Bloodhound: First day in hell
Released Mar 2023
Crush the cult of Astaroth and vanquish her hellspawn, make them squeal and hide where they came from. Enjoy a Fresh Look & Old Fun in this arcade horror FPS game inspired by the legends of the 90s.
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Released, content planned but development status unclear
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Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Bloodhound: First Day in Hell is a free-to-play horror FPS prologue that launched on March 30, 2023. The game was explicitly designed as an introduction ("First Day in Hell" / "a taste of what's to come") to the broader Bloodhound universe, with the full game — Bloodhound — released separately on Steam on July 19, 2023.
The developer, Kruger & Flint Productions, actively patched this prologue throughout 2023, shipping multiple feature updates and bug fixes between April and October 2023. On December 31, 2023, they posted a development update acknowledging a period of silence caused by health challenges, but confirmed they remained committed to the game.
The most significant signal came on April 15, 2024, when the developer formally announced they had begun work on a continuation of Bloodhound's story — promising expanded mechanics, new enemies and bosses, larger maps, five new weapons, and more narrative content. This is a clear commitment to future content.
However, that April 2024 post is the last known communication from the developer. As of June 21, 2026 — more than two years later — no further updates, patch notes, or progress reports have appeared. The promised continuation has not shipped, and the developer has not provided any explanation for the extended silence. Given the team's previously disclosed health difficulties and the length of the communication gap, it is uncertain whether the announced content is still actively in development.
Evidence
Developer announced they have begun working on a continuation of Bloodhound's story, with expanded mechanics, new enemies and bosses, larger maps, 5 new weapons, and more story elements. This is the last known developer communication.
Developer disclosed that health challenges caused a lapse in communication, but confirmed the team had been working behind the scenes and pledged ongoing updates.
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Publisher
Kruger & Flint Productions
Achievements
39
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
Take the role of a skilled and determined warrior tasked with stopping the malevolent cult of Astaroth. These sinister individuals have called upon the forces of Hell to aid them in their quest for power, and it's up to you to put an end to their nefarious plans. With your trusty firearms at the ready, you'll need to fight your way through hordes of cultists and demons, all while working to prevent Astaroth from making its way to Earth. Do you have what it takes to save the world from certain doom?
Dive in a thrilling introduction to the game's action-packed world. In "First Day in Hell" you'll get a taste of what's to come as you begin your quest to stop the cult of Astaroth. From the first moment, you'll be thrown into the thick of the battle, facing off against waves of enemies as you work to make your way through the demonic realm. With intense, fast-paced gameplay and a hauntingly atmospheric setting.
As you journey through the depths of Hell, you'll have access to an impressive arsenal of weapons to aid you in your quest. In "First Day in Hell" you'll get a taste of what's to come as you wield weapons like the Machete, Revolver, Pump Action Shotgun, Double Barreled Shotgun with Harpoon, and Assault Rifle AG043. Each weapon has its own unique strengths and weaknesses, allowing you to tailor your approach to each encounter. Whether you prefer to get up close and personal with the Machete or take out enemies from a distance with the powerful AG043, Bloodhound's arsenal has something for every playstyle. So gear up, lock and load, and get ready to take the fight to the cult of Astaroth in this adrenaline-fueled shooter.
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Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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