The WhatsNext verdict
If you want fast, overwhelming arcade FPS combat and chaotic co-op against huge enemy hordes, The Second Encounter delivers exactly that. Players seeking refined platforming, sophisticated storytelling, or carefully varied solo pacing may find its interruptions and repetition frustrating.
What it does best
Relentless speed and flow
Makes you feel unstoppable
Chaotic fun with friends
What might put you off
Jumping puzzles and traversal gimmicks
Solo difficulty and repetition
The setup
What you are walking into
Serious Sam: The Second Encounter, the highly anticipated arcade action FPS sequel to the Serious Sam: The First Encounter, is a high-adrenaline arcade-action shooter heavily focused on frantic arcade-style single player action. In a world where cyberpunk meets fantasy-fiction and advanced technology is mixed with black magic and psycho-powers, Sam travels through the three beautiful worlds, confronting countless Mental's minions on his way to the Mental's base.
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