Games like Hexen: Beyond Heretic on Xbox
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Hexen: Beyond Heretic (1995) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Heretic + Hexen at € 14,99. 2 are made by independent developers.
Xbox has the strongest backwards-compatibility programme of any console, so a large number of original Xbox and Xbox 360 games run natively on current hardware. Add Game Pass and the steady stream of retro-styled indies and the coverage is broad.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
Amid Evil Indie
€ 19,99A fantasy boomer shooter with magical weapons and surreal worlds.
Amid Evil is also an alternative to 1 other classic
Amid Evil runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
WRATH: Aeon of Ruin Indie
€ 24,99A dark-fantasy shooter built on the Quake engine by 3D Realms and Slipgate.
WRATH: Aeon of Ruin is also an alternative to 2 other classics
WRATH: Aeon of Ruin runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Heretic + Hexen
€ 14,99Nightdive's official re-release of both games with new episodes, online co-op and modern controls.
Heretic + Hexen runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on Xbox
These alternatives to Hexen: Beyond Heretic are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 4 games like Hexen: Beyond Heretic