About Hexen II
Raven Software's dark-fantasy shooter on the Quake engine, with four character classes, levelling and hub-based worlds.
Hexen II (1997) by Raven Software is the third game in the Heretic/Hexen series, built on a modified Quake engine. You choose one of four classes — Paladin, Crusader, Necromancer or Assassin — each with unique weapons, and they gain levels and stats as you fight through four themed worlds to face the Serpent Rider Eidolon.
Levels are connected hubs full of switches and puzzles, which gives it more of an adventure feel than most shooters of the time. The dos.zone page runs it in the browser via the FTEQW engine; mouse and keyboard are recommended.
Available browser projects
Hexen II at a glance
- Genre
- FPS
- Original release
- 1997
- Developer
- Raven Software
- Publisher
- Activision
- Browser version
- dos.zone
- Price
- Free
- Download
- Not required — runs in the browser
- Devices
- PC or laptop with keyboard and mouse
- Online play
- No — single-player
How to play Hexen II in your browser
- Press Play in browser — the game opens on dos.zone in a new tab.
- Wait while the game files load. The first start can take from a few seconds to a few minutes depending on your connection; later starts are faster because the browser caches the files.
- Click inside the game window so it captures the keyboard and mouse, then switch to fullscreen (F11 or the host's fullscreen button).
- Open the in-game settings to adjust controls, graphics and sound. Progress is normally kept in your browser storage, so don't clear site data if you want to keep your saves.
Hexen II controls
Default layout for this browser version. Keys can differ between builds, and most hosts let you rebind them in the settings. A USB or Bluetooth gamepad usually works too.
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Move | WASD |
| Look around | Mouse |
| Shoot | Left click |
| Aim | Right click |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | Ctrl / C |
| Reload | R |
| Use / interact | E / F |
| Switch weapon | 1–4 / Mouse wheel |
| Scoreboard | Tab |
| Menu / pause | Esc |
What to expect from the browser version
The browser version of Hexen II is an independent web project — a port, recompilation or fan remake — hosted on dos.zone. It is not an official release from Activision, and MePlayable does not host any game files: we describe the game and link to the project.
Because the game runs inside a browser tab, some features of the 1997 original may be missing or work differently: online modes, cutscenes, saves, mods and graphics options depend on the build. If something doesn't work, check the host's own notes.
Requirements
A modern desktop browser — Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera or Safari 16+ — with WebAssembly and WebGL enabled, at least 4 GB of RAM and a stable connection for the first load. Hardware acceleration should be switched on in the browser settings.
If Hexen II doesn't start
- Black screen or endless loading — update the browser, enable hardware acceleration and reload the page with Ctrl+F5.
- No sound — click inside the game window: browsers only allow audio after you interact with the page.
- Lag or low FPS — close other heavy tabs and programs, then lower the resolution or graphics settings in the game.
- The site doesn't open — the host may be temporarily down or blocked in your region. Try again later or use another project link on this page.
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Hexen II: frequently asked questions
Which site hosts the browser version of Hexen II?
The playable web version of Hexen II runs on dos.zone. MePlayable doesn't host game files: we check the link, explain controls and point you to the project page.
Can I play Hexen II online for free?
Yes. The browser version on dos.zone is free to open, and MePlayable doesn't charge anything — we simply link to the project.
Do I need to download Hexen II?
No. Hexen II runs directly in a browser tab using WebAssembly and WebGL, so there is no installer and nothing to download. The browser only caches files to make the next launch faster.
Can I play Hexen II on a phone?
The browser version is made for computers and expects a keyboard and mouse or a gamepad. Some phones and tablets can open it, but performance and touch controls are not guaranteed.
Can I play Hexen II with friends?
No. Hexen II is a single-player game, and the browser version focuses on the solo experience.
Is this the official Hexen II?
No. The original Hexen II was developed by Raven Software and released in 1997. The browser version is a third-party project, and all rights to the game belong to their owners.
Will my progress be saved?
Usually yes: saves are stored in your browser's local storage on this device. They are lost if you clear browser data, use private mode or switch to another browser or device.
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