Painkiller Announced

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  • Painkiller Announced

    A "modern reimagining" of the original.
    Three humans with different fictional weapons blasting away at a massive horde of demons surrounding them at all sides. An otherworldly castle is seen in the background. The title, Painkiller, is shown at the top.

    3D Realms and Anshar Studios unveiled Painkiller during the Future Games Show Spring Showcase. Painkiller? Don't we already have a Painkiller game? We do. However, this Painkiller is an "intense new spin on the classic action-shooter." That is to say, it's a modern reimagining of the franchise.

    Painkiller is expected to release in fall 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. The fast-paced action is enhanced with a "powerful metal soundtrack." Painkiller will be playable solo or in co-op.


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    Welcome to Purgatory! You’ve been sentenced for your transgressions against Heaven, but the Voice of the Creator is giving you one chance to redeem yourself. Wield an arsenal of infernal weapons, including nods to the original Painkiller plus totally new creations to discover. Blast your way through hordes of demons and titanic terrors - solo or in online co-op for up to three players - across gruesomely detailed gothic environments to stop the fallen angel Azazel’s invasion of Earth and earn your salvation.

    Key Features
    • Purgatory Is Your Playground: Jump, dash and hook across vast, spine-chilling biomes while fighting nightmarish enemies in bloody, fast-paced combat with a host of new and classic Painkiller weapons.
    • Grotesque Terrors Await: Challenge a variety of horrifying foes, from hordes of demons to titanic terrors like the monstrous children of Azazel - the Nephilim.
    • Unleash The Pain: Use tarot cards to upgrade your abilities, rank up to expand your arsenal, and team up with other players to obliterate your foes.
    • Choose Your Character Wisely: Play as one of four distinctive characters - Ink, Void, Sol and Roch - and take advantage of their unique perks to boost your energy, health, power and damage.
    • Online Co-op & Solo Play: Play online with up to two friends or offline with bots, exploring diverse locations, uncovering secrets and facing off against terrifying enemies.​
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