Ultrakill
News, coverage and analysis tracking Ultrakill across the outlets.- Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
- This week's Epic Games Store free games include an RPG you'll never forget and a stylish rhythm shooterThe Epic Games Store is offering Citizen Sleeper and Robobeat for free until June 25. Citizen Sleeper is a narrative-driven RPG set on a space station where players manage survival by rolling dice, while Robobeat is a rhythm-based shooter featuring fast-paced action and customizable soundtracks. Upcoming free titles include Roller Coaster Tycoon 3 and Voidwrought.
- NEW BLOOD INTERACTIVE PLEDGES $100,000 USD TO MAKE-A-WISH INTERNATIONALNew Blood Interactive has donated $100,000 USD to Make-A-Wish International, raised through their 12 Year Anniversary Sale. The initiative saw 10% of proceeds from games and merchandise go towards granting wishes for children with critical illnesses. This marks the largest donation Make-A-Wish International's 'Infinite Wishes' program has received.
- Amazon Prime Members Get 15 Games For Free In June And A New He-Man AdventureAmazon Prime members can claim 15 free games in June through Amazon Luna, including the exclusive new Masters of the Universe: Legends Unite adventure. Additionally, Prime subscribers can stream titles like Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition and Mega Man 11. Downloadable games available this month include remastered Tomb Raider adventures, Mafia 3: Definitive Edition, and XCOM: Chimera Squad.
- After 5 years in early access, one of Steam's best-rated shooters goes on sale one last time before a price increase: "Don't say we didn't warn you!"New Blood Interactive announced that the retro FPS Ultrakill will increase its base price on Steam to reflect its substantial content additions, including the recent LAYER 8: FRAUD update. This marks the first price hike since 2022, with a final sale currently active before the increase.
- Indie publisher New Blood has listened to over 1,000 voicemails left on its old-school tip line, including suggestions like 'you ever think about making a game where you fight bugs?'Indie publisher New Blood has continued its interactive tip line, receiving over 1,000 voicemails from fans with game suggestions and other messages. The studio, known for titles like Dusk and Ultrakill, is also preparing to release Scavengers, a $5 roguelike DLC for Blood West on June 3.
- FlipaBeatClub (FABC) Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guests of HonorFlipaBeatClub has been announced as the Guests of Honor for Fire & Ice RGX 2026, a gaming convention taking place in Roseville, CA. The event will feature beatmaking workshops, musical performances, and appearances from various voice actors, musicians, and content creators. Several other guests and announcements, including a Pokémon GO event and new game releases, are also mentioned.
- Digiphile Launches “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” Bundle Featuring PEAKDigiphile has launched the "Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase" bundle, featuring eight games including PEAK, Content Warning, Another Crab's Treasure, HASTE, and Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish foundation. The bundle is available for two weeks and also includes artwork by Gina Chacón. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like River City Saga: Journey to the West and ULTRAKILL.
- ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack Now Available for Pre-Orderiam8bit has opened pre-orders for the ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack, featuring 26 tracks and artwork by Francis Xie, with shipments expected in Q3 2026. The article also briefly mentions other game releases and updates, including DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow, BALL x PIT, Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon, and Goro Majima's addition to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
- This brutal 95%-rated Postal spin-off is one of Steam's greatest boomer shooters, and it's just $1 right nowPostal: Brain Damaged, a spin-off of the infamous Postal series developed by a different team, is a highly-rated first-person shooter available on Steam. The game shifts from the series' usual open-world satire to a more focused, fast-paced experience set within the Postal Dude's mind, featuring modern movement mechanics and satisfying weapon feedback. It is currently available for a low price as part of a bundle on Fanatical.
- ULTRAKILL Steam Page Lists Cryptic Sound Card Requirements That Reference Classic HorrorULTRAKILL's Steam page has garnered attention for its unusual system requirements, which include cryptic phrases like "Yet I must scream" and "No vocal interface detected." These are believed to be references to Harlan Ellison's classic sci-fi horror story "I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream." Developer Arsi "Hakita" Patala is known for incorporating dark themes and literary allusions into the game's presentation.
- Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, will never uninstall Doom from his PC, and has over 488 hours in Fallout 76:…New Blood Interactive CEO Dave Oshry discusses his PC gaming habits, highlighting Doom as a game he'll never uninstall and Fallout 76 as the game he has the most hours in. He shares his passion for CRPGs and FPS games, and details upcoming updates for titles like Fallen Aces and Gloomwood.
- Yes, the Palworld dating sim is actually realPocketpair has officially announced that the Palworld Dating Sim, titled Palworld: More Than Just Pals, is in active development, confirming it is not an April Fools' joke. The game will feature conversations with Pals and characters from the original Palworld, alongside a time loop narrative with elements of murder and mystique, drawing comparisons to Doki Doki Literature Club.
- Brutal boomer shooter Ultrakill makes its new chapter even better with over 120 precision changesThe boomer shooter Ultrakill has received an update for its new chapter, Fraud, introducing over 120 precision changes. These modifications aim to improve the difficulty curve, contributing to the game's current high point.
- Don't Stop, Girlypop! review - ChristCenteredGamerDon't Stop, Girlypop! is a good PC movement shooter that offers an enjoyable experience despite some imperfections. Priced appropriately, it is recommended for players who enjoy similar titles like ULTRAKILL or Quake-like games.
- Blood-drunk shooter Ultrakill is back with a whole hellworld full of lies, portals and non-Euclidean spacesThe "Fraud" update for the FPS game Ultrakill has been released, introducing the eighth layer of Hell, which features deceptive architecture and non-Euclidean spaces. Developed by Arsi "Hakita" Patala and published by New Blood, the update was delayed due to the complexity of implementing its reality-bending mechanics. The game is known for its style-scoring combat, blending elements of Quake and Devil May Cry.