- August 30, 2019
- Croteam
- 10h median play time
Serious Sam: The First Encounter
This solid first-person shooter plays like Timesplitters' loopy cousin. You are Serious Sam Stone, a bull-necked bodybuilder type whose broad shoulders bear the fate of the world. They also bear a large amount of guns, bullets, and knives as you travel through time looking for the only artifact that
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"Serious Sam: The First Encounter" is a first-person shooter game where players fight through hordes of alien enemies with a variety of weapons. The game is set in ancient Egypt and features non-stop action and massive enemies. Players must rely on their skills and weaponry to survive and advance through the levels.











- Fast-paced, chaotic gameplay with a wide variety of weapons and enemies.
- Nostalgic experience that captures the essence of classic FPS games.
- Humorous one-liners and a fun, over-the-top atmosphere.
- Repetitive gameplay with similar enemy encounters throughout the game.
- Some frustrating enemy placements and difficulty spikes, especially in later levels.
- Graphics and level design feel dated and can be bland at times.
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220 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe graphics of the game are generally praised for their beauty and impressive lighting, especially considering the game's age, with many reviewers noting that they still hold up well today. While some acknowledge that the visuals are dated, they appreciate the aesthetic charm and level design, making it a nostalgic experience for fans of classic shooters. For those seeking enhanced visuals, the HD version is recommended, offering significant graphical improvements.
“Still, great fun, and a really strong first entry too with some honestly beautiful graphics.”
“The graphics are amazing for its time.”
“It's an FPS game that delivers with great humor and an interesting storyline that complements the game's aesthetically pleasing graphic designs of ancient Egyptian and Mesopotamian obelisks, pyramids, and statues.”
“The graphics are indeed dated and trying to get across a wide space can get a little tedious at times, but these issues in my opinion don't hurt the overall experience.”
“The graphics show their age, but the gameplay is still solid and nostalgic.”
“The UI of the classic version is also pretty rough, with most of the graphical assets blown up and stretched out like a bad 2000s meme.”
Serious Sam
This solid first-person shooter plays like Timesplitters' loopy cousin. You are Serious Sam Stone, a bull-necked bodybuilder type whose broad shoulders bear the fate of the world. They also bear a large amount of guns, bullets, and knives as you travel through time looking for the only artifact that
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