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Hexen: Beyond Heretic
Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 (originally 1995) |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Raven Software |
| Publisher | GT Interactive Software |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Heretic |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Developed by Raven Software and published by GT Interactive Software, Hexen: Beyond Heretic arrived on the PlayStation in 1997 as a shooter. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Hexen. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1995.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Duke Nukem 3D.
It is part of the Heretic series. Raven Software also made Star Trek: Voyager – Elite Force for the PS1.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Hexen: Beyond Heretic is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Hexen: Beyond Heretic cheats & codes
16 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D00C8818
???? |
|---|---|
| Infinite Mana Y | 800E81C4
C800 |
| Infinite Mana Z | 800E81C8
C800 |
| Developer Cheat Menu | 300C7E88
0001 |
| High Armor Class | 800E8082
01E0 |
| Infinite Armor | 800E8076
0064 |
Hexen: Beyond Heretic walkthroughs & guides
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Hexen: Beyond Heretic FAQ
When did Hexen: Beyond Heretic come out on the PS1?
Hexen: Beyond Heretic was released for the PlayStation in 1997; the original game dates back to 1995.
Who made Hexen: Beyond Heretic?
It was developed by Raven Software and published by GT Interactive Software.
Is Hexen: Beyond Heretic multiplayer?
No. Hexen: Beyond Heretic is a single-player game.
How long does Hexen: Beyond Heretic take to play?
As a shooter, Hexen: Beyond Heretic typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Hexen: Beyond Heretic on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.