Serious Sam Video Game Series
Created by Croatian studio Croteam, a series of first-person shooters (FPS) with the character of commando Sam "Serious" Stone in the title role. The brand is sometimes considered direct competition to such productions as Doom, Quake or Duke Nukem.
Genesis of the series Serious Sam is connected with the creation of the Serious Engine. Developers from Croteam intended to test the capabilities of the proprietary technology, which allows real-time rendering of 3D with an expansive view and numerous characters displayed simultaneously, creating a simple FPS. Released in 2001, the game Serious Sam: The First Encounter was surprisingly well-received among PC gamers, resulting in a sequel in the following years - Serious Sam: The Second Encounter. Serious Sam: The Second Encounter (2002) and two spin-offs: Serious Sam: The Next Encounter (2003) i Serious Sam Advance (2004). Work on the second generation of Serious Engine encouraged the developers to create Serious Sam II. Released in 2005, the game was released for PCs and the Xbox console. The next milestone in the development of the brand turned out to be the Serious Engine III, on the basis of which were created remastered versions of the first two installments of the series - Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter (2009) i Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter (2010), as well as the full-fledged third installment of Sam Stone's adventures - Serious Sam. Serious Sam 3: BFE (2011). At the same time, the Croteam team teamed up with independent studios, which translated into the creation of four side-scrolls: platformers Serious Sam Double D (2011) and Serious Sam: Kamikaze Attack! (2011), jRPG Serious Sam: The Random Encounter (2011) and the top-down shooter Serious Sam: The Greek Encounter (2012). The following years were full of refreshed versions of older titles (including those using VR), ported to more and more new platforms, more spin-offs and omnibus editions of the most popular parts. For the next full-fledged installment, gamers had to wait until 2020, when the release of Serious Sam 4 in the PC version (console editions premiered a year later), being a prequel to the third part. The year 2021, in turn, resulted in yet another side-scrolling installment, Serious Sam: Tormental, maintained in the roguelike formula.
The axis of the plot of the series is the struggle against extraterrestrial forces led by the demigod of destruction, Mental. The player takes on the role of Sam "Serious" Stone, a commando traversing time and space to stop the intruders seeking to destroy humanity. The story in the series has never played a key role and rather acted as an excuse to sow destruction among enemies.
The dynamic gameplay of the series' mainstream games was kept in the style of classic FPSs. The player's task is to tear through sprawling levels full of enemies. In doing so, the hero can use a sizable arsenal of futuristic weapons. Individual locations often contain several arenas, where there is a multiple respawn of opponents. Single-player play is generally complemented by an extensive multiplayer mode with options for cooperation and competition.
The series is distinguished by a peculiar, not very sophisticated sense of humor, which translates primarily into grotesque models of enemies, jokes of the main character and details of the environment referring to the phenomena of mass culture.
Serious Sam Series Evolution
2022
Serious Sam: Tormental
2020
Serious Sam 4
2019
Serious Sam Classics: Revolution
2017
Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE
2017
Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope
2017
Serious Sam's Bogus Detour
2017
Serious Sam VR: The Second Encounter
2017
Serious Sam VR: The First Encounter
2011
Serious Sam 3: BFE
2011
Serious Sam: The Random Encounter
2011
Serious Sam Double D
2010
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter
2009
Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter
2006
Serious Sam: Zlota Edycja
2005
Serious Sam 2
2004
Serious Sam Advance
2004
Serious Sam: Next Encounter
2002
Serious Sam: The Second Encounter
2001
Serious Sam: The First Encounter
Serious Sam: Tormental
Action
April 8, 2022
A shooter game with roguelike elements, Tormental is a spin-off to Serious Sam. The players traverse locations generated within the mind of a demigod of destruction - Mental, in an attempt to survive the confrontation with prevailing enemy forces.
Serious Sam 4
Action
September 24, 2020
Another major installment in the series of brutal and bloody shooters developed by the Croatian Croteam studio. The story of this part is set before the events of the third installment, in which Sam had to face the forces of the main antagonist - Mental in a futuristic, virtual version of ancient Egypt. Mental's goal was, obviously, to take over the Earth. However, the story in this new installment seems to be a bit more mature. In terms of gameplay, Serious Sam 4 remains faithful to the core mechanics of the series - the player once again eliminates entire hordes of enemies using a wide array of diversified weapons. What has changed however, is the approach to the players, who are now given significantly more freedom and huge open maps where even more dark creatures await them. When it comes to technology, the game is powered by Serious Engine 4, the improved version of the original, accompanied by motion capture and photogrammetry technologies.
- Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem January 25, 2022
Serious Sam Classics: Revolution
Action
August 30, 2019
Pack of shooters consisting of the original versions of Serious Sam: The First Encounter and Serious Sam: The Second Encounter. Compared to the original Serious Sam Classics: Revolution stands out mainly due to its new levels, enemies, weapons, and game modes.
Serious Sam 3 VR: BFE
Action
November 9, 2017
A special version of Serious Sam 3: BFE, developed for virtual reality goggles and dedicated motion controllers. The players once again assume the role of the titular hero and face hordes of smaller and larger monsters. The main objective of the game is to stop the evil Mental from taking over the world.
Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope
Action
September 20, 2017
A side installment of the series of dynamic and very brutal FPP shooters developed by CroTeam. This installment was created exclusively for virtual reality sets. Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope shows the beginnings of the great war with the forces of series’ main antagonist Mental, who wants to break the resistance of nations by destroying ancient temples and other places of cult. During the game, players assume the role of Sam Stone who uses a star cruiser to travel between the planets attacked by the enemy and who then faces hordes of monsters. Gameplay mechanics of the title are similar as in full-fledged installments of the series. The game focuses on dynamic action and brutal elimination of enemies. Monsters from previous installments and some new ones appear in the title and each level ends with a challenging boss fight. Between the missions one can upgrade armor and equip the protagonist with various power-ups.
Serious Sam's Bogus Detour
Action
June 20, 2017
Serious Sam's Bogus Detour is a spin-off of the Serious Sam series developed by Crackshell in cooperation with Croteam. Once again we play as the fearless Sam who has to face hordes of enemies. Gameplay is based on the series' classic scheme. We fight with numerous enemies and use against them guns like pistols, machine rifles, swivel guns, and flamethrowers. The more monsters we slay, the more experience points we get to level up and progress our hero. Unlike in the 'big' Serious Sam games, action in Bogus Detour is presented from a top-down perspective. The game offers a campaign that can be played alone or with up to three more players. Additionally, Bogus Detour offers a twelve player Survival Mode, Deathmatch and Team Deathmatch. The game features simple, old school visuals.
Serious Sam VR: The Second Encounter
Action
April 4, 2017
A special version of Serious Sam: The Second Encounter, designed for virtual reality sets. In addition to the single player campaign, the Croteam studio has a number of multiplayer modes based on competition or cooperation.
Serious Sam VR: The First Encounter
Action
March 30, 2017
A new edition of Serious Sam: The First Encounter developed by Croteam for VR device users. The players assume the role of the titular character, who is transported to ancient Egypt using a special time machine. His mission is to change the course of history, and eliminate Tah-Uma – the last of the immortals who travel across the galaxy and destroy encountered civilizations. Serious Sam VR: The First Encounter is built from fifteen extensive missions, pitting the player against enemy hordes, and allowing him to search for secrets. Our adversaries include cannon fodder, as well as more advanced opponents, including bosses. Fortunately, our hero is not unarmed, and makes use of ten varied weapons, including a classic Colt revolver, a shotgun, a chainsaw, or a portable cannon. Before the game begins, we can choose whether we want to move around the levels fluently, or employ a special teleportation system. Additionally, we can use dedicated motion controllers for aiming. Aside from the story campaign, the game offers various multiplayer modes, based on cooperation, as well as on competition.
Serious Sam 3: BFE
Action
November 22, 2011
Third installment of Croteam studio's series of crazy and humorous adventures of commando Sam "Serious" Stone, who traditionally fights hosts of aliens, demons and other strange beasts. In terms of the plot, Serious Sam 3: BFE is a prequel to the entire series, and our hero here once again faces the Tah-Um known from earlier parts and his numerous army of demons. The story takes place against the backdrop of ruined ancient temples and cities of futuristic Egypt.
Serious Sam: The Random Encounter
RPG
October 24, 2011
Serious Sam: The Random Encounter is a jRPG game created by Vlambeer studio. The plot was set in the universe of the Serious Sam series. The player directs the actions of the title character and his two faithful companions, who have to face hordes of monsters. The production is maintained in the style of games from the era of 8- and 16-bit computers.
Serious Sam Double D
Arcade
August 30, 2011
An independent game set in the world of Serious Sam. As we travel through various locations, we encounter a number of absurd enemies on our way and eliminate them using various types of weapons combined with each other.
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter
Action
April 28, 2010
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter is the second installment of the first person's perspective shootout, which was refreshed by Croteam studio. This time the title character, who travels in time and space, has to face monsters from South America, Babylon and medieval Europe. The game is based on the extermination of hundreds of monsters. Compared to the original version released in 2002, the remastered version has a much better graphic design, thanks to the use of the Sam Engine 3 engine.
Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter
Action
November 24, 2009
Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter is a remastered version of the popular FPP shooter, prepared by Croteam development studio. Players take on the role of Sam "Seriousa" Stone, a special forces soldier who is sent into the past to prevent the evil that could destroy humanity. The creators decided to remain in line with the plot and basic gameplay mechanisms of the original game published in 2001, however, changing the visual setting of the game and adapting it to more modern standards.
Serious Sam: Zlota Edycja
Action
May 19, 2006
A set of two games included in the Collection of Classics of Cenega Poland. Buyers of this product actually receive two games: Serious Sam: First Strip and Serious Sam: Second Strip.
Serious Sam 2
Action
October 11, 2005
Official continuation of the famous 2001 and 2002 shooters, in which the action was observed from the perspective of the first person. In many ways this title resembles such productions as Will Rock, Quake II or Halo.
Serious Sam: Next Encounter
Action
April 12, 2004
Serious Sam: Next Encounter in a straight line continues one of the most colorful, de-pinked, yet incredibly playable positions. The publisher of this item is Global Star Software.
Serious Sam Advance
Action
April 12, 2004
Serious Sam Advance is another attempt to jump over the "FPP on GameBoy Advance". The game's producer is Climax, a company responsible for GBA positions such as ATV Quad Power Racing and Disney's Lilo & Stitch 2.
Serious Sam
Action
November 10, 2002
Console version of one of the most crazy PeCet shooters. We play the title character Sam and set off to fight against a mighty being known as Tah-Um. The game also has an extensive multiplayer.
Serious Sam: The Second Encounter
Action
January 25, 2002
Sequel action/FPS game Serious Sam: The First Encounter. Players take on the role of the muscular commander "Sam Stone" and follow the story which is a close continuation of the plot of the previous part.
Serious Sam: The First Encounter
Action
March 22, 2001
Serious Sam: The First Encounter is a crazy first person view shooter produced by Croteam's Croatian studio. The main hero of the game is a soldier of special units, who thanks to the technology called Timelock has a chance to move into the times of ancient Egypt and kill evil, which in the future may destroy all mankind.
Serious Sam Series News
Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem Expansion in First Reviews
Yesterday marked the release of Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem debuted - a standalone expansion for the fourth installment of the series. First reviews have appeared in the web and they are mostly positive.
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Dawid Wanat
January 26, 2022
Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem - First 10 Minutes of Gameplay
The gameplay showing the first ten minutes of Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem is now online. The footage shows the very beginning of the campaign.
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Adrian Werner
January 24, 2022
Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem with a Trailer and the Release Date
Devolver Digital has published a trailer of a new Serious Sam game subtitled Siberian Mayhem. We also know the release date - January 25, 2022.
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Michal Ciezadlik
January 10, 2022
New Serious Sam to Be Announced and Launched This Month
Devolver Digital has revealed that it will announce a new Serious Sam game next week. What's more, the game is expected to be released later this month.
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Adrian Werner
January 8, 2022
Serious Sam Devs Acquired by Devolver Digital
Croteam, the creators of the Serious Sam series, was bought by Devolver Digital. The plans are not only to further develop the popular shooter series, but also to release The Talos Principle 2.
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Bart Woldanski
October 21, 2020
First Reviews: Serious Sam 4 - Good Shooter With Issues
Yesterday the FPS Serious Sam 4 made its debut on PC. Reviews show that the title is a nice piece of work, but a bit too monotonous and lacking technical polish.
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Bart Swiatek
September 25, 2020
Serious Sam 4 Launches Today; First 45 Minutes on New Gameplay
Serious Sam 4, the new installment of Croteam's FPS series debuts on the market today. For now, it will be available toy PC owners and users of Google Stadia.
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Adrian Werner
September 24, 2020
New Video From Serious Sam 4 Going Live Today
The creators of Serious Sam 4 informed that new material from the game will appear today. We weren't told what to expect, but it will probably be another gameplay and maybe a release date.
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Paul Wozniak
May 20, 2020