Serious Sam's Bogus Detour (2017)

Serious Sam's Bogus Detour, a surprisingly expansive entry in the legendary Serious Sam saga from Hammerwatch developer Crackshell, delivers classic frantic action across stunning Mediterranean landscapes, treacherous biological weapon labs, and even high-tech moon bases. Embrace your inner one-man wrecking crew as you blast through hordes of enemies, or team up with up to three friends online for unparalleled cooperative chaos. Beyond the robust campaign, engage in the chaotic Survival and Versus modes, or unleash your creativity with the included game editor to craft your own mods, modes, and even total conversions. This is the biggest little Serious Sam game ever made, offering a wealth of content for both solo adventurers and multiplayer mayhem. While developed by Crackshell, Serious Sam's Bogus Detour deserves its place among Croteam's best for several key reasons. It masterfully captures the core DNA of the Serious Sam franchise: relentless enemy waves, over-the-top weaponry, and a satisfyingly chaotic combat loop that Croteam pioneered. Furthermore, the game's extensive modding support, a hallmark of the Serious Sam series, directly reflects Croteam's dedication to player freedom and community-driven content, which has always been a significant part of their game design philosophy. The inclusion of multiple engaging modes like Versus and Survival, alongside a well-realized campaign, showcases a breadth of gameplay that aligns with Croteam's consistent output of feature-rich experiences.