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Adventure, Indie · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
Embark on a mind-bending journey through Helix: Descent N Ascent, where you unlock unique abilities to unravel the secrets of an ancient civilization. As you descend into perilous depths, combine your newfound powers to ascend towards enlightenment in this indie adventure from Badass Mongoose.
About this game
Embark on a journey into the forgotten world of Helix: Descent N Ascent.
You awaken in a dull, dark, disembodied world. Though you're usually alone, you soon encounter another being who looks just like you, except he always seems to be at odds with you. Who is this doppelganger? Is he a friend or a foe?
Discover new powers as you progress through your adventure. Each one of these powers allows you to meaningfully interact with your surroundings and solve the many puzzles awaiting you.
Master the unique mix-and-match system that allows you to combine these powers. Play in 25 distinctive ways, jumping between 3 levels of complexity while you explore the barren lands of Helix.
Beyond adventure, Helix invites you to reflect on identity, solitude and relationships. It weaves each mystery and reminiscence of a past existence with personal, cultural, and spiritual threads. Uncover overlooked details in a story worth revisiting.
Experience a tale not told with words, but through an immersive adventure enriched by stunning 4K black-and-white artwork, living 2D scenery, evocative paintings, and powerful atmospheric music. Drawing inspiration from 1980s black-and-white indie comics, 1990s manga, and 1970s Franco-Belgian comics, the monochrome imagery is symbolic, evoking the dichotomy of light and darkness.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 SP1
- Processor: Dual Core 2.4 GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1GB VRAM / DirectX 10+ support
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7 SP1
- Processor: Dual Core 3.0 GHz+
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: 2GB VRAM / DirectX 10+ support
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Patch Notes for 1.0.9.5
Features: - Save a backup of save file when a corrupted save file is detected Bug fixing: - Fix drone OOB in floor 2 - Do not allow to swap with drone-block if place is not free or obstacleRead full article on Community Announcements (Schminitz)AnnouncementsOfficial
🎮 Helix: Descent N Ascent is Steam Deck compatible!
Good news, Explorers!Helix: Descent N Ascent has now been reviewed for Steam Deck compatibility, so you can take your journey through the world of Helix with you wherever you go.Explore its mysterious monochrome world, experiment with its 25 ability combinations, and solve its puzzles right from your Steam Deck.Whether you’re discovering Helix for the first time or continuing your ascent away from your desk, the game is ready to play on the go!Thanks again for all your support since launch. ❤️See you in Helix!Badass MongooseRead full article on Community Announcements (Schminitz)Patch NotesOfficial
Patch Notes for 1.0.9.4
Features: - Allow the drone to trigger drone first cutscene to avoid weird issues - Avoid pylon doors to close when the player is standing on it, avoiding getting stuck in some places Bug fixing: - Fix fish door is crossable from the other side even if closed - Fix dragonfly can get stuck out of the screen - Fix several animations / sound issues during in game cutscenes - Fix and improve shadows when changed into animals - Small visual fix when quitting pause to main menuRead full article on Community Announcements (Schminitz)Patch NotesOfficial
Patch Notes for 1.0.9.3
Bug fixing: - Fix can walk on water in a specific screen in floor 2 - Try fix can get out of bounds in HUBRead full article on Community Announcements (Schminitz)Patch NotesOfficial
Patch Notes for 1.0.9.2
Bug fixing: - Fix that pulling several times a lever to open a glyph door will trigger a camera shake again - Fix that we can get soft locked in the mountain if not leaving a block behind us - Fix that we cannot shoot a chubby crabby in a specific generator - Several environment improvements - Several collision fixesRead full article on Community Announcements (Schminitz)
