It also popularized the " hub system" of level progression in the genre of first-person shooter games and featured some architectural elements that could move horizontally or rotate. Hexen uses a modified version of the Doom engine, which (like in Heretic) allows the player to look up and down, network play with up to 8 players, and the choice of three character classes. The first Serpent Rider, D'Sparil, was the final boss of Heretic and the third, Eidolon, would later appear in Hexen II. The main goal of the game is the destruction of Korax, the second of a trio of demon brothers known as the Serpent Riders, who has taken over the world of Cronos.
Hexen: Beyond Heretic (or simply Hexen) is a first-person shooter computer game developed by Raven Software, published by id Software, and distributed by GT Interactive beginning on October 30, 1995. Like its predecessor, Hexen uses an enhanced version of the Doom engine to create its pseudo-3D worlds.Hexen title screen. Challenge friends to a deathmatch or work together in the cooperative mode. The single-player adventure spans five episodes, each comprised of multiple levels linked together by "hubs." Multiplayer support is also included via LAN (four players) or modem (two players). Locate ancient artifacts to imbue your character with new powers. You'll witness poison darts, spikes, crushing walls, collapsing bridges, earthquakes, bottomless pits, and other dangers while activating switches or finding keys to trigger events.
In addition to the melee- and projectile-based combat, the game features several puzzles and traps to overcome or avoid. Characters can acquire up to four class-specific weapons to use against an assortment of evil creatures. Each character possesses special abilities and is individually rated in four attributes: speed, armor, magic, and strength. Instead of guiding a lone protagonist, you can now choose from three distinct characters: a fighter, cleric, or mage. The sequel to Heretic continues the first-person fantasy combat that distinguished its predecessor.
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