Raptor: Call of the Shadows

Origin of the game's name

The name Raptor came from the Cygnus staff going to see the original Jurassic Park movie with the id Software staff and thinking that Raptor made a better game name then Mercenary (working title).

Shareware version

The shareware version (which contains 1/3 of the game) can be played indefinitely after surviving the final boss level. The player is simply sent back to level 1, with the score intact.

Awards

• Power Play
  • Issue 02/1995 – Best Shareware Game in 1994