Rogue Factor and Nacon have announced that theHell is Usdemocan be downloaded for free onPS Store, Microsoft Store, and Steam, butonly for a limited time.
Hell is Us: A Standout Post-Summer Release
It might not be as well-known asGhost of YoteiorNinja Gaiden 4, butHell is Us is shaping up to be one of the most interesting releases after summer. It’s the latest from Rogue Factor, creators ofMordheim and Necromunda, published by Nacon.
Hell is Us has even impressed Hideo Kojimawith its eerie and unsettling atmosphere, so many are already calling it the“new Clair Obscur.”
After confirming its release date at the February State of Play, the demo was available to play for free on PC fromJune 2 to June 24during the Steam Next Festival. Now, the demo is back on Steam for a limited time andfor the first time available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
The developers confirm the demo will also be coming soon toEpic Games Store, so there’s no excuse not to try it out.
“Players who want to embark on the adventure can play the demo untilAugust 28, ahead of the full game launching onSeptember 4, 2025for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.”
Play the Hell is Us Demo Before Launch
Hell is Us will launch onSeptember 4, but you can enjoy its free demo now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The demo includes theentire first chapter, lasting aboutan hour and a half, with curious players able to uncover some extra secrets.
Heads up, the demo willleave digital stores on August 28, just days before launch, so make sure to play it in the coming weeks.
Demo Improvements Since June
Rogue Factor has made several improvements to the demo since June:
There’s no date yet for the Epic Store demo, but it’s confirmed thatSteam won’t be the only platform to play the PC demo.
What Is Hell is Us About?
In Hell is Us, players take on the role ofRémi, a protagonist searching for his origins in a country devastated by civil war.
This nearly autarkic nation hides a dark secret: the recent appearance ofstrange creatures resembling ancient tombstones and regional monuments.
Hell is Us stands out as one of themost unsettling and promising games remaining this year.
It will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC startingSeptember 4, 2025, but don’t forget to play thefree demo before August 28.
