However, the themes of the levels elevate the game.

One of the unique RPG-lite mechanics introduced in Painkiller is the Tarot Card system. Each level has a specific challenge objective (e.g., "Kill 30 enemies in 30 seconds" or "Finish the level using only the stakegun"). Completing these objectives awards the player a Tarot Card.

You don’t play Painkiller for the story. You play it to rip the souls out of monsters.

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