Pass the Fear is closing in on its Steam launch, throwing players into a chaotic race against the clock. A catastrophic Witch’s Disaster has sealed an island behind an ancient Wall of Storms, and it’s up to a ragtag crew of demon hunters — including an Iron Bucket Knight and a mysterious nun — to blast their way out before dawn.
At a Glance:
- Release Date: Jul 22, 2026
- Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG, Strategy
- Platform: PC (Steam)
- Cost: Free-to-Play
- Developer/Publisher: PlayMud Studio / Paras Games
- Store Link: Get Pass the Fear on Steam →
The Story / Concept
Scraped together mid-escape, this squad of misfits shares exactly one thing in common: they’re all deathly afraid of dying, and none of them have a choice but to fight anyway. With only 12 hours to reach the coastline before the Storm Wall’s corruption catches up, every run pushes deeper into a conspiracy that’s slowly coming into focus.
Core Gameplay Features
- Bullet-hell weapon modding — Every run is a new build.
- Stack Fancy Weapons, elemental barrels, Relic fusions, and Tarot Cards
- Chain bullet trajectories into screen-filling patterns, or go for one-hit nukes
- Affix-driven runs — No fixed meta, ever.
- Roll unpredictable affixes like Fragment, Embarkation, Growth, and Disruption
- Find fresh strategies with nearly every jackpot combination
- Character Talents and Squad perks — Long-term progression alongside the moment-to-moment chaos.
- Unlock deeper Talents and Squad perks as you keep pushing runs
- Piece together scattered junk items to reveal the island’s hidden backstory
Who Is This For?
If you’re into bullet-hell roguelites with heavy build variety — think Vampire Survivors crossed with a proper action RPG — Pass the Fear is worth a look, especially with no cost of entry. The developer has been openly iterating based on Discord feedback, so expect ongoing content updates post-launch.
Pro Tip
Don’t commit to a build too early — the affix system rewards flexibility, so hold off on going all-in until you’ve seen what the run is offering you. Early identification of a strong Tarot Card or Relic fusion combo can carry an entire escape attempt.
