Hell is Us is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing action-adventure titles in recent memory. With its striking visuals, tense atmosphere, and a focus on raw exploration, it looks set to carve out a space as one of 2025’s most unique games. If you’re curious about what to expect, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about Hell Is Us – including its release date, gameplay, story, editions, pre-order bonuses, and the latest trailer.
Hell is Us will launch worldwide on September 4, 2025. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. At this stage, no Nintendo Switch 2 version has been announced, and given the technical scope of the game, it seems unlikely that a port will be confirmed anytime soon.
Players who pre-order Hell is Us will gain access to a handful of exclusive in-game rewards to enhance their first playthrough. Regardless of which edition you choose, placing a pre-order nets you the following:
Additionally, pre-ordering the Digital Deluxe Edition grants up to 48 hours of early access to the game before its official release date.
In addition to the Standard Edition, Hell is Us will also launch with a Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes a range of extras for dedicated fans:
Hell is Us is described as a semi-open world action-adventure game with an emphasis on melee combat and organic exploration. Players can wield a variety of weapons to take on monstrous foes, while mastering a combat system that rewards precision and strategy.
Exploration takes a different approach compared to most modern titles: there are no objective markers or glowing waypoints. Instead, players are encouraged to immerse themselves in the world, make their own notes, and discover secrets naturally. This system brings back the thrill of getting lost and finding your way through intuition rather than following a map, providing a much more grounded experience.
Set against the backdrop of a civil war compounded by a mysterious calamity, Hell is Us throws players into a world already destabilised by human conflict, only to be further plagued by supernatural horrors. These creatures cannot be harmed with conventional weapons, forcing the protagonist to rely on ancient technology and a drone companion to survive and uncover the truth. The central theme, according to creative director Jonathan Jacques-Belletête, is that:
“The central theme of Hell is Us is that human violence is a perpetual cycle fueled by human emotions and passions.”
Expect a narrative that blends political turmoil with psychological and supernatural undertones against a backdrop of self-discovery.
A visually striking game in its own right, Hell is Us brings its haunting world to life with stunning detail and atmospheric design. From richly textured environments to dynamic lighting that amplifies its eerie tone, the game delivers an immersive experience tailored for PC players. Built to scale across a wide range of hardware configurations, Hell is Us ensures smooth performance whether you’re running a moderate setup or a high-end rig – check out the full specifications below to see how your system measures up.
The official story trailer for Hell Is Us is available to watch above.
The trailer does a great job showcasing the atmospheric, exploration-driven gameplay players can expect, whilst simultaneously providing some much-needed story context. Players will be stepping into the shoes of a man returning to his homeland, tormented by memory loss and desperately seeking the truth about his past—specifically, what happened to his family and why they were separated.
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