HeXen & Heretic Series Collection
This product includes a complete set of classic first-person shooters set in dark, twisted medieval worlds filled with horror and magic. The bundle features the following games:
- Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders
- HeXen II
- HeXen: Beyond Heretic
- HeXen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel
Game Overview
Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders
- Story: In a dimension ravaged by undead and beastly horrors, you, a lone warrior, must seek vengeance for the slaughter of your race. Armed with powerful weapons like the Firemace and Hellstaff, and casting spells from the Tomes of Power, you battle against dark forces and their sinister leaders.
- Gameplay: Combines classic FPS elements with fantasy themes, featuring a variety of weapons and spells in a quest to eliminate malevolent entities.
HeXen: Beyond Heretic
- Story: Set in a decaying world left in chaos by the Serpent Riders, players control one of three characters—a warrior, mage, or cleric—each seeking to defeat the dark sorcerer Korax and restore order. The game’s setting includes mangled corpses and undead minions in a battle against evil.
- Gameplay: Offers a mix of combat and exploration with distinct character classes, each providing unique abilities and weapons.
HeXen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel
- Story: This expansion for HeXen introduces new single-player levels and multiplayer features. Players encounter new environments and challenges, expanding upon the original HeXen experience.
- Gameplay: Includes 20 new single-player levels and additional multiplayer options. It was the first expansion by Raven Software to support LAN play with up to eight players.
HeXen II
- Story: A direct sequel to the original HeXen, continuing the battle against the forces of evil in an even more expansive world filled with darkness and danger.
- Gameplay: Continues the dark fantasy FPS style with improved graphics and new features, providing a deeper and more immersive experience.
Key Features
- Multiplayer Support: Engage in cooperative play or competitive deathmatches. The games support up to four players via network or two via modem in earlier installments, and up to 16 players in LAN deathmatches.
- Dynamic Environments: Explore detailed and interactive 3D environments with the Quake Engine’s polygon-based modeling. Destroy objects, uncover secrets, and battle in diverse settings including medieval, Egyptian, Mesoamerican, and Roman themes.
- Varied Combat: Choose from a range of weapons (seven in the original games) and spells, including the powerful Phoenix Rod and various arcane artifacts.
- Unique Enemies: Face off against a variety of dark and monstrous foes, from Knight Archers and Fire Imps to Were-Jaguars and Skull Wizards.
- Character Classes and Powers: Select from different heroes with unique spells and powers. Gain experience to enhance abilities, such as increased speed, firepower, and jumping distance.
This collection brings together the best of dark fantasy FPS gaming with a rich tapestry of medieval magic and horror. Whether you’re delving into single-player adventures or engaging in multiplayer chaos, the HeXen and Heretic series offer a unique and challenging experience.
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