Serious Sam: Shatterverse, developed by Behaviour Interactive and published by Devolver Digital, is now available on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, introducing co-op roguelite action to the franchise with a launch discount
Serious Sam: Shatterverse has officially launched on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, marking a new direction for the long-running shooter series. Developed by Behaviour Interactive, best known for Dead By Daylight, and published by Devolver Digital, the game is available now for £19.99/$19.99, with a 10% discount during its launch week. The release coincides with a broader Serious Sam franchise sale on Steam, offering players an opportunity to revisit or discover earlier entries at reduced prices.
Gameplay and Features
Shatterverse introduces a blend of classic Serious Sam gunplay with modern roguelite and cooperative elements. Up to five players can join forces online, tackling procedurally shifting universes and stacking boons to enhance their runs. The game features a mix of returning weapons and new additions, with combat focused on large-scale enemy encounters, fast movement and the series' trademark chaotic energy. Players can choose to play solo or team up with alternate versions of Sam from across the multiverse, facing off against Mental's five lieutenants in arenas that combine hand-crafted design with procedural variation.
Each run presents unstable anomalies, hidden portals and high-risk opportunities that can either supercharge progress or abruptly end a session. Progression is persistent, with unlockable modifiers and upgrades expanding the range of available strategies. Enemy variety includes both familiar foes from previous Serious Sam titles and new monsters under Mental's control, all designed to challenge players' reflexes and adaptability.
Release Details and Technical Context
The game is available digitally on Steam, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, with no mention of a physical edition at launch. The standard price is set at £19.99/$19.99, and the 10% launch discount applies across all platforms for a limited period. The official launch trailer, which showcases gameplay footage, is available on YouTube, providing a first look at the game's visual style, enemy density and cooperative mechanics. While the trailer demonstrates in-game action, it does not confirm final performance metrics or platform-specific features such as frame-rate targets or resolution modes.
Shatterverse's release follows a period of community engagement, with Behaviour Interactive citing player feedback as a key influence on the game's design. The studio's previous experience with live-service and multiplayer titles is evident in the game's structure, though there is no indication that Shatterverse will adopt a live-service model or ongoing seasonal content at launch. For players interested in recent updates to other games, Rice Games recently introduced new Steam Achievements and leaderboard features for Shujinkou, as detailed in this coverage of Shujinkou's latest DLC.
What Remains Unconfirmed
At launch, several technical and gameplay details remain unverified. There is currently no published information on file size, minimum or recommended PC specifications, or whether the game supports cross-play between platforms. The extent of accessibility options, such as remappable controls or subtitle customisation, has not been detailed. It is also unclear whether future updates will introduce additional content, modes or live-service elements, or if the current release represents a complete package as described by the developer.
While the launch trailer provides a sense of the game's pace and scale, independent performance analysis and player reviews will be necessary to assess stability, responsiveness and platform parity. As with many new releases, post-launch patches may address unforeseen issues or introduce quality-of-life improvements, but no roadmap has been announced.
Roguelite games like Serious Sam: Shatterverse are built around repeated runs through procedurally generated or shifting environments, with each attempt offering new challenges and rewards. Unlike traditional linear shooters, roguelites encourage experimentation and adaptation, as players unlock permanent upgrades and modifiers that persist between sessions. This structure is designed to provide replayability and a sense of progression, even when individual runs end in failure. The addition of cooperative play further expands the genre's appeal, allowing friends to coordinate strategies and share the unpredictability of each run.
