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Free upgrades offered to previous owners.

id Software, working with Nightdive Studios, just re-released Heretic + Hexen. Yep, it's a two-for-one special here with today's re-release, which includes improved performance for modern platforms, an enhanced soundtrack from Andrew Hulshult, cross-platform and local split-screen deathmatch, co-op, in-game mod support, and more.

Those who already own Heretic or Hexen already will get free upgrades to the new versions. Plus,...

John Romero is about to make Unreal Engine 5 his-- oh, who are we kidding.

As one of the key figures behind such standout franchises like Doom, Quake, Heretic, and er... Daikatana, John Romero is no stranger to the gaming industry. The last game he worked on, Empire of Sin, came out back in 2020 to some rather tepid reviews. Some bad reviews don't keep a good Romero down (again, Daikatana says hello), which is why Romero is looking to create a new first-person shooter.

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