Hellsinker.

A bullet-hell shooter built around positioning and on-the-fly tactics

Ruminant’s Whimper · Published by Henteko Doujin · Released Jul 19, 2019

Reviews: Very Positive; 89% of 288
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 1; daily peak, Oct 29, 2026
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update on Steam: 4 years ago; Jul 31, 2022
Minimum PC: Integrated Chip; 4 GB RAM · 0.5 GB disk; Full requirements

What is Hellsinker.?

This single-player 2D shoot ’em up takes place in a world split by an advanced civilization’s collapse, where characters are bound by fate to resurfaced ruins. You shoot enemies, dodge bullet patterns, and fight successive bosses across long stages.

For you if...

+you enjoy action that tests your focus and reflexes

Not for you if...

−you prefer direct storytelling to piecing together scattered lore

What players say

89% of 288 reviews are positive

Players praise the varied weapon setups and distinct character playstyles. Their most common complaint is the steep initial learning curve, especially unclear menus, controls, and explanations of basic mechanics.

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Hellsinker. system requirements

Minimum: Integrated Chip, 4 GB RAM, 0.5 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10
Processor: Core i3 or more
Graphics: Integrated Graphics Chip
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Storage: 500 MB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0c

Does Hellsinker. have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Single-player

Does Hellsinker. run on Steam Deck?

Playable Playable: it runs on Steam Deck with some adjustments.

The launcher or setup tool may need the touchscreen or virtual keyboard
Native resolution not supported
All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck
External controllers are not supported for the primary player

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Keyboard and mouse
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 58
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards
Languages: Text only: Simplified Chinese, Japanese, English, Traditional Chinese.

Does Hellsinker. use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam