The iconic Heretic and Hexen are back: Nightdive Studios unveiled remasters of legendary shooters

By: Russell Thompson | 08.08.2025, 14:21

Doom with staffs and spells returns in 4K. Source: Bethesda

The iconic 90s shooters Heretic and Hexen, based on the Doom engine and emblematic of dark fantasy, have made a sudden and welcome return in the form of remasters from Nightdive Studios.

Released in collaboration with id Software and Bethesda, the updated versions of the games offer players a nostalgic, yet completely new experience: improved graphics in resolutions up to 4K, reworked sound, a modern control system, and gamepad and achievement support. All of this is within Nightdive's proprietary KEX Engine technology.

What's new in the remasters:

4K and 120 FPS support
Full compatibility with modern OS and gamepads (Steam Controller is not supported)
Improved textures, lighting and interface
All original campaigns and add-ons included
Online and local co-op

Heretic and Hexen were among the first games to mix magic and dark fantasy with first-person shooter mechanics. Now new and old players alike have the chance to relive those adventures all over again - on modern platforms.

Remastered is available now on Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, and on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.

Important Note: If you already own the digital versions of Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders, Hexen: Beyond Heretic and/or Hexen: Deathkings of the Dark Citadel on Steam, Microsoft Store / Xbox for Windows or on GOG, you will automatically receive a free upgrade to the enhanced Heretic + Hexen collection. Your original versions will remain available for download on the same platforms.

Source: Bethesda

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