Hexen for the Nintendo 64 is a classic dark fantasy first-person shooter released in 1997. Originally developed by Raven Software, it drops you into a bleak, interconnected world where you must choose between three distinct character classes: the Fighter, the Cleric, or the Mage. Unlike traditional linear shooters of its era, Hexen features complex, hub-based level design that requires you to travel back and forth between maps to solve environmental puzzles while battling demonic hordes.
How to play
Your primary objective is to traverse the labyrinthine hubs, find hidden switches, and ultimately defeat the dark rider Korax. Using default Nintendo 64 controls, you move with the analog stick and use the D-pad or C-buttons for strafing, with the Z-trigger to attack. Master your class-specific weapons and carefully manage your mana to survive.
Tips
– Pick a class that suits you: The Fighter is devastating up close but lacks ranged attacks early on. The Mage has powerful spells but is physically weak, while the Cleric offers a balanced mix of both.
– Track your switches: Because progress requires backtracking across different levels within a single hub, paying close attention to on-screen messages (such as “A door opened on the Seven Portals”) is critical so you know where to go next.
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