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Thousand Hells: The Underworld Heists

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Released September 8, 2026
sample: 105 reviews posted after launch (95 AI-classified)
77/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 84 % · 105 reviews (« Very Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 84% positive vs 83% overall (104 recent reviews)
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Commanders are diving deep into the underworld saga, with over half the player base logging between 2 and 10 hours of tactical planning. This strong engagement fuels an 84% positive reception across 105 reviews since the September 2026 launch.

What it's about: Recruit your team, choose your path, and descend into hell. Four heroes must overcome the trials of the underworlds in tactical narrative encounters. A new systemic storybook experience blending mythology and surrealism. From the designers of King of Dragon Pass and Six Ages.

In-game

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« I robbed the demon bank but my ritual to spiritually launder the money failed so I was dragged into hell, Payday 2 this is not »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 8 h played611
« It's like the events from Wildermyth crossed with the hero quests from King of Dragon Pass turned into a whole game. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 5 h played2
« Really nails the TTRPG feel: fail forward mechanics but still has penalties, able to use skills even with flimsy logic, and party banter »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« What a bizzare and delightful experience! Will gladly delve into a terrible winterscape, get caught, abandon half the loot, aid a creepy old lady and then proceed to lose it all inches from victory again! XD »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« Played two runs & have won one! Fun! I like the low transparency of the options, I'm glad for something that has narrative but isn't super taxing on the brain. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 4 h played
« It's an rng heavy coya, calling it a tactical game is a stretch. Very different from the previous games from this studio and not in a way that makes me like it »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Not satisfactory at all. You can succeed or lose an encounter with barely any consequence. The scenarios are not as reactive as they seem in the trailers. Brief, I am trying to refund it and I would encourage you to do the same. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Highly responsive to decisions and with very engaging writing and ideas. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
« Amazing game, multiple endings and extensive branching. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played

In players' words

« I robbed the demon bank but my ritual to spiritually launder the money failed so I was dragged into hell, Payday 2 this is not »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 8 h played611
« It's an rng heavy coya, calling it a tactical game is a stretch. Very different from the previous games from this studio and not in a way that makes me like it »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« It's like the events from Wildermyth crossed with the hero quests from King of Dragon Pass turned into a whole game. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 5 h played2
« Not satisfactory at all. You can succeed or lose an encounter with barely any consequence. The scenarios are not as reactive as they seem in the trailers. Brief, I am trying to refund it and I would encourage you to do the same. »
👎 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 2 h played
« Really nails the TTRPG feel: fail forward mechanics but still has penalties, able to use skills even with flimsy logic, and party banter »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« Highly responsive to decisions and with very engaging writing and ideas. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 1 h played
« What a bizzare and delightful experience! Will gladly delve into a terrible winterscape, get caught, abandon half the loot, aid a creepy old lady and then proceed to lose it all inches from victory again! XD »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 3 h played
« Amazing game, multiple endings and extensive branching. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 0 h played
« Played two runs & have won one! Fun! I like the low transparency of the options, I'm glad for something that has narrative but isn't super taxing on the brain. »
👍 anonymous review · Sep 2026 · 4 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Story / writing
86 % pos · n=72
Gameplay
65 % pos · n=69
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=18
Audio / music
88 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
75 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=4
Multiplayer
50 % pos · n=4
Performance
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Story / writing726246
Gameplay6945915
Graphics / art181800
Audio / music8701
Content / longevity8602
Interface / UX4202
Multiplayer4211
Performance1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 6.2 h on median; those who dislike it: 3.6 h.

<2h
60 % (n=15)
2-10h
87 % (n=63)
10-25h
88 % (n=24)
>25h
100 % (n=3)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 51 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The narrative dominates the discussion with 62 positive mentions out of 72 total story references.
  • Visual design receives universal acclaim, collecting 18 positive mentions out of 18 without a single complaint.
  • Core mechanics win over most tacticians, gathering 45 positive mentions out of 69 total gameplay observations.
  • Atmospheric audio reinforces the descent, earning 7 positive mentions out of 8.

Weaknesses

  • Mechanical friction shows up in combat and systems, logging 15 negative mentions out of 69 gameplay entries.
  • Narrative missteps occasionally frustrate readers, accounting for 6 negative mentions out of 72 story references.

Who is it for?

Strategic RPG enthusiasts who prioritize deep underworld storytelling and tactical decision-making over pure action.

Is Thousand Hells: The Underworld Heists worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 84% of 105 Steam reviews are positive (player score 77/100). Most-praised strength: The narrative dominates the discussion. Current price: 25,49€.

Verdict

Thousand Hells delivers a compelling tactical descent backed by strong writing and an 84% approval rating. While a few mechanical bumps remain, it stands as a rewarding venture for simulation strategists willing to master its underworld depths.

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