Developer Rogue Factor and publisher Nacon have announced a free demo for their upcoming action-adventure game Hell is Us. The free demo will be available on Steam from June 2 to June 16, 2025. This is your chance to try the game before its full release on September 4, 2025. Here’s a quick look at what to expect from the demo.
What’s the Demo About?
The Hell is Us demo lets you play a slice of this third-person action-adventure game. Set in a war-torn country filled with strange, supernatural creatures, you control Rémi, a soldier using an ancient sword and a drone to fight monsters called Hollow Walkers.
The demo will showcase the game’s intense melee combat and unique exploration style, where you rely on your instincts without maps or quest markers. It’s a mix of dark sci-fi and medieval vibes, inspired by movies like Annihilation.
This demo is a big deal because it’s the first time players can try Hell is Us hands-on. Fans on X are buzzing about the game’s creepy atmosphere, tough combat, and puzzle-solving.
Creative Director Jonathan Jacques-Belletête says the game explores human violence as a cycle driven by emotions, promising a deep story.
The demo is part of Steam Fest, giving PC players a sneak peek, though console players (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) will have to wait for the full release due to technical challenges.
How to Play
- The demo will be available from June 2 to June 16, 2025, on Steam.
- Download the demo for free from the Hell is Us Steam page. You’ll need a Steam account and a PC that meets the game’s requirements (details on Steam).
Note: The demo is PC-only for now, as console demos are harder to set up, according to Rogue Factor.
What to Expect
While exact details about the demo’s content are still under wraps, expect to:
- Fight supernatural creatures with swords, spears, or axes.
- Explore a small part of the semi-open world, using clues from NPCs or notes to navigate.
- Test Rémi’s drone for distracting enemies or solving puzzles.
- Experience the game’s dark, moody visuals and unsettling music.
Pre-ordering the game (standard or Deluxe Edition) also gets you the Military Pack with exclusive cosmetics for Rémi and his drone, KAPI.
Final Thoughts
The Hell is Us demo, available on Steam from June 2–16, 2025, is your chance to try this thrilling action-adventure game before its September 4 launch. With no maps or markers, you’ll rely on your wits to explore a haunting world and battle eerie creatures. PC gamers, mark your calendars and check it out during Steam Fest.
Sources: Steam
