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Serious Sam 3: BFE
Serious Sam 3: BFEClassic over‑the‑top shooter revives Sam's chaotic origins.
Serious Sam 3: Jewel of the Nile
Serious Sam 3: Jewel of the NileBattle ancient hordes in the Temple of Isis on Philae Island
Overview
Description

Serious Sam 3: BFE returns to the series' roots with relentless, fast‑paced action set in a retro‑styled sci‑fi universe. Players blast through hordes of enemies across diverse locations while enjoying tongue‑in‑cheek humor and explosive set‑pieces. The game supports both solo and cooperative play, offering split‑screen modes and online multiplayer across PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. Its blend of shooter mechanics, puzzle moments, and comedic storytelling makes it a unique entry in the indie action genre.

Serious Sam 3: Jewel of the Nile drops players into the mysterious Temple of Isis, where a monstrous guardian awaits. Set amid the events of Serious Sam 3: BFE, Sam and his team fight through three new campaign missions against relentless Mental forces. The game offers both single‑player and split‑screen co‑op modes, letting friends join the chaotic action on PC, Mac, Linux, or Xbox 360. Its fast‑paced shooter mechanics and retro‑style graphics deliver classic indie action for modern platforms.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of classic arena shooters
Fans of classic fast‑paced shooters
Specifications
General
msrp
$39.99
$19.99−50%
release date
2011-11-22
2012-10-16
Specifications
developer
Croteam
Croteam
publisher
Devolver Digital
Devolver Digital
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 18
ESRB M
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
critic score
71/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Relentless, satisfying gunplay.
  • Robust co‑op and split‑screen options.
  • Wide weapon selection and upgrades.
  • Humorous, self‑aware storytelling.
  • Intense, fast‑paced shooter action
  • Three fresh missions add new story content
  • Split‑screen co‑op works flawlessly on all platforms
  • Retro graphics appeal to classic FPS fans
Cons
  • Graphics feel dated compared to modern titles.
  • Some puzzles can feel repetitive.
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be inconsistent.
  • Limited to split‑screen for co‑op, no online multiplayer
  • Story is brief compared to full‑length releases
  • Difficulty spikes can be frustrating for newcomers
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