Serious Sam 4 is a first-person shooter developed by Croteam and published by Devolver Digital. Released in 2020, it serves as a prequel to Serious Sam 3: BFE. The game focuses on chaotic, large-scale combat against massive waves of enemies in open environments, with a fast-paced, old-school gameplay style reminiscent of classic FPS titles.
Combat: Intense horde-based shooting with dozens to hundreds of enemies on screen. Weapons: Classic arsenal (shotguns, minigun, rocket launcher) plus gadgets like black hole grenades and time warp devices.
Enemies: Includes returning foes like Kamikazes and Kleers, plus new alien types.
Legion System: Croteam’s tech allows tens of thousands of enemies to appear simultaneously in scripted events. Level Design: Large, open levels with optional side missions and hidden secrets.
The game takes place during Earth’s invasion by the alien overlord Mental. Sam “Serious” Stone leads a resistance force across Europe to locate the Holy Grail, a powerful alien artifact that could stop the invasion. The tone mixes sci-fi and mythology with satirical, over-the-top dialogue.
Sam Stone: Wisecracking protagonist and EDF commando.
Supporting Cast: Includes fellow soldiers like Rodriguez and Jones, plus allies like Father Mikhail and Dr. Brand.
Mental: The unseen antagonist commanding the alien forces.
Upgrades: Unlock skills like dual wielding and enhanced melee attacks.
Vehicles: Drive popemobiles, combine harvesters, and even mechs.
Side Missions: Optional objectives that offer rewards and story expansion.
