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I first played Hexen on the Nintendo 64 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 alternative to the platform's brighter adventures. The game felt like a direct continuation of the Doom engine style, but with a distinct medieval fantasy twist 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 magic. Your goal is to stop the second coming of a serpent demon lord by navigating a series of interconnected, puzzle-heavy hubs. The gameplay is built on methodical, screen-by-screen exploration of dungeons and castles, where you hunt for colored keys and manipulate switches to progress. Combat involves swinging a sword or firing projectiles, but the real challenge lies in figuring out the environmental logic, as the game rarely holds your hand. The pacing is deliberate, often demanding backtracking and careful observation. Playing Hexen feels like being an archaeologist in a dangerous, forgotten world, piecing together its secrets one room at a time.