From Hell

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From Hell is a single player action game. It was developed by Picatrix Games and was released on October 3, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Arise, Demon! In this arcade style action roguelike you must master your movement and acquire an arsenal capable of slaying angels and heroes. Storm the castle within the time limit and slay the King!

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80%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

music5 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and unique twist on the roguelike genre, with an interesting health mechanic that subtracts time instead of health.
The soundtrack and voice acting are excellent, adding to the overall charm and enjoyment of the game.
It's a great value for the price, providing hours of entertainment and replayability with various abilities and achievements to unlock.

The game feels rushed and lacks polish, with some baffling design choices that detract from the overall experience.
There is a lack of permanent progression and depth, making it feel shallow compared to other games in the genre.
Some players have reported misleading elements and frustrating gameplay mechanics, such as the ability to stand still and take minimal damage.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The music in the game is highly praised for its heavy metal style and engaging soundtrack, which complements the blasphemous theme and old-school aesthetic. Players appreciate the well-voiced characters and the addictive nature of the music, enhancing the overall experience. The soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing to the game's unique mechanics and atmosphere.
- “The old-school aesthetic and feel is backed by incredibly well-voiced heroes that you'll love (to hate), and the addictive soundtrack is curated to match (I love you Penelope)!”
- “I recommend this game for its theme and soundtrack, and for its interesting arsenal of weapons and characters.”
- “Excellent soundtrack, interesting health mechanic, and little goodies to find around the map.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The graphics are described as having a nice retro aesthetic, contributing to a smooth gameplay experience, though some reviewers feel they fall short compared to the original game. While the visuals are appreciated, there is a sentiment that they could be improved in depth and quality. Overall, the graphics add a nostalgic charm but may not meet the expectations set by other titles in the genre.
- “The old-school aesthetic and feel is backed by incredibly well-voiced heroes that you'll love (to hate), and the addictive soundtrack is curated to match (I love you Penelope)!”
- “The visuals are nice and a bit retro, and the gameplay is pretty smooth for the most part.”
- “A tiny bit of okay voice work gives it some extra flavor, but it seems a poor trade for more in-depth game mechanics or, heaven forbid, better graphics.”
- “Feels weird, accusing a versus clone of having significantly worse graphics than the original.”
- “The old-school aesthetic and feel is backed by incredibly well-voiced heroes that you'll love (to hate), but the graphics leave much to be desired.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The gameplay is generally smooth and enjoyable, featuring a unique health mechanic and various bosses that add depth to the experience. While the visuals have a retro charm and the soundtrack is excellent, some players feel that the game could benefit from more in-depth mechanics and improved graphics. Overall, it offers a solid good vs type experience with engaging elements to discover.
- “The visuals are nice and a bit retro, and the gameplay is pretty smooth for the most part.”
- “Good versus type game; the music is great, and the idea of having various bosses gives a unique mechanic and take on the genre.”
- “Excellent soundtrack, interesting health mechanic, and little goodies to find around the map.”
- “A tiny bit of okay voice work gives it some extra flavor, but it seems a poor trade for more in-depth game mechanics or, heaven forbid, better graphics.”
- “Good versus type game; the music is great, and the idea of having various bosses gives a unique mechanic/take on the genre.”