Painkiller FAQ
Q: What is Painkiller? A: Painkiller is a high-octane co-op shooter that pays homage to the classic series. Choose your weapon and upgrades, equip Tarot cards to boost & buff your abilities, and team up with two friends (or play solo with AI-controlled teammates) to take on the armies of Purgatory in a gore-soaked cacophony of murder!
Q: Is this a continuation of the old series? A: This is a brand-new Painkiller, but it has the same blood pumping through its veins. Get ready to team up and unleash some carnage.
Q: Is it first or third-person? A: Painkiller is a first-person shooter. Pew pew.
Q: What platforms will the game release on? A: Painkiller will be available on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on October 21, 2025.
Q: What do I get if I pre-order the Base or Deluxe Edition? A: You'll receive the Iron Crusade Skins Pack, which includes 4 character skins and 6 weapon skins.
Q: Is there matchmaking for co-op? A: Yes, Painkiller includes matchmaking for co-op.
Q: Can I play offline? A: Yes, you will be able to play a Painkiller solo with AI-controlled heroes.
Q: Will Painkiller have a couch co-op mode? A: Painkiller does not feature couch co-op, but it is fully playable in online co-op and offline solo modes.
Q: Does Painkiller feature a story? A: While there are threads of story to be found within the game, Painkiller's focus is squarely on pulse-pounding co-op action. Also, demons can’t even read, so.
STEAM NEXT FEST DEMO
Q: How long is the demo available? A: The gates are open until October 20, 10:00 AM PDT. When they close, the damned rest… temporarily.
Q: Is the demo Region locked? A: No. Damnation knows no borders.
Q: Is the demo Steam Deck compatible? A: No.
Q: What content is included in the demo? A: The demo includes:
- Two levels:
- Prologue
- Winding Canyons
- Four playable characters:
- Ink
- Roch
- Void
- Sol
- Two weapons:
- Stakegun
- Electrodriver
- 24 unlockable weapon upgrades
- Unlockable Tarot cards
- So, so many demons
Q: Can I play solo? A: Yes! The demo is playable solo with AI-controlled teammates, but the experience is best enjoyed in online co-op with up to 3 players.
Q: Does the demo support controllers? A: Yes. Whether you wield keys or a gamepad, both will serve your massacre faithfully.
Q: Does the demo support voice chat? Yes. You’ll want your allies’ screams close at hand. Coordination helps, too.
Q: How do I play co-op with friends? A: You can invite friends directly via Steam or join via the in-game lobby. Public matchmaking may be limited during the demo, so we recommend teaming up with friends.
Q: Will my progress carry over to the full game? A: No. Nothing of this torment endures, except the memory of blood.
Q: Can I stream or record the demo? A: Absolutely. Spread the gospel of pain.
Q: How do I report bugs? A: The unholy are not without flaws. Report your findings here.
Q: How do I give feedback? A: This thread awaits your judgment: https://steamcommunity.com/app/2300120/discussions/0/604169856012686267/