HELLBREAK

Shooter· Action Roguelike· Arena Shooter· Boomer Shooter

Released May 2026

HELLBREAK is a fast-paced roguelite, survivor-like FPS where you fight through escalating waves in brutal arenas in Hell. Build powerful loadouts, earn favor from demon lords to unlock new gear, and climb the leaderboards for your salvation.

76% positive · 307 reviews

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Released, but content still planned

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Content Planned

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $14.99

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Evaluation

HELLBREAK launched into full 1.0 release on May 8, 2026, after nearly a year in Early Access. Since then, the developer — a two-person team — has been actively building on the game. On August 6, 2026, they shipped a content update as part of the Tiny Teams 2026 festival, adding a new Lord of Hell (Azaelith), a new weapon (Leash), a new perk (Revival), and balance changes. In that same post, the developer explicitly stated that another update is coming "later this year" with a new spell and a new weapon. They also noted that Azaelith launched with only his first 2 missions, with more still to come. This makes it clear the game has announced, unshipped content on the way. The developer acknowledged that updates will be less frequent post-1.0 than they were during Early Access — given the small team size — but committed to continuing development and keeping updates "worth the wait." The last developer communication was on August 6, 2026, just 13 days before today's assessment.

Evidence

Developer shipped a content update with a new Lord of Hell (Azaelith), new weapon (Leash), and new perk (Revival). Explicitly stated another content update is coming later in 2026 with a new spell and a new weapon. Also noted that Azaelith launched with only 2 missions, with more to come.

news post · Aug 6, 2026 source content planned

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HELLBREAK officially reached 1.0 on May 8, 2026, adding a new arena (Ashcrypt), Eternal Mode, a new difficulty, new weapons, spells, and enemies.

news post · May 8, 2026 source content shipped

high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Released

HELLBREAK Soundtrack

Jun 2025

Media

Details

Developer

Double Barrel Games

Publisher

Flagship Interactive

Achievements

Platform

Windows

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Verified

Players

Single-player

Action Roguelike Arena Shooter Boomer Shooter FPS Bullet Hell Bullet Heaven Roguelite PvE Shooter Arcade 3D First-Person Fast-Paced Horror Action

About this game

HELLBREAK thrusts you into the infernal depths as a soldier from the World Wars, fighting to save your soul from eternal damnation. Battle through relentless waves of demonic enemies, earn the favor of demon lords, and unlock powerful weapons, spells, and blessings that will ensure no two attempts are the same.

Engage in fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled first-person combat. Wield an arsenal of 19 demonic weapons, each offering distinct playstyles and strategic options. Equip yourself with machine guns, shotguns, revolvers, the skull of a heretic, and more!

Unleash powerful spells to control the battlefield. Cast infernal flames, summon demonic totems and turn into a chilling wraith form to send shivers down the spine of your enemies! Choose from many options which suit your playstyle.

Leverage multiple unique curses to strategically control and defeat your enemies, making each battle uniquely challenging and rewarding.

Unlock and choose from over 150 different blessings that modify your abilities and playstyle. Earn favors from demon lords to start your trials with powerful advantages.