From Hell

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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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

music5 positive mentions

The game offers a unique health mechanic where players lose time instead of health, adding an interesting twist to the gameplay.
It features a great soundtrack and voice acting, enhancing the overall experience and enjoyment.
The game is fun and engaging, making it suitable for quick play sessions, and it has a variety of weapons and abilities to experiment with.

The game feels rushed and lacks depth, with some baffling design choices that detract from the overall experience.
There are issues with misleading gameplay elements, such as the ability to stand still and take minimal damage, which can undermine the challenge.
It lacks permanent progression and updates, leaving players wanting more content and improvements.

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%
50%
The graphics are described as having a nice, retro aesthetic that complements the gameplay, which is generally smooth. However, some reviewers feel that the visuals fall short compared to the original game, suggesting a desire for improved graphics alongside the nostalgic style. Overall, while the graphics have their charm, they may not meet the expectations set by previous titles in the genre.
- “The visuals are nice and a bit retro, and the gameplay is pretty smooth for the most part.”
- “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)!”
- “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.”
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.”