Bethesda and Nightdive Studios announced a re-release of a cult-classic shooter games Heretic and Hexen. Definitive re-release edition breaks into the modern gaming age, launching on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, in addition to PC platforms and Game Pass (subscription required). How long to wait for it? Heretic + Hexen in already available on all named platforms.
The remastered edition includes old-good classic, but that’s not all. Two new episodes are expanding the original world beyond its old limits.
Heretic + Hexen includes:
- Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders
- Hexen: Beyond Heretic
- Hexen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel
- Heretic: Faith Renewed (New)
- Hexen: Vestiges of Grandeur (New)
However, this remasters goes beyond nostalgia. The technical and visual side was brought to the new level for players to enjoy the games across all platforms.
Main additions and changes:
- 16-player cross-platform mayhem (Co-op & Deathmatch)
- Two all-new episodes expanding the grim saga
- Built-in mod support for community creations
- 4K/120FPS visuals with optional retro filters
- Twelve new translations have also been added
- New accessibility features
For the existing owners of these games, Bethesda also brought great news:
Existing owners of the digital versions of Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders, Hexen: Beyond Heretic and/or Hexen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel on Steam, the Windows Store/Xbox Windows app and Good Old Games receive a free upgrade to the new combined Heretic + Hexen and can still access their previously owned versions on those platforms.
For mode details, check out the FAQ section of the official site, that includes detailed guides and explanations about updates, modding and much more.