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TimeSplitters vs Painkiller

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TimeSplitters
TimeSplittersA time-travelling first-person shooter featuring frantic multiplayer and a built-in level editor.
Painkiller
PainkillerFast‑paced, demon‑slaying shooter with relentless action
Overview
Description

TimeSplitters is a first-person shooter and the first game in the acclaimed TimeSplitters series. Players embark on a campaign taking place at nine fictional locations between 1935 and 2035, guiding characters through missions to retrieve objects while evading and defeating the evil mutant TimeSplitters. Beyond the campaign, the game offers a robust multiplayer Arcade mode supporting up to four players and ten bots across six modes, alongside a custom level editor that lets players design and light their own maps from pre-made tiles.

Painkiller thrusts players into a gothic, horror‑infused world where they battle hordes of undead and demonic foes. With its classic arena shooter mechanics, the game delivers intense, fast‑fire combat across varied, atmospheric levels. The title offers both a gritty single‑player campaign and robust multiplayer modes, letting you duel friends or strangers in frantic deathmatches. Its blend of shooter, puzzle, action, and horror elements creates a uniquely challenging experience for fans of retro FPS games.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Retro fps fans and couch multiplayer enthusiasts
Classic FPS and horror fans
Specifications
General
msrp
$49.99
$19.9960%
release date
2000-10-26
2004-04-12
Specifications
developer
Free Radical Design
People Can Fly, MachineWorks Northwest
publisher
Eidos Interactive
DreamCatcher Interactive, MachineWorks Northwest
age rating
ESRB T
PEGI 16, ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Co-operative, Split screen
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
79/100
83/100+5%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging split-screen multiplayer modes
  • Intuitive and creative level editor
  • Diverse time-travel campaign settings
  • Solid selection of characters and weapons
  • Addictive fast‑paced combat
  • Rich variety of weapons
  • Atmospheric horror visuals
  • Strong multiplayer community
Cons
  • Campaign can feel repetitive during end-level extractions
  • Limited to four human players locally
  • Graphics and controls show their age compared to modern shooters
  • Outdated graphics by modern standards
  • Occasional AI pathfinding issues
  • Limited customization options
Community & Metrics
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The Verdict

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Painkiller offers cheaper, cross‑platform horror FPS action with online multiplayer, while TimeSplitters provides richer split‑screen couch play and a level editor at a higher price.

Key differences

  • Painkiller is $19.99 vs TimeSplitters $49.99.
  • Painkiller supports Android, iOS and PC; TimeSplitters platform not specified.
  • Painkiller features online deathmatch; TimeSplitters limited to local split‑screen.
  • TimeSplitters includes an in‑game level editor; Painkiller does not.
  • Painkiller has 30+ weapons and horror maps; TimeSplitters offers 9 eras and 18 characters.
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Pricing & value

Painkiller costs $19.99, less than half of TimeSplitters' $49.99.

Painkiller

Platform availability

Painkiller runs on Android, iOS and PC; TimeSplitters platform not listed.

Painkiller

Multiplayer / co‑op

Painkiller offers online deathmatch and leaderboards; TimeSplitters only supports up to four local players.

Painkiller

Content & replayability

TimeSplitters provides a level editor and custom map creation, extending replay value beyond Painkiller's fixed maps.

TimeSplitters

Graphics & performance

Both games are from 2000‑2004 era and noted as having dated graphics.

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Difficulty & accessibility

No specific difficulty or accessibility information provided for either title.

Tie

Gameplay & fun factor

Painkiller delivers fast‑paced combat with 30+ weapons; TimeSplitters' campaign is noted as potentially repetitive.

Painkiller

Choose TimeSplitters if…

Buyers who prioritize couch co‑op split‑screen and want to build custom maps.

Choose Painkiller if…

Buyers seeking an affordable, horror‑themed FPS with online multiplayer and mobile/PC play.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Painkiller costs $19.99; TimeSplitters costs $49.99.

Can I play online with friends?

Painkiller supports online deathmatch; TimeSplitters only supports up to four local players.

Is there a level editor for creating maps?

TimeSplitters includes an in‑game level editor; Painkiller does not.