Hellraiser: Revival builds puzzles around the Genesis Configuration

Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival received a new gameplay show dedicated to puzzles.Genesis Configuration is not just a plot item here: the box is needed to change the environment and move through the maze.

The main character Aidan encounters the Cenobites and finds himself in spaces where conventional logic constantly breaks down.The room may go into a loop, the passage may change, and a safe route may have to be found based on the details of the environment.

Genesis Configuration changes the location itself

The box is used as a key to the mechanisms.In one of the episodes shown, she spins a massive wheel and rebuilds narrow bridges in a room with spikes.In another case, Aidan collects the missing parts of the statues and changes the Genesis Configuration to open the gate.

There are also tasks without directly using the box.For example, the exit from repeating rooms is only found after the player stops moving forward and changes direction.

Optional riddles reward useful items

In addition to large spatial tasks, there are familiar elements of survival horror: safes, castles and hidden caches.The reward is crafting resources, ammunition, upgrades and weapons.

Inventory also requires control.The developers directly compare the approach to Resident Evil: free space and a supply of resources become part of the preparation for the next section.

The campaign lasts approximately 8–12 hours

According to the developers, the passage will take about 8-12 hours, depending on the difficulty and skills of the player.Doug Bradley reprises his role as Pinhead, and Clive Barker advised the team during development.

Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival will be released October 8, 2026 on PlayStation 5. The game is also announced for Xbox Series X|S and PC.