Shooter · 1994
Heretic
Three brothers, known as the Serpent Riders, have used their powerful magic to possess seven kings of Parthoris into mindless puppets and corrupt their armies. The Sidhe elves resist the Serpent Riders' magic. The Serpent Riders thus declared the Sidhe as heretics and waged war against them. The Sidhe are forced to…
Key facts
- Released
- 23 December 1994
- Genre
- Shooter
- Length
- ≈ 8 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo · Co-op · Multiplayer
- Platforms
- PC
- Studio
- Raven Software
- Publisher
- id Software
Where to buy
Why play it
- A 1994 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
- ≈ 8h to see the end
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Heretic?
Expect about 8 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Heretic with friends?
Yes: Heretic can be played solo, in co-op and in competitive multiplayer.
What platforms is Heretic on?
Heretic is available on PC.
What games are like Heretic?
In the same spirit: Heretic: Shadow of the Serpent Riders, Hexen II and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.



