Haiku, the Robot

Adventure· Metroidvania· Exploration· Pixel Graphics

Released Apr 2022

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

89% positive · 3,515 reviews

Done

All announced content has been released

High confidence

Done

All announced content has been released

High confidence

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Steam Updated 7 Oct 2026 $6.79 $19.99 −66%

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Evaluation

Haiku, the Robot launched on April 28, 2022 and received two major free content updates post-launch: Corrupt Mode (December 16, 2022), which added a new challenging game mode with an alternative storyline, and Obscure Information (May 31, 2023), which added two new bosses, a new area, and a boss rush mode called Trial of Steel. Critically, the developer explicitly described the Obscure Information update as "the final content update for Haiku the Robot" in the announcement post on May 24, 2023. This is a direct Tier 1 developer statement confirming that no further content is planned. The game is complete. Both major updates were delivered as free content, and the store description reflects the full scope of what has been added. The last developer communication was a hotfix patch on June 1, 2023, shortly after the final content shipped. Someone waiting for all content to be released before playing can consider the game fully complete as of May 31, 2023.

Evidence

Obscure Information DLC shipped, adding two new bosses, a new area (Old Arcadia), and the Trial of Steel boss rush mode — confirmed as the final content update

news post · May 31, 2023 source content shipped

high

Developer explicitly announced the Obscure Information update as 'the final content update for Haiku the Robot'

news post · May 24, 2023 source development ending

high

Media

Details

Developer

Mister Morris Games

Publisher

Mister Morris Games

Achievements

Platform

Windows, macOS

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Verified

Players

Single-player

Metroidvania Adventure Exploration Pixel Graphics Atmospheric Robots Platformer Open World 2D Platformer Side Scroller Dark Fantasy Cute 2D Retro Lore-Rich

About this game

Obscure Information - Battle bosses back-to-back in the new 'Trial of Steel'. Two new bosses. New area to explore. Expanded lore & general improvements across the entirety of Arcadia.

Corrupt Mode - Test your skills in this new challenging game mode. One health point. Temporary health upgrades. Alternative storyline. New train stations. New achievements.

Haiku the Robot is a cute adventure-exploration game set in a vast interconnected world full of corrupt robots and machinery. Explore the dying land of Arcadia; fight fierce machines; befriend quirky robots, and seek answers to the mysteries of the world around you.

Explore.

Forge your own path through a vast interconnected world full of corrupt robots and machinery. Map uncharted paths and explore the hidden depths of Arcadia.

Fight.

Dodge, dash, and slash as you battle fierce-looking machines. Challenge your skills and reflexes through tight melee combat and epic boss fights.

Discover.

Evolve with powerful items and abilities, allowing you to reach previously inaccessible areas. Meet a variety of quirky robots, both friend and foe, and discover the dark secrets of the world around you.

Classic side-scrolling action with all the modern trimmings.
Dodge, dash, and slash through machine-like enemies.
Jump, zip, and blink past challenging platforming obstacles.
Meet a wide cast of interesting characters on your journey.
Customize your playstyle through the chip system.
Explore a vast interconnected world. Full of hidden secrets, fierce enemies, and quirky robots. A true Metroidvania.
Make your own journey as you collect new items, abilities, and upgrades.
Map your progress and piece together the secrets of Arcadia.
Sharp and precise character movement with tight melee combat.
GameBoy-inspired pixel art - each frame animated by hand. True retro aesthetic with modern controls.

Last evaluated Jun 25, 2026