Painkiller
Release Date: Q4 2025
Action, FPP, fantasy, FPS, Polish, co-op, shooters, boomer shooter, multiplayer, singleplayer, internet
A reboot of the popular first-person shooter series, developed by Anshar Studios from Poland (creators of Gamedec) and 3D Realms company. Painkiller allows us to fight as one of four godly Champions and take part in the extermination of hell hordes in the Purgatory. We can play alone or in 4-person coop mode.
Painkiller is a reboot of the action-packed FPS series, started by the game released under the same title back in 2004. Unlike the original, which was the work of the People Can Fly studio, the reboot was developed by another Polish team, Anshar Studios. The studio has in its portfolio games such as Heavy Fire: Red Shadow and Gamedec.
Gameplay
In Painkiller we view the action from a first-person perspective (FPP).
Cleaning the Purgatory
While traversing Purgatory, we mainly focus on eliminating hordes of enemies. On our way, we encounter the classic "cannon fodder", appearing here in large quantities, as well as more powerful monsters. We are primarily talking about demons equipped with unique powers or Nephilim who are the devilish children of the fallen angel Azazel.
The fights are dynamic and their pace is increased by the possibility of hooking onto environmental elements and covering considerable distances in the air. Thanks to this, we can both "jump" to enemies and evacuate to a safe distance when things get too hot around us.
Arsenal
The game provides us with an extensive arsenal that includes both guns known from previous Painkiller productions, as well as a number of new firearms. As we progress, we also collect tarot cards, which increase our combat potential by strengthening selected stats and abilities.
Characters
The reboot allows us to embody four characters, named Ink, Void, Sol, and Roch. The strong points of each of them are respectively: energy, health, strength, and damage dealt to enemies.
Story
The action of Painkiller takes place in Purgatory, where we end up in the skin of the character we have chosen. The voice of the Creator proposes a deal to us, within which we are to become one of his Champions. In exchange for thwarting the plans of the fallen angel Azazel, who intends to turn the Earth into a real hell, we are to achieve salvation.
Co-op
Painkiller allows for single-player fun or cooperative gameplay for up to three people.
Game engine
Painkiller operates on the Unreal Engine.
Videos and Screens
[0:52] Painkiller - FGS Spring Showcase 2025 Trailer
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Game Series
Painkiller Series
A series of first-person shooters (FPS) in the climate of bloody horror. The series was started by People Can Fly studio, and its development involved such development teams as Eggtooth, Mindware Studios, Med-Art and The Farm 51.
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Painkiller Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X/S
Developer: Anshar Studios
Publisher: 3D Realms
Age restrictions: 18+
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