On March 22, 2025 The Gaming Outsider reported that Saber Interactive’s 3D Realms label and developer Anshar Studios officially revealed Painkiller, a high-intensity reimagining of the classic shooter. The new game is due to launch in fall 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC【249096247192688†L27-L35】.

The announcement explains that players enter a gothic purgatory and must fight for redemption. Guided by the Voice of the Creator, they wield brutal weapons inspired by the original game, along with new tools of destruction, to battle hordes of demonic foes. The heavy-metal soundtrack and gothic environments return, and players can tackle the campaign solo or team up online to stop the fallen angel Azazel from invading Earth【249096247192688†L37-L45】.

Mobility and customization are central to the new Painkiller. Players can jump, dash and hook across twisted biomes while facing grotesque enemies ranging from demonic hordes to titanic Nephilim. Using tarot cards lets them upgrade abilities and rank up to expand their arsenal, while four playable characters—Ink, Void, Sol and Roch—each provide unique perks that boost energy, health, power and damage【249096247192688†L54-L63】. Beyond solo play, the game includes online co-op for up to two friends or offline play with bots, encouraging exploration of diverse locations and secrets【249096247192688†L54-L67】.