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Publisher 3D Realms

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Developer Anshar Studios

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Gabe Newell wanted this cult-classic FPS to be one of the first games to launch on Steam, but its creator said "ehhh" nah

Dec 27, 2025

Painkiller's creator "disagreed with every single thing" the reboot does, says it "wasted" the IP

Painkiller's creator

Dec 17, 2025

The gorgeous, brutal Painkiller is a dull co-op FPS in a boomer shooter's skin

The gorgeous, brutal Painkiller is a dull co-op FPS in a boomer shooter's skin

Jul 24, 2025

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Cult classic FPS Painkiller is back with a huge RTX overhaul

Cult classic FPS Painkiller is back with a huge RTX overhaul

Jun 1, 2025

Doom The Dark Ages has a new rival as classic FPS game Painkiller returns

Doom The Dark Ages has a new rival as classic FPS game Painkiller returns

Mar 20, 2025