Hell is Us is a bold rework of the open-world formula, and I hope it pays off

I adore sci-fi worlds. Control’s The Oldest House. Death Stranding’s United Cities of America. Fallout New Vegas’ glowing cityscape. Blending the otherworldly with the familiar appeals to me in a way I can’t quite describe, and the upcoming Hell is Us does that in spades. Supernatural horrors meld into a state at war with itself, creating a hauntingly beautiful environment where player-driven exploration takes center stage. After spending a few hours going hands-on with Rogue Factor’s latest, it’s safe to say that I came away impressed. Hell is Us could well be a bold open-world experience if it can stick the landing. Continue reading Hell is Us is a bold rework of the open-world formula, and I hope it pays off

Jun 1, 2025 - 03:10

I adore sci-fi worlds. Control’s The Oldest House. Death Stranding’s United Cities of America. Fallout New Vegas’ glowing cityscape. Blending the otherworldly with the familiar appeals to me in a way I can’t quite describe, and the upcoming Hell is Us does that in spades. Supernatural horrors meld into a state at war with itself, creating a hauntingly beautiful environment where player-driven exploration takes center stage. After spending a few hours going hands-on with Rogue Factor’s latest, it’s safe to say that I came away impressed. Hell is Us could well be a bold open-world experience if it can stick the landing.

Continue reading Hell is Us is a bold rework of the open-world formula, and I hope it pays off