Released in 2004, Painkiller was a first-person shooter developed by Polish studio People Can Fly and published by DreamCatcher Interactive. The game took players on an intense, fast-paced journey through a dark, twisted world overrun by hordes of demonic entities. Painkiller's story follows Daniel Garner, a man who is killed in a car accident along with his wife. However, instead of passing on to the afterlife, Daniel finds himself trapped in a nightmarish purgatory known as Judgment. This hellish realm is overseen by the demonic overlord Lucifer, who has instigated a war between the forces of heaven and hell. Tasked by a messenger of God, Daniel must fight his way through Judgment's tormented landscapes, battling swarms of vicious demons and other supernatural creatures. These environments range from the crumbling ruins of a medieval town to the toxic, industrial-themed complexes of a demonic factory. Each level is filled with a variety of uniquely-designed demonic enemies, from shambling zombies to towering, grotesque monstrosities. At its core, Painkiller is an unabashedly old-school first-person shooter, emphasizing frantic, intense combat over complex narratives or exploration. The game's arsenal consists of a varied selection of outlandish and unconventional weapons, including a fully automatic stake gun, an electrified "boltgun," and a scythe-like blade that can be hurled at foes. Combat is fast-paced and relentless, with hordes of demons constantly assailing the player. Painkiller encourages an aggressive, run-and-gun playstyle, rewarding players who can efficiently dispatch enemies and maintain momentum. Additionally, the game features a "Tarot Card" system, which grants the player special abilities and power-ups earned by completing optional in-level challenges. Upon its release, Painkiller was met with critical acclaim, praised for its visceral, uncompromising combat and its faithful homage to classic first-person shooter gameplay. Many reviewers highlighted the game's stunning, gothic-inspired visuals and the intense, adrenaline-fueled encounters with the demonic hordes. Painkiller went on to become a cult classic, spawning several sequels and expansions over the years. The game's success helped establish People Can Fly as a prominent developer in the first-person shooter genre, paving the way for their later work on titles like Bulletstorm and the Gears of War series. Even today, Painkiller remains a beloved and influential title, serving as a prime example of the kind of fast-paced, skill-based combat that defined the golden age of first-person shooters. Its unapologetic embrace of over-the-top action and demonic imagery has cemented its status as a unique and enduring entry in the genre.

[This is a work of fiction. Any similarity to actual persons, living or dead or undead, or actual events, is purely coincidental.] A storm rains overhead. In the heart of the city is a sprawling panoptic tower, the realm of LICHCORP, the world’s reigning megacorporation. In the catacombs beneath is the living tomb and throneroom of the mad CYBRLICH, an undead hyperdictator. Are you bad enough to carve through his minions and bring an end to his iron-fisted reign? Or will you join in the chorus of his undead dirge? Either way, his stock is about to plummet. CYBRLICH AND THE DEATH CVLT OF LABOR is a first-person shooter / boomer shooter in the style of classics of the genre such as DOOM as well as recent entries such as UltraKill. It is fashioned in a unique hand-drawn, animated 2.5D perspective, featuring the animation work of Peter Larson Schmidt, with programming from Clipper Arnold and Eric Knittel. The player assumes the role of a buff, meat-headed barbarian hacker who takes on an evil CYBRLICH and his horde of minions in a satirical game about the horrors of corporate culture, capitalism, and shitty jobs. The player’s goal is to traverse the CYBRLICH’s labyrinthine corporate headquarters, making use of various weapons and utility items: * An “Employee of the Month” sword * A blood ritual-powered revolver * An explosive Mountain Dew™ bottle * An infinite supply of deepweed for restoring your mental health * Demon burgers to heal your physical health). The game will feature an array of bosses, cutscenes, and small puzzles for players to solve. Frenzied, comedic, cartoonish animations in the irreverent style of an Adult Swim cartoon pair with maximalist game design choices for over-the-top action.