Hellboy: Science of Evil for the Sony PS3 is an action-adventure game based on the popular comic book character Hellboy. Players assume the role of Hellboy, a demon-turned-hero, as he punches, smashes, and employs his supernatural abilities to combat hordes of sinister foes. The game features a blend of melee combat and puzzle-solving, with an original storyline set in the Hellboy universe. Co-op gameplay enables players to team up as Hellboy's allies in intense battles against dark forces. The game's genre can be classified as an action-adventure with a focus on combat and exploration.