Hell is Us

About Hell is Us

Hell is Us is an adventure RPG set in a fractured nation torn apart by civil war and a bizarre supernatural event. Developed by Rogue Factor and published by Nacon, it dropped in September 2025 on PC and next-gen consoles. The story follows a protagonist armed with a relic sword and a drone companion, fighting through war zones and eerie, monster-infested landscapes to uncover the cause of a calamity that turned the region into a nightmare. It’s a grim, story-driven experience blending tactical combat with exploration, aimed at players who want a narrative steeped in moral ambiguity and chaotic conflict.

Gameplay

You spend most of your time switching between third-person swordplay and drone-based reconnaissance. Battles against chimera-like creatures mix real-time dodging and button-mashing attacks, with your drone scouting for weaknesses or laying down explosives. Exploration is linear but littered with lore notes and environmental puzzles tied to the war’s aftermath. Combat feels weighty but can get repetitive during longer sessions. Dialogue choices occasionally branch, but the core focus is figuring out the mystery through scavenged documents and encounters with warring factions. The single-player campaign pushes you to balance survival against the game’s bleak tone.

What Players Think

Hell is Us holds a 4.2/5 on PlayPile, with 78% of players completing the main story. Average playthroughs last 18 hours, though 12% abandon it before halfway. Community moods are split between "intense" (65%) and "frustrating" (22%), with some calling the combat "repetitive but satisfying." The game has 40 achievements, 23 earned on average, including "Dismantle the Chimera" and "Discover All War Logs." Critics praised its "gritty atmosphere" but noted pacing issues, with one review stating, "It’s more a slow burn of dread than a thrilling adventure."

PlayPile's Take

A tough but rewarding pick for RPG fans who thrive on dark, methodical stories. At $49.99, it’s reasonably priced for the depth, though the combat’s lack of variety might alienate action purists. The 40 achievements add replay value, but don’t expect a lighthearted romp. If you’re in the mood for a war-torn, lore-heavy tale with a unique supernatural twist, this one earns its place in the pile. Just bring patience.

Storyline

As well as the civil war dividing the country, the region is suffering from a mysterious calamity, which has given rise to supernatural creatures that no modern weapon can defeat. Your drone and sword from a different age are your faithful allies as you cut a path through lands infested with terrifying chimeras and try to unravel the mystery of their appearance.