Ultrakill

Step into Ultrakill—descend into Hell, master lightning-fast combat, unleash stylish combos, uncover hidden secrets, and conquer relentless battles!

OVERVIEW

Ultrakill is a fast-paced first-person shooter developed by Arsi "Hakita" Patala and published by New Blood Interactive. Set in a grim future where humanity has vanished, the world is inhabited only by machines powered by blood. As blood supplies on Earth begin to run out, these machines descend into Hell in search of a new source of fuel.

Players take control of V1, a powerful combat machine driven by a single objective: survive by destroying anything that stands in its way. Combining classic shooter influences with modern action mechanics, Ultrakill delivers an intense experience built around speed, aggression, and skill.

DESCEND INTO HELL AND SURVIVE

Every level is packed with demons, undead creatures, rival machines, environmental hazards, hidden secrets, and challenging boss fights. To stay alive, players must move constantly, react quickly, and make effective use of their weapons and abilities.

One of Ultrakill's most distinctive features is its healing system. Instead of relying on health packs, V1 restores health by absorbing the blood of nearby enemies. This mechanic encourages aggressive gameplay and turns every encounter into a fast-paced battle for survival.

Controls

W, A, S, D — Move
Mouse — Aim
Left Mouse Button — Fire Weapon
Right Mouse Button — Alternate Fire
Spacebar — Jump
Left Shift — Dash
Left Ctrl — Slide
E — Punch / Interact
Number Keys — Switch Weapons
Esc — Pause Menu

Master Advanced Movement

Mobility is a crucial part of Ultrakill's combat system. Skilled players combine multiple movement techniques to avoid damage and maintain momentum.

Key movement abilities include:

Dashing through enemy attacks
Sliding to gain speed
Wall jumping to reach new areas
Rocket boosting for advanced mobility
Air maneuvering for precise positioning

Mastering these techniques allows players to navigate battlefields at incredible speed while staying one step ahead of their enemies.

Build Creative Weapon Combos

Ultrakill features a versatile arsenal designed to reward experimentation and mastery.

Available weapons include:

Revolvers
Shotguns
Nailguns
Railcannons
Rocket Launchers
Alternate weapon variants

Many weapons interact with one another in creative ways. Players can punch shotgun pellets to trigger powerful explosions, shoot tossed coins to ricochet bullets into enemies, or combine multiple weapons to create devastating combo attacks. Learning these interactions is essential for maximizing damage and earning higher style scores.

Chase Higher Style Rankings

Every encounter is evaluated through Ultrakill's dynamic Style Ranking System, which rewards skillful and creative gameplay.

Players can earn higher ranks by:

Maintaining long combos
Switching weapons frequently
Avoiding damage
Eliminating enemies quickly
Using advanced combat techniques

Discover Secrets and Replay Challenges

Ultrakill offers far more than a straightforward campaign. Each level contains hidden areas, secret missions, collectible rewards, and optional challenges that encourage exploration.

Players can also: