Play Hexen (f) Online

I first played Hexen on the Nintendo 64 back in 1997, a port of the PC game developed by Raven Software. It arrived during a time when the N64 library was still growing, offering a darker, more complex first person experience compared to many of its contemporaries. The game felt like a direct successor to Doom, but with a distinct fantasy setting that set it apart.

You choose one of three characters: a Fighter, a Cleric, or a Mage, each with a unique set of weapons and abilities. Your goal is to stop the second coming of a dark god named Korax by navigating a series of interconnected, puzzle heavy hubs. The gameplay is built on methodical, screen by screen exploration; you push walls, find colored keys, and activate switches to unlock new areas. Combat is a mix of melee strikes with a sword or mace and projectile attacks from a distance, all while managing a limited inventory of artifacts for healing or temporary power ups. The pacing is deliberate, often demanding careful observation to solve environmental puzzles, and the difficulty can be unforgiving if you rush. Playing Hexen feels like being an archaeologist in a cursed temple, where every corner turned could reveal a secret passage or a deadly ambush.