Serious Sam: The Random Encounter

October 24, 2011 Croteam, Vlambeer Devolver Digital
Shooter Puzzle Role-playing (RPG) Indie
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The legendary Serious Sam reloads and rearms in an explosive, turn-based RPG developed by indie developer Vlambeer (Super Crate Box, Ridiculous Fishing). Serious Sam: The Random Encounter follows Sam and his band of oddball mercenaries as they battle across a pixilated world teeming chaotic battles, hordes of bizarre creatures, and mysterious secrets. Choose your weapons and take aim at the most random Serious Sam adventure yet!
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Release Date October 24, 2011
Developer Croteam, Vlambeer
Publisher Devolver Digital
Game Modes Single player
Themes Action, Science fiction, Comedy
Serious Sam: The Random Encounter

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