Serious Sam: Shatterverse reframes the franchise as a roguelite multiplayer FPS
Summary
Devolver Digital and Behaviour Interactive announced Serious Sam: Shatterverse for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
The game is a roguelite multiplayer FPS for up to 5 players, a significant departure from the series' classic singleplayer campaigns
Notably developed by Behaviour Interactive (Dead by Daylight) rather than franchise creator Croteam
No release date confirmed, but expected to launch in 2026
"Our main goal was to respect Serious Sam's rich legacy while presenting it in a fresh, contemporary way unlike anything seen before in the series."
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New format - roguelite runs replace traditional campaigns
Up to 5 players each play as a different dimensional variant of Sam Stone
Runs take place across procedurally shifted, hand-crafted arenas in unexplored worlds
Unstable anomalies and hidden portals can either supercharge a run or end it instantly
Death is not the end - each run unlocks new strategies and permanent character upgrades
Five boss lieutenants of villain Uber Mental serve as key progression targets
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Core gameplay - classic Serious Sam DNA with modern twists
Retains the series' signature wide-open arenas, massive enemy waves, and oversized arsenal
Mix of iconic classic weapons and new additions designed for arena clearing at scale
Run modifiers and unlockable boons reshape gameplay across sessions
Original voice actor John J. Dick returns as Serious Sam
Visual style includes familiar Ancient Egypt settings carried over from the original game
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Developer context - Behaviour steps in as Croteam steps back
Croteam, the original Serious Sam developer, is not involved in Shatterverse
Behaviour Interactive, known primarily for Dead by Daylight, is leading development
"It's very exciting to see another talented team step in and create something bold, fresh and different within the universe we cherished for so long."
The handoff signals Devolver Digital is willing to expand the IP beyond its origin studio
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What's next - release window and availability
No specific release date announced at the Xbox showcase reveal
Expected to launch in 2026 across PS5, Xbox Series, and PC (Steam and Microsoft Store)
Game is currently available for wishlisting on Steam
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