The Infernal Return

About

The Infernal Return casts you as Koward, a nervous everyman trapped in a spooky netherworld after being snatched by two skeletal messengers. Your goal is to gather scattered elements and outwit the king of hell to return to the living. The game blends turn-based combat with exploration and logic puzzles as you navigate ghostly cities, trade with spirits, and unlock branching paths. Battle Royale mode pits players against each other in chaotic showdowns while the single-player campaign focuses on figuring out the underworld’s secrets through dialogue choices and item combinations. The game’s charm lies in its quirky mix of slapstick horror and strategy. Its story leans into folklore-inspired characters and deadpan humor without overloading exposition. With support for VR and cross-platform play, it caters to casual puzzle fans and competitive players alike. Though the art style leans simple, the world feels dense with hidden interactions. Early players note the difficulty curve can be uneven but praise the creative boss fights and replayability from multiple endings.

Storyline

Koward is a timid guy who doesn't dare reveal his feeling to his girlfriend Mangostina. In order to complete the indicators given by the king of hell Yama, the two hell messengers Black Wuchang and White Wuchang (Wuchang means impermanence in Chinese language) abducted Koward with an excuse and brought him to the underworld. Koward's spirit was then imprisoned within Fengdu Ghost City. To escape and resurrect, Koward needs to collect enough elements and meet all the necessary conditions. As Koward, the player will explore the netherworld and vibe with some ghosts and monsters and cheat the death Yama with fantastic tricks.