When the first-person shooter boom of the mid-90s reached its peak, Shadow Warrior (DOS) arrived with a katana in one hand and a rocket launcher in the other. Released in 1997 by 3D Realms and powered by the legendary Build Engine, this action-packed FPS blended martial arts, outrageous humor, and explosive weaponry into one of the most memorable shooters of its era. While Duke Nukem 3D brought attitude and Blood brought horror, Shadow Warrior carved out its place with fast combat, clever level design, and the unforgettable personality of its wisecracking hero, Lo Wang.
