Hell Is Us Reviews
With this title, Rogue Factor has recaptured that essence from before that made us think, that didn't lead us by the hand but didn't go to the extreme of indecipherable puzzles, but rather an adventure of environmental and organic exploration, with adult and terrible human stories that make your heart sink.
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Hell is Us drops players into a harsh, unforgiving world where discovery is entirely up to them. With no map, quest markers, or handholding, it’s just you, your instincts, and the unknown. Bold design, a captivating world, and thought-provoking themes make it one of the year’s standout releases.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
If you like the Souls setting and are interested in narrative and exploration, don't hesitate for a second to invest the few euros for this wonderful offering from the cold lands of Montreal, Quebec. You'll find a top-notch narrative and gameplay experience, accompanied by fun and satisfying combat, that won't let you put down the controller until you unravel the mysteries that permeate Hadea's grimy and gritty civil war.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
While the combat leaves something to be desired, particularly when it comes to variety, Hell Is Us' exploration of the cycles of violence and combat carries the whole experience.
Hell is Us hits so many of the milestones the developers clearly wanted to, with ominous, environmental storytelling brilliantly achieved, a dark and brooding story that’ll have you questioning your own humanity, and a supernatural tale that weaves into all of that seamlessly, elevating it further. Issues with optimization aside, you’d be missing out if you don’t give Hell is Us a real chance, and it may just be Nacon’s best offering yet.
Hell is Us doesn’t aim to please everyone, but rather to provoke and challenge. The game offers no clear rewards, no easy solutions. It doesn’t invite the player in—it throws them into chaos and watches, from a distance, how each one responds. It’s a new experience that may appeal to many or alienate others—no formulas, no tutorials, no predictability. And precisely because of that, Hell is Us stands out in a landscape saturated with predictable experiences.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Though its markerless questing mechanics are not as revolutionary for the genre as the game says they are, Hell is Us still plays as a very good Soulslike. Its narrative may be weird in places, but its solid mechanics and incredible setting more than make up for it.
Hell is Us is a game that refuses to compromise: in terms of narrative, imagery, and even gameplay. Exploration is not just an end in itself, but becomes an allegory for Remi's search within his own soul and his origins, hidden by an enigma. We are aware that Hell is Us is not an experience suitable for everyone: of course, we enjoyed it very much, both in its investigation and combat phases, but some prefer to find more immediate content and easy gratification in a video game. However, sometimes experimentation is necessary to discover more about ourselves and the world around us.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Hell is Us takes a different path from most action-adventures. Instead of guiding you with waypoints, it leaves you to figure things out on your own. I found the mix of exploration, puzzles, and story really satisfying, even if I did get stuck more than once. Combat isn’t the strongest part, with only a handful of enemy types, but it’s serviceable. It’s not for everyone, but if you enjoy games that make you slow down, take notes, and work things out, Hell is Us is worth your time.
Hell is Us impresses above all with its dense atmosphere, challenging combat system and cleverly designed puzzles. Rogue Factor succeeds in sending us on an exciting, mysterious journey in which we discover for ourselves how to progress, without any quest markers or maps.
Review in German | Read full review
Hell is Us is a unique take on bringing back classic RPG mechanics in a modern fashion. While it has clear flaws in its narrative and gameplay aspects, it’s a new experience with an inspired setting and a heavy atmosphere to boot.
Hell is Us is a return to the origins of the adventure genre, but with the maturity of a studio that knows what it wants to offer. It combines free exploration, intense combat, and an intriguing narrative that plays with both war and humanity's inner demons. In short, an old-fashioned exploration and combat adventure with an excellent setting.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Since its announcement, Hell is Us was shaping up to be a game to keep a close eye on, and now that I’ve played it, for the most part, ended up being even better than I expected. It felt like a slight breath of fresh air that removes most of the handholding, entrusting players to progress at their own pace. It’s a wonderful and unique experience, but one that occasionally stumbles with repetitive enemy design and a story that falls short of its full potential. Regardless, these issues felt like mere setbacks, and don’t stop Hell is Us from being one of the biggest surprises of the year.
I still feel like recommending Hell Is Us, to some people at least, because it is a unique experience worth digging into. Just, remember to arm yourself with a lot of patience – and maybe a guide or two.
Hell Is Us is a game that dares to be different, and for that, it deserves recognition. Its refusal to hold your hand creates moments of genuine exploration, mystery, and tension. Puzzles and investigative elements shine, and the atmosphere is haunting in a way few games manage. However, the game’s ambitions come at a cost. Combat often feels sluggish and clunky, pacing is uneven, and storytelling can leave you scratching your head. The lack of guidance will appeal to some players while alienating others. Ultimately, Hell Is Us is a game of extremes. It will either captivate you with its boldness or frustrate you with its rough edges. There’s a lot to respect here, even if the execution isn’t flawless.
No maps. No markers. No mercy. Hell is Us trusts you to listen, to feel, and to get lost. And in doing so, it offers something truly rare: a soul.
Hell is Us isn’t perfect, but it’s a highly enjoyable experience. While the story and characters don’t quite hit the mark, its rich mythology, striking world design, and varied combat make it easy to recommend. It’s not a Souls-like, but this adventure packs plenty of soul.
I haven't been able to stop thinking about the world of Hell is Us since I started playing it. Hadea's story is carefully crafted so it perfectly expresses the frustration we feel towards our own species and how easily we are infected by the virus of hatred. The flaws and frustrating elements it may have on the gameplay level—it is, in part, a soulslike game—can be easily ignored thanks to the freedom of exploration it offers and the many secrets it hides. If it doesn't become a hit, it will definitely become a cult classic.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Hell is Us reflects on violence and how its political use brings out the worst in people. As much as there are differences between these people, sometimes these differences are radicalized by political and economic interests. And although the game is filled with bizarre creatures that try to kill us all the time, it often asks us: who are the real monsters? What drives us to do things we never imagined we were capable of?
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Few games challenge the status quo as confidently as Hell is Us, and I found myself fully immersed in its vision and execution. In a time when so many games feel afraid to let players think for themselves, this one demands it. It takes bold swings in its design, its storytelling, and its philosophy, and remarkably, it lands every one of them. The satisfaction I felt solving its puzzles, discovering its secrets, and unravelling its story far surpassed what I’ve experienced in most modern games. It’s not often a perfect score is given, but Hell is Us earns it. For its brave design, for trusting the player, and for delivering one of the most memorable adventures I’ve played in years, it gets my highest recommendation.