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first-person shooter
Hexen II
By Raven Software, released 1 Jan 1997
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
- macOS
- Classic Mac OS
What it is
Hexen II is a dark fantasy first-person shooter with role-playing elements, developed by Raven Software and published by id Software. Released in 1997, it concludes the Serpent Riders trilogy, with the player facing Eidolon after confronting the Four Horsemen and their forces. Players can choose among four classes: Paladin, Crusader, Assassin and Necromancer. The game includes distinct spells and powers, 32 new weapons, and experience levels that improve health and unlock abilities. Its campaign spans four demon-infested worlds themed around medieval Europe, ancient Egypt, Mesoamerica and Greco-Roman settings. Steam lists single-player, multiplayer, co-op and LAN co-op, as well as Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. The store description says online and LAN play supports up to 16 players. Steam lists Windows as its platform. The Steam release date is August 3, 2007.
What players like, and what they don't
- Four playable classes
- 32 new weapons listed
- Four themed worlds
- Co-op and LAN co-op listed
- Steam lists Windows only
- Originally released in 1997
Who it suits
Hexen II suits players who want a dark fantasy shooter with class choices, progression and distinct world themes. Its listed co-op and multiplayer support also suits groups playing together.
Hexen II combines shooter combat with classes, spells and experience-based progression. It also lists co-op and multiplayer, with Windows as its Steam platform.
