Discidium

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Discidium is a single player and multiplayer survival shooter game with comedy, violence and science fiction themes. It was developed by Rakanishu and was released on November 2, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Author: Rakanishu Testers: PikaCommando (TSE), Mkbewe (TSE)Version: 1.4bDate: 2 february 2020Latest Update: 12 october 2020Description: A medieval-themed survival level that is pretty hard to achieve. Will you be able to survive the storm? Features - Grand Cathedral themed survival level Medals Bronze time: 6 minutesSilver time: 9 minutes 30Gold time: 12 minutes Available games: Serious Sam…

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Audience ScoreBased on 652 reviews

gameplay25 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

Adds new weapons like flamethrower, sniper rifle, and chainsaw which enhance combat variety and effectiveness.
More varied and colorful environments compared to the first game, including South American jungles, Babylonian ruins, and medieval European castles.
High-intensity, fast-paced gameplay that delivers epic battles against large hordes of diverse enemies, maintaining the classic run-and-gun feel.

Some levels are overly long and can feel tedious due to repetitive large-scale enemy waves and lengthy battles.
Certain gameplay segments, especially platforming and trap rooms with altered gravity or bouncy floors, are frustrating and feel out of place.
Original classic version has dated graphics and minor bugs; the lack of features such as seamless weapon switching can hinder pacing and fluidity.

gameplay
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Serious Sam: The Second Encounter builds on the fast-paced, chaotic shooter formula of its predecessor with more weapons, enemies, and polished mechanics, delivering intense arena battles and a variety of level challenges. While the core run-and-gun experience remains largely unchanged, improvements in level design, new power-ups, and dynamic combat keep the gameplay fresh and engaging, though some players may find it repetitive or exhausting over extended sessions. Overall, it offers satisfying, adrenaline-filled gameplay that appeals to fans of classic, action-heavy shooters.
- “While gameplay remained unchanged (as chaotic as the first one), Sam received some power-ups and new weapons such as the sniper rifle, the flamethrower, and the chainsaw.”
- “The game's exceedingly ambitious level design utilizes different gameplay mechanics including platforming sections and maneuvering through various death traps.”
- “More weapons, more enemies, more mechanics, more locations — everything is bigger and more polished.”
- “Gameplay can become exhausting over long sessions.”
- “Personally, I think the core gameplay of fighting off hordes of enemies in arena after arena gets old and wears out its welcome long before the game is over.”
- “The game doesn't give any real hints as to which mechanic you're facing off against, leaving the gamer more often than not running out of ammo and spending a huge amount of time in an area where the foes never cease.”
graphics
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of Serious Sam games are praised for their bold colors, vibrant art style, and large, varied environments that remain charming despite being dated by modern standards. The second encounter notably improves visuals and atmosphere compared to the first, offering a more polished and engaging experience. While HD remakes provide enhanced graphics and additional features, many appreciate the original's unique aesthetic and performance even years after release.
- “The graphics are still holding strong, even in 2025, and other than purely visual upgrade, everything else (specifically gameplay) is as close to the reference as possible.”
- “One of the standout features of Serious Sam Classic: The Second Encounter is its improved graphics.”
- “Croteam worked hard on the game engine here and for 2002, it was one of the best graphics showcases out there.”
- “Serious, the graphics are so bad it looked like it had just one eye.”
- “Its fast-paced action was marred by repetitious visuals and linear gameplay that really hasn't aged all that well in the last 15 years, given the massive quantity of FPS games that we have today.”
- “If the dated graphics don't discourage you, the most baseline is, of course, Serious Sam Classic.”
story
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in Serious Sam: The Second Encounter is minimal and largely serves as a simple continuation from the first game, with straightforward plot elements and light humor rather than deep narrative. While some appreciate the added dialogue and setting variety, most agree the story is secondary to the fast-paced action, repetitive wave-based gameplay, and exploration. Overall, the story is considered adequate but not a major focus or highlight of the experience.
- “The story simply follows from the previous part with a convenient crash back down to earth, but at least there is more to look at with vegetation rather than just desert, though this game does bring more things that block bullets and movement but the more focused design works better here, and towards the end of the game the theme switches to medieval Europe.”
- “While the story is little more than a thin thread to string the action together, critics and players alike praised the scale of the environments, the nonstop action, and the sheer joy of mowing down waves of enemies with an ever-expanding arsenal.”
- “The story in Serious Sam: The Second Encounter is as usual as in The First Encounter, with something new in-between.”
- “The repetition of fighting wave after wave across large arenas may also wear thin for players who prefer more varied mission structures or deeper storytelling.”
- “Overall, story isn't too big of a deal in this game, but the story itself could have been somewhat better.”
- “As you can tell, the story is still just as convoluted as it was in the first game, although there's a lot more dialogue in comparison.”
music
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is widely praised for its dynamic, epic, and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances gameplay, with standout tracks especially in later levels like the grand cathedral. Many reviewers consider the music a major highlight, often describing it as one of the best video game soundtracks they've experienced, though a few found it less impressive. Overall, the soundtrack significantly elevates the game's immersive and engaging experience.
- “The soundtrack is dynamic, with themes that shift from calm exploration to pounding battle tracks as soon as enemies appear, creating a rhythm that perfectly mirrors the gameplay loop.”
- “The game music is truly one of the best I've ever experienced in video games.”
- “The soundtrack is also a worthy mention, it's much more engaging than what was heard in the prior release, with tracks that suit the new landscapes and also some heavy metal boss battle music.”
- “The soundtrack just doesn't do anything for me.”
- “Music too was the same, the music quality varied from poor to sub-par but this is understandable.”
- “The soundtrack isn't anything special.”
humor
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in Serious Sam is characterized by goofy, over-the-top, and classic one-liners that keep the tone lighthearted amidst chaotic, apocalyptic battles. Players appreciate its witty dialogue, funny secrets, and playful, nostalgic parody style that complements the fast-paced action. While some find the humor cheesy or forced at times, overall it remains a defining, enjoyable aspect that adds charm and replayability to the game.
- “Sam’s one-liners add a layer of humor that keeps the tone lighthearted despite the apocalyptic scale of the battles.”
- “While clearly a product of the Doom age and a parody of the pre-existing parody of Duke Nukem, the humor, countless secrets, and the pure over-the-top, arcadey spectacle of it all really makes it its own thing.”
- “Secrets are here in big numbers, for a level for example like 15 of them, pretty much all of them are useful and some are really funny.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is widely praised for its polished visuals, immersive medieval and varied locations, and engaging sound design. Players highlight a blend of humor, nonstop action, and nostalgic tone, complemented by fantastic music and vibrant, open environments. Overall, the game's atmosphere significantly enhances the experience compared to its predecessor.
- “The visuals are more polished and atmospheric compared to the first game.”
- “Incredible atmosphere, non-stop action, and pure nostalgia.”
- “The sounds of the enemies are really varied and add to the atmosphere of certain levels well.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Grinding in the game is somewhat tedious and can feel grindy, especially during long enemy waves and ambushes, but it is balanced by engaging new monsters and improved level design that reduce redundancy and keep the overall experience fun.
- “You'll need a second life, maybe some macros, and a will to live for grinding.”
- “Seriously tedious, but it's good for what it is!”
- “Many of the battles against enemy waves go on too long and become tedious, with hard to spot enemies cheaply placed around the map to ambush you.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers strong replayability through its level design featuring secrets, hidden paths, and power-ups, encouraging exploration and repeated play. Its engaging gameplay, community emphasis, and well-crafted environments have helped maintain its popularity over time. Overall, it is praised for delivering lasting enjoyment with a replay value rated around 8/10.
- “Still, the level design often mitigates this by offering secrets, hidden paths, and power-ups that encourage exploration and replayability.”
- “This emphasis on community and replay value helped the game maintain its popularity long after release and ensures it still has an audience today.”
- “Through the lush environments, funny dialogue, great weapon and enemy design, and overall great gameplay and replayability, this game stands out as a superb game, even by today's standards.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional experience is enhanced for players familiar with the classic version, as the HD edition brings a nostalgic yet refreshed feel that deepens their connection to the game.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers great performance with impressive visuals for its time, showcasing well-optimized graphics and smooth gameplay.
- “Great performance and impressive visuals for the time”