Summary
- Release Year: 2010
- Genres: Indie, Shooter
- Platforms: Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
- Developers: Croteam
- Publishers: Devolver Digital
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter: A Visually Stunning and Action-Packed Shooter
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is a visually upgraded and fully Steam supported remake of the original high-adrenaline single-play and 16-player co-operative arcade-action FPS and Gamespot’s Game of the Month!
The game was developed by Croteam and published by Devolver Digital. It was released on October 12, 2010 for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360.
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is a faithful remake of the original game, with all of the same levels, enemies, and weapons. However, the game has been given a major visual overhaul, with new high-definition textures and models. The game also runs at a smoother framerate than the original, and it supports a wider range of resolutions.
In addition to the visual upgrades, Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter also includes a number of new features, such as:
- A new cooperative mode for up to 16 players
- A new survival mode
- A new endless mode
- A new weapon: the double-barreled shotgun
- A new enemy: the Beheaded Kamikaze
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is a great remake of a classic FPS game. It’s got all the action, humor, and hordes of enemies that made the original so much fun. If you’re a fan of Serious Sam or FPS games in general, you should definitely check this one out.
Gameplay
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is a first-person shooter in which the player takes control of Sam Stone, a commando sent to Earth to stop an alien invasion. The game is set in a variety of locations, including Egypt, Greece, and South America.
The player must fight their way through hordes of enemies, including giant monsters, kamikaze bombers, and teleporting aliens. The player has a variety of weapons at their disposal, including shotguns, assault rifles, and rocket launchers.
The game also features a number of environmental puzzles that the player must solve in order to progress. For example, the player may need to find a key to open a door, or they may need to use a lever to activate a machine.
Reception
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its visuals, gameplay, and humor. However, some critics found the game to be too repetitive and linear.
The game was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is considered to be one of the best FPS games of all time. The game has been praised for its visuals, gameplay, and humor. The game has also been credited with helping to popularize the cooperative FPS genre.
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter has been followed by two sequels, Serious Sam 3: BFE and Serious Sam 4. The game has also been ported to a number of other platforms, including Linux, Mac OS X, and iOS.
Conclusion
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is a great remake of a classic FPS game. It’s got all the action, humor, and hordes of enemies that made the original so much fun. If you’re a fan of Serious Sam or FPS games in general, you should definitely check this one out.
Review Score
8.5/10
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