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Painkiller Reboot Scheduled for October Release as Pre-Orders Open

The reboot from Anshar Studios targets PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S with four playable heroes, three-player online co-op plus tarot-based ability upgrades.

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Overview

  • Painkiller will release globally on October 9, 2025, for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
  • Pre-orders are open now with a Standard Edition priced at $39.99 and a Deluxe Edition at $49.99.
  • Standard pre-orders include the Iron Crusade skin pack while the Deluxe Edition adds three post-launch DLCs with extra character and weapon skins.
  • Players choose from four distinct characters—Ink, Void, Sol and Roch—each offering unique traits and perks.
  • Solo play is supported alongside three-player online co-op as players use tarot cards to upgrade abilities and battle Azazel’s demonic hordes.