ULTRAKILL is a high-octane, ultra-fast first-person shooter that blends classic arena FPS design with modern, over-the-top action. Inspired by old-school shooters like DOOM and Quake, the game rewards speed, precision, and style above everything else. Standing still means death movement is your greatest weapon.

How to Play ULTRAKILL

You play as V1, a blood-fueled combat machine descending through the layers of Hell. Enemies are relentless, arenas are brutal, and survival depends on aggressive play. Unlike most shooters, you heal by dealing damage, forcing you to stay in the fight at all times.

Core Gameplay Mechanics

• Constant movement: dash, slide, wall-jump, and rocket-ride
• Style-based combat system that rewards creativity
• Health regained by absorbing blood from close-range kills
• Fast, punishing arenas designed for skillful play

Weapons & Combat

ULTRAKILL features a compact but deeply customizable arsenal. Each weapon has multiple alternate firing modes, allowing advanced combos and creative kills.

Weapon examples include:

• Revolver with precision and coin-shot mechanics
• Shotgun with explosive and mobility-focused options
• Nailgun for crowd control
• Railcannon for devastating high-damage shots

Mastering weapon switching and combos is essential to achieving high style ranks.

Style & Ranking System

Combat is graded with ranks from D to S, pushing players to fight aggressively, avoid damage, and vary their attacks. Repeating the same move lowers your score experimentation is rewarded.

Controls

• WASD – Move
• Mouse – Aim
• Shift – Dash
• Ctrl – Slide
• Space – Jump
• Mouse Buttons / Number Keys – Fire & switch weapons

Fast inputs, zero forgiveness.

Features

• Lightning-fast FPS gameplay
• Deep movement and weapon tech
• Intense boss fights
• Stylish retro-inspired visuals
• Challenging difficulty with huge skill ceiling

FAQ

Is ULTRAKILL difficult?
Yes. It’s intentionally punishing but extremely rewarding for skilled players.

Is it similar to DOOM?
It’s inspired by classic DOOM and Quake, but with a stronger focus on speed and style.

Is ULTRAKILL finished?
The game has been released in early access with ongoing updates and new content.