- August 12, 2021
- KeleSoft
- 5h median play time
White Hell
Platforms
About
"White Hell" is a free demo of a retro-style first-person shooter, where player Jarmo navigates through frozen wastelands of Finland after waking up from hibernation. The game features a variety of weapons, from classic shotguns to eldritch energy swords, and pits players against two opposing extremist groups. The journey takes players through various environments, including overtaken cities, secret facilities, and even into another dimension.











- The game features excellent level design with a variety of secrets and engaging environments, making exploration rewarding.
- The gunplay is satisfying, with a diverse arsenal of weapons that feel impactful and fun to use.
- The humor and charm of the game, along with its unique Finnish setting, add a delightful layer to the overall experience.
- The AI can be quite poor, often leading to enemies getting stuck or failing to engage effectively.
- Some players find the difficulty curve inconsistent, with certain levels feeling too easy or lacking challenging enemies.
- There are occasional issues with level navigation and confusing layouts, which can lead to frustration when trying to progress.
music
23 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack composed by hakita, known for his work on Ultrakill, as superb and fitting the game's vibe. Some players highlight the catchy MIDI style and engaging themes, while a few critics find the music shockingly bad, suggesting players turn it off. Overall, the soundtrack is a significant aspect that enhances the game's atmosphere, despite some dissenting opinions.
“An absolutely fantastic retro FPS merging many of its scenes' stylings into a bombastic rollercoaster of a game with absurdly large and unique set pieces and areas to traverse, a stylish soundtrack made by Hakita, and an incredibly fun array of enemies and weapons to boot.”
“The music is just awesome - Hakita really did a great job with the soundtrack for the game.”
“Soundtrack is superb and fits the feel perfectly.”
“Music: 1/10”
“I listed music first on the list above because the music in this game is shockingly bad, turn it off and listen to your own tunes to enhance the experience.”
“The OST is composed by Hakita of Ultrakill fame, and is, well, okay.”