Serious Sam II

October 11, 2005 Croteam Take-Two Interactive, 2K Games
Shooter Indie
XBOX Linux PC
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The iconic Serious Sam brings his trademark relentless intensity to this bigger, bolder, more colorful sequel to the classic Serious Sam: First and Second Encounters! Tasked with rescuing the universe one bullet at a time against overwhelming hordes of time traveling enemies, Serious Sam must battle through thick jungles, murky swamps, frozen tundra, and futuristic cities to bring down Mental and his vile armies. Serious Sam 2 is a shot of adrenaline to the hearts of first-person shooter fans across the world. This is serious!
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Release Date October 11, 2005
Developer Croteam
Publisher Take-Two Interactive, 2K Games
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
Perspective First person, Third person
Themes Action, Science fiction, Comedy, Warfare
Serious Sam II

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