Powerslave

Powerslave, known as Exhumed in Europe, is a seminal first-person shooter released for MS-DOS, setting players against an alien invasion threatening ancient Egypt. As a Special Forces operative, you are dropped into the city of Karnak to thwart a resurrected Mummy King Ramses and his insectoid minions. What begins as a straightforward mission quickly evolves into a deep, non-linear adventure reminiscent of Metroid, where exploration and environmental puzzle-solving are as crucial as fast-paced combat. Players acquire a diverse arsenal of unique weapons and mystical artifacts that grant new traversal abilities, allowing access to previously unreachable areas and encouraging extensive backtracking to uncover secrets. Its intricate level design, atmospheric ancient Egyptian setting infused with sci-fi elements, and innovative progression mechanics made it a standout title, offering a unique blend of action and adventure that captivated audiences and remains a cherished classic in the retro FPS community.