
Exciting Relaunch of Classic FPS Games at QuakeCon 2025
In a thrilling announcement, QuakeCon 2025 featured the surprise relaunch of seminal first-person shooters by Raven Software, Heretic and its successor Hexen. This revamped collection, titled Heretic + Hexen, introduces these iconic games, which pioneered numerous significant gameplay mechanics, including vertical camera movements and comprehensive inventory systems, to a new audience on nearly all modern gaming platforms.
Revamped Features and Enhancements
Responsible for various successful remasters, Nightdive Studios collaborated with id Software and Bethesda over several years to breathe new life into these classics. The enhanced edition offers a plethora of upgrades:
- Stunning 4K resolution at 120 FPS
- Updated textures and visuals
- Modern accessibility features
- Efficient controller support
- A new weapon carousel for streamlined gameplay
- Balance toggle and quick save options
- Reimagined Tome of Power soundtrack by Andrew Hulshult
New Campaign Content and Multiplayer Features
Players can look forward to two brand new episodes included in the package: Heretic: Faith Renewed and Hexen: Vestiges of Grandeur. Developed by talented teams at id Software and Nightdive Studios, these additions elevate the total number of campaign maps to a remarkable 117.
In addition to the enhanced single-player experience, the re-release incorporates exciting features such as:
- Cross-platform cooperative play online
- Deathmatch multiplayer
- Community mod support through an integrated in-game mod browser
16 players
Availability and Free Upgrade Offer
The Heretic + Hexen bundle is now available for purchase at a price of $14.99 as part of its unexpected launch at QuakeCon 2025. This collection spans a wide array of platforms, including:
- PC (via Steam, Microsoft Store, and GOG)
- Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S
- Nintendo Switch
- PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
Additionally, subscribers of Xbox Game Pass can enjoy the game without any additional costs. Original owners of the classic titles on platforms like Steam, Microsoft Store, and GOG will receive the new Heretic + Hexen as a complimentary upgrade, while the originals remain accessible as separate downloads.
For more details, check out the reveal trailer and official announcements.
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