Serious Sam 3: BFE

Serious Sam 3: BFE is a first-person shooter by Croteam that serves as a prequel to Serious Sam: The First Encounter. Set in near-future Egypt during humanity's last stand against Mental’s alien legions, the game emphasizes relentless arcade-style action with no cover systems or downtime. Its standout feature is the ability to wield and switch between a vast arsenal of weapons, from a double-barreled shotgun to flaming cannonballs, ensuring non-stop chaos against waves of iconic enemies like the Headless Kamikaze and towering Khnum.

Mental’s Alien Legions

Face a diverse roster of enemy creatures, blending new threats like the Scrapjack with returning classics such as the Gnaar and Sirian Werebull. Encounters are designed to overwhelm, with swarms of enemies forcing players into constant movement and tactical weapon selection. The melee system adds brutal variety, allowing instant kills like ripping out a Gnaar’s eye or snapping an Arachnoid Hatchling’s neck.

Co-op and Versus Multiplayer Options

The game supports up to 16-player online co-op across 12 levels, with modes like Standard Co-Op and Beast Hunt. Versus multiplayer includes Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, and Team Survival. Local split-screen play for up to four players is also supported, complete with options for multiple keyboards and mice, ensuring flexibility for offline sessions.

Expansive Modding and Customization

Serious Sam 3 includes the Serious Editor 3.5, enabling players to create levels, mods, and textures, with Steam Workshop integration for sharing or downloading new content. The game also offers five difficulty levels, extensive graphics customization, and even quirky options like "hippie mode" for blood and gore control.