# Serious Sam: The Third Encounter announcement

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/serious-sam-the-third-encounter-announcement
> Updated: 2026-10-24T13:28:23.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

Croteam and Devolver Digital have announced the development of Serious Sam: The Third Encounter, a new entry in the first-person shooter series. The game is being developed for PC via Steam and serves as a direct narrative sequel to Serious Sam: The Second Encounter.

The title is intended to return to the franchise’s arcade-style roots, focusing on high-intensity combat against massive hordes of enemies and large-scale foes. Gameplay will feature an expanded arsenal of weaponry and include both solo play and cooperative multiplayer modes set across various alien worlds.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Croteam and Devolver Digital announce Serious Sam: The Third Encounter

Croteam and Devolver Digital announced Serious Sam: The Third Encounter, a direct narrative sequel to the classic FPS series currently in development for PC.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croteam-and-devolver-digital-announce-serious-sam-the-third-encounter

### 2026-10-21: Croteam and Devolver Digital announce Serious Sam: The Third Encounter

Croteam and Devolver Digital announced Serious Sam: The Third Encounter, a direct sequel to The Second Encounter focusing on classic arcade FPS action.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croteam-announces-serious-sam-the-third-encounter

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