Witchaven II: Blood Vengeance is the sequel to Witchaven, developed by Capstone Software and released in 1996. Built on an enhanced version of the Build engine, the game expands on its predecessor’s medieval fantasy action with improved level design, refined combat mechanics, and more detailed environments. Players once again assume the role of the heroic warrior Grondoval, battling dark forces threatening the realm.
The gameplay combines fast-paced first-person combat with RPG-inspired elements such as character leveling and stat improvements. Players wield a variety of melee weapons, including swords, maces, and magical staves, alongside powerful spell attacks. The game features diverse locations like haunted castles, crypts, and eerie villages filled with traps, hidden secrets, and monstrous enemies.
Compared to the original, Blood Vengeance offers smoother animations, better enemy variety, and more atmospheric design. On modern Windows systems, it is typically played through DOSBox or digital re-releases for compatibility. Its retro graphics and challenging combat make it a nostalgic experience for classic FPS fans.
Features:
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First-person medieval fantasy action gameplay.
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Enhanced Build engine graphics.
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RPG-style leveling and stat progression.
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Wide selection of melee weapons and spells.
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Improved enemy AI and variety.
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Detailed dungeon and castle environments.
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Hidden secrets and traps throughout levels.
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Dark fantasy storyline continuation.
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Single-player campaign mode.
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Retro 90s shooter atmosphere.
System Requirements:
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Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 10 (via DOSBox).
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Pentium 90 MHz or higher processor.
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64 MB RAM minimum.
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DirectX compatible graphics card.
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Sound Blaster compatible audio device.
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300 MB free hard disk space.
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Keyboard and mouse.
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DOSBox or compatible emulator for modern PCs.
