Play Rescue Heli RH407 Demo

About This Demo

Welcome to a retro-styled, arcade-inspired 2.5D helicopter game! This isn’t a serious flight simulator—instead, it features simplified physics and easy controls for pure, unfiltered fun. The retro vibe isn’t just about the minimalist visuals; it’s about straightforward, enjoyable gameplay. Remember those classic pick-up-and-play games with no complex storylines, just pure gaming joy? If so, you’ll love Rescue Heli RH407! And if you enjoy a challenge, you’ll also find puzzles to solve along the way—retro with a modern twist.

PICKING UP PEOPLE IS JUST THE BEGINNING

Once you’ve picked up your passengers, the real challenge begins. You’ll need to navigate carefully and deliver them safely to the heliport. Only after successfully landing will your score increase, allowing you to make progress toward your goal.

BEWARE OF OBSTACLES

Test your skills by navigating through increasingly tricky obstacles. With limited fuel, you’ll need to think fast and act even faster to avoid crashing and reach your destination in time!

FLIGHT SAFELY

Air acrobatics might seem fun, but don’t forget your passengers are not strapped in! Too much wild maneuvering could send them flying out of the helicopter. Also, remember that landing softly is just as important as flying—crashing to the ground might not only endanger the passengers but could lead to serious injuries or even death.

SIMPLE RULES, CHALLENGING FUN

• Navigate the helicopter with precision.

• Search for and collect people who are waiting for transport.

• Safely bring them to the heliport.

• Avoid reckless flying—passengers aren’t strapped in and could fall out.

• Steer clear of hard landings—rough touchdowns can cause concussions and injuries to your passengers.

• Be quick and efficient—your fuel is limited!

• Puzzles included - use designated spots to unlock access to closed areas. 

FLIGHT DECK  IS YOUR TRUSTY COMPANION

The flight deck consists of five gauges, all of which play a crucial role in the game. While you’ll need to split your focus between navigation and monitoring the gauges, that’s just part of the gameplay!

1st Gauge: Altimeter

This shows how high you can go without losing drift. For nerds only:

• The upper number displays the helicopter’s airspeed.

• The lower number shows the vertical airspeed.

2nd Gauge: X-RAY Level

This gauge monitors your X-RAY ability, which allows you to see the helicopter's silhouette—as well as people and fuel barrels—through obstacles. Activate it using CTRL (or RB on a gamepad). However, this ability is limited and must be recharged on the ground. Recharging at a heliport is significantly faster.

3rd Gauge: Level Indicator

This gauge helps you navigate when X-RAY is unavailable, especially inside tunnels where your helicopter isn't visible. It may be challenging at first (so don’t hesitate to use X-RAY), but with practice, you’ll become a pro pilot! 😉 For nerds:

• The upper number is an altimeter.

4th Guage: Radar

• White dots – Heliports

• Brown dots – People waiting to be rescued

• Red dots – Fuel barrels

• The number in the center shows how many people are nearby waiting for rescue.

Since this is a 2.5D game, the radar works as follows:

• Your helicopter is always at the center.

• Dots above you represent objects at a higher altitude.

• Dots to the right indicate objects positioned to your right, and so on.

5th Gauge: Fuel Level Indicator

Your remaining fuel is displayed on-screen, and the helicopter itself turns red when fuel is low—along with the corresponding HUD label. For nerds only:

• The number at the top shows the current fuel consumption.

• The number at the bottom shows the helicopter's weight.

PUZZLES IN THE GAME = "Retro with a Modern Twist"

You'll encounter special buttons that move parts of the environment—essentially opening restricted areas, much like doors in real life.

You can drop people off and pick them up again later. If you do this on a designated spot, doors to an otherwise inaccessible location will open. This mechanic allows you to gather more people - all while managing the pressure of burning fuel. You'll have to act fast and think strategically - a mix of arcade gameplay and puzzles that you’re bound to enjoy! This is what we mean by "retro with a modern twist".

OBSTACLES, SHADOWS, AND SPOTLIGHT!

Watch your altitude—flying too high will cause your helicopter to lose lift and descend rapidly. Be on the lookout for obstacles that might appear out of nowhere—some are hidden in the dark, so keep your spotlight on to spot them in time!

Certain obstacles require you to rely on your helicopter's subtle leaning indications for safe navigation. It might initially feel confusing, but don’t worry—you’ll get the hang of it. If not you, then who else?

LEVELS ARE NOT WHAT THEY SEEM

Don’t get too comfortable with your memory! Although levels might seem similar initially, they can change subtly or dramatically. So even if you think you know where the passengers are, you might be in for a surprise. Always stay alert and adapt!

NO SHOOTING, BUT PLENTY OF ADRENALINE

While this game doesn’t feature any shooting or combat, the tension is real. The abstract environment, crazy perspectives, shifting obstacles, and ever-present shadows create a thrilling atmosphere that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Need more adrenaline? Check up SPEED RUN gameplay!

SPEED RUN GAMEPLAY - INCLUDED!

You can switch to SPEED RUN mode and challenge yourself to beat the best level time. Thanks to this, you can turn the game into a race, competing with friends and challenging each other at any level! DEMO restriction: you can play SPEED RUN mode only on two levels.

MY LITTLE HELP FOR GAMERS ;-)

In case of an out-of-fuel situation - you can PAUSE the game and move to MAIN MENU - you will not ruin your scores. Then you can restart the level without losing points. You can also do this in any other situation ;-)

DEMO

The demo includes only a few levels designed to introduce players to the game's world. At the start, you'll learn how to fly the helicopter, avoid reckless stunts, land smoothly, and handle the aircraft when carrying multiple passengers.

You'll also master precise controls by navigating various obstacles—including moving and rather challenging ones. As you progress, you'll start appreciating the exploration aspect of the game’s abstract world, where new levels hide secret areas, tight tunnels, and require pressing buttons to unlock pathways.

Everything ties into the core mission: rescuing people while under the pressure of dwindling fuel. But the challenge isn’t just about "save more and more people"—it’s also about "navigate an increasingly surprising world."

I hope you get immersed in the story and feel compelled to play the full version, which expands the experience with brand-new levels. I’m also looking forward to your feedback—even the negative kind! Your input will help me improve and develop this project further.