Hell Is Us, the semi-open-world action game developed by Rogue Factor, is experiencing a significant increase in popularity one year after its initial release. The title, which launched on September 4, 2025, is currently the third most-popular game on Xbox Game Pass following its addition to the subscription service in July 2026.
Quick Facts
- Developer: Rogue Factor
- Director: Jonathan Jacques-Belletete (formerly of Deus Ex)
- Total Players: Over 1 million as of August 2026
- Metacritic Score: 77
The game tasks players with controlling a peacekeeper searching for his parents in a homeland overrun by supernatural threats. It distinguishes itself from other genre entries through a minimalist user interface that removes traditional quest markers and maps, requiring players to navigate the environment manually.
Reception and Gameplay
While critical consensus remains mixed with a 77 score on Metacritic, the title has found a dedicated audience among fans of exploration-focused action games. Critics have praised its frictional mission structure, though some noted concerns regarding limited enemy variety. Directed by Jonathan Jacques-Belletete, the game's aesthetic and world-building have drawn comparisons to his previous work on the Deus Ex series.
Availability and Future Releases
Hell Is Us is playable now on Xbox Series X via Game Pass, as well as on PlayStation 5 and Windows PC. Players looking for a portable version can expect the game to arrive on the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8, 2026.