Heretic + Hexen
August 7, 2025
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84.1
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"Heretic + Hexen is aimed squarely at those nostalgic for the originals. Without that, most won’t stay hooked, though these classics still stand as genre-defining works now showing their age."
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90.0
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80.0
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70.0
"Overall, Heretic + Hexen is a highly valuable collection for a couple of types of players. First, those who experienced the original releases back in the day can now revisit these classics in a complete package on modern systems or …"
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78.0
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82.0
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65.0
"The Heretic + Hexen collection proves that 90s shooters still hold up remarkably well. While connecting with newer generations poses challenges, these titles demonstrate that classic FPS gameplay remains compelling and relevant. Nightdive Studios has successfully addressed fundamental issues while …"
Read original review"Heretic + Hexen is a beautiful collection. Both titles have been updated with modern controls, bonus content, and thoughtful changes to the core design that significantly improve and modernise the gameplay experience. It&s;s worth remembering, however, that we&s;re talking about …"
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95.0
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85.0
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60.0
"Heretic + Hexen is Another great remaster from Nightdive studio. Both titles feature QOL improvements and even new features like multiplayer or mod support, all of which help to make these experiences even better. These titles enjoy from improved controls, …"
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95.0
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92.0
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85.0
"Nightdive proves once again that a remaster can be more than just a graphical upgrade. It&s;s about preserving gaming history combined with modern playability. Heretic shines with sleek level design, fun puzzles, and exploratory gameplay, while Hexen remains an ambitious …"
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95.0
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85.0
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70.0
"Heretic + Hexen marks the grand return of two first-person fantasy classics, brought back to life by Nightdive Studios with impeccable and meticulous restoration work. Technical improvements, new campaigns and revised balancing enrich the experience without betraying the original spirit, …"
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75.0
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85.0
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40.0
"Heretic + Hexen is yet another successful restoration by the prolific developers at Nightdive Studios. This time around, two classic fantasy shooters from the 90s have been polished up. They are probably unknown to today&s;s audience, but they will make …"
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65.0
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80.0
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40.0
"In conclusion, Heretic + Hexen are games I missed the first time around. However, three decades later, thanks to Nightdive Studios thoughtful quality-of-life improvements and impressive new expansions, I can still enjoy titles that have held up remarkably well. With …"
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85.0
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85.0
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60.0
"The double remaster is now included in the Game Pass catalog, so if you have an active subscription to the service, I highly recommend giving it a try. This is the best way to explore both games if you missed …"
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88.0
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92.0
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78.0
"Thanks to Nightdive Studios, that ultra reliable bastion of remastering excellence, Heretic and Hexen have never, ever looked this good or played this well on console. Certainly then, Heretic + Hexen might just be Nightdive&s;s best remastering gig yet and …"
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75.0
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92.0
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30.0
"Even a CRT filter would do wonders for translating the visuals at a higher definition. But given that the previous best way to play this on a home console was to dig out a Nintendo 64 or put up with …"
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90.0
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85.0
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70.0
"This type of game design just doesn’t appeal to everyone, so while I can’t give this collection a perfect score, it is a must-buy for fans of old-school shooters."
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86.0
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91.0
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74.0
"This is an absolute treasure of video game preservation that not only shows great respect for the originals, but also presents ways to play these titles that make them even better than they already were."
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75.0
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80.0
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70.0
"Hexen and Heretic are a harder sell when compared to Doom and Quake, but they are still fun games worth checking out. They are different enough to feel novel even after 30 years, being less linear, medieval-themed, and even melee-focused, …"
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95.0
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98.0
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92.0
"Nightdive Studios surprises us with Heretic + Hexen, a remastered combo of Raven Software titles that allows us to enjoy two classics from the history of FPS games once again. We are talking about games that are still completely relevant …"
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88.0
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78.0
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62.0
"Now, if we can just get Nightdive to give us a remaster of the original Aliens Vs. Predator from 1999, I really will be set. Yes, I know that there is the Aliens Vs. Predator Classic 2000, but I want …"
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"There are shortcomings. Some date back as far as 30 years. Nevertheless, I believe this is a collection that should not be missing from the library of any fan of the genre. Many people got it for free from the …"
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65.0
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78.0
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"The Heretic + Hexen bundle offers a collection of classic first-person shooters with their authentic 90s style, enhanced by visual and audio improvements that bring more clarity and quality without compromising the core experience. It’s a great choice for retro …"
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"Heretic + Hexen brings back a revival of 30+ year old marvels that progressed the first-person shooter genre in the 90s and set the path for future FPS games. The additions of new online modes, direct access to mods, and …"
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"Heretic + Hexen is more than just a trip down memory lane; it&s;s a careful preservation of two cult classics that helped shape the fantasy FPS subgenre. The changes Nightdive made keep the original&s;s spirit while making it easier for …"
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88.0
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92.0
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"Heretic + Hexen is yet another slam dunk for Nightdive Studios. This new release revamps both titles with modern controls, bonus content, and thoughtful changes to the core design that make each game a delight to play. Granted, these are …"
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"Nightdive’s bundle brings both fantasy shooters back with care and plenty of content. You get the original campaigns, their expansions and two extra chapters, plus modern touches like save/load, waypoints, gyro aiming and accessibility options."
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92.0
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"While it may seem like just another rehashed product meant to cash in on nostalgia, Heretic + Hexen is the definitive way to fully appreciate two of the genre&s;s most important games. Welcomed accessibility and quality-of-life updates, which add value …"
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"Heretic + Hexen has a good long run time, and with the DLC added in, there is a lot of content that will keep you playing for a while."
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85.0
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"Heretic + Hexen revives the classic dark fantasy FPS, but offers little for those seeking innovation. Recommended for fans only."
Read original review"Enhanced for modern consoles and PC, Heretic + Hexen bundles together two first-person shooters that still manage to feel somewhat unique three decades after their original release. These truly are the definitive versions of these games, with Nightdive Studios even …"
Read original review""A legendary revival of a classic" Heretic + Hexen isn&s;t just a remaster, but a thoughtful return that respects the original and adds improvements that make the experience suitable for a new generation of gamers. While it may not be …"
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88.0
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96.0
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"For modern retrogaming fans, Nightdive Studios has become a hallmark of quality. Their recent release of Heretic + Hexen confirms their talent in reviving classic gems. This bundle offers optimized versions of two foundational FPS titles, enhanced with smart improvements …"
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"But if you have any nostalgic love for the original games, then please pick this collection up for yourself, and for the sake of future Nightdive remaster projects."
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78.0
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"The Heretic + Hexen do a good job of paying tribute to the originals while also making important changes to the quality of life and the gameplay. The new maps and guns make the game more exciting without taking away …"
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