DOOM 3

 PC
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1360 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 868 out of 1360
  2. Mixed: 361 out of 1360
  3. Negative: 131 out of 1360
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. N1CKPROGAMER
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Di gran lunga il miglior Doom di sempre, altro che quella monnezza del 2016 e ethernal che sono giochi per bambini
  2. Czechinator
    Aug 7, 2023
    10
    Doom 3 has aged remarkably well. Even today, it retains a relatively pleasing visual appeal. Its ambient sounds and atmosphere are truly exceptional. Despite having completed it numerous times over the years since its release, I still find myself startled and experiencing unsettling sensations at night while wearing headphones. (Something that modern horror games struggle to achieve.) TheDoom 3 has aged remarkably well. Even today, it retains a relatively pleasing visual appeal. Its ambient sounds and atmosphere are truly exceptional. Despite having completed it numerous times over the years since its release, I still find myself startled and experiencing unsettling sensations at night while wearing headphones. (Something that modern horror games struggle to achieve.) The level design was crafted by a genius; believable maps like these are a rarity even in the present day. One genuinely feels as though they are navigating through a functional facility. If hell truly exists, then within it, Dr. Betruger will be haunting you with his eerie laughter.… Expand
  3. armadonpower
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    Doom 3 is a terrifying, atmospheric horror game with stunning graphics, immersive sound design, and intense gameplay. A modern classic.
  4. KolesAdlerov
    Apr 20, 2023
    10
    The best DooM ever created. The best sound in the videogame industry (Trent Reznor soundpack, if you want even more). Top notch horror, top notch shooter, the last masterpiece from ID software. SHOTGUN FIX MOD is strongly RECOMMENDED! Flashlight mod too, but do not use the flashlight all the time and do not use the SoulCube, guys.

    Gameplay: combat mechanics 10/10 combat logic 6/10    The best DooM ever created. The best sound in the videogame industry (Trent Reznor soundpack, if you want even more). Top notch horror, top notch shooter, the last masterpiece from ID software. SHOTGUN FIX MOD is strongly RECOMMENDED! Flashlight mod too, but do not use the flashlight all the time and do not use the SoulCube, guys.

    Gameplay:
    combat mechanics 10/10
    combat logic 6/10
    atmosphere 10/10
    Gameplay as immersive horror 10/10

    Story 6/10

    Graphics 10/10

    Sounds & music 10/10
    [great RU localization]

    .
    I can't believe you cut the horrifying cut-scenes of "Pinky" from the release version, devs! This could be the greatest horror game of all time!    … Expand
  5. GVB
    Dec 21, 2022
    9
    This is the best Doom experience. Dark, creepy, fun, slow burning tension, and lots of Horror in a sci-fi setting. The story is simple but not bad, and thanks to the graphic style everything has a certain... "weight", a certain presence, that makes you feel like if you were trapped there, surrounded by monsters, lonelier with each passing second.

    Brutal.
  6. PepperPlay5
    Dec 19, 2022
    8
    I disliked its story[-0.5] just a little bit. To this day, I still see common clichés in storytelling and whatnot. For the most part though, that's not the main focus in this series, is it?

    Sound designs are decent *except* for some weapons[-1.5]. More specifically, the overall SFX of Submachine Gun and Handgun don't appeal much to me. I do have mixed feelings about the jumpscares.    I disliked its story[-0.5] just a little bit. To this day, I still see common clichés in storytelling and whatnot. For the most part though, that's not the main focus in this series, is it?

    Sound designs are decent *except* for some weapons[-1.5]. More specifically, the overall SFX of Submachine Gun and Handgun don't appeal much to me.

    I do have mixed feelings about the jumpscares. They started to feel like overkill not after a long duration of my single player expericence. Then again, when I came back to this game recently, I was somehow pleasantly surprised, simply because I wasn't expecting some of 'em.

    In general, a textbook horror game. Pretty spooky.    … Expand
  7. LT_Gruber
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing sequel and a great entry to the series.

    Doom 3 is amazing. It is the long awaited sequel from its 2D predecessors to the new 3D era. And it did exceptionally well. I enjoyed every minute of it and it marks the beginning for my modern age gaming, because of the enormous upgrade in graphics.

    In Doom 3 you play as the good old Doom Guy that we know and love. You did not get a name to keep the mysterious character of “Doom Guy” intact. You arrive on Mars as a soldier, ready to join the military there. You already have been given an secret assignment and need to see your superior, Sergeant Kelly to discus further details. But once there, all hell breaks lose and your arch nemesis attack the base. You get your trusty shotgun and start killing your way to the Mars station to clean up the infestation and, when possible, try to rescue your fellow humans stationed on Mars.

    All the classic enemies from Doom I and II are there. The Imps are ready to throw their annoying fireballs at you once again, the zombie soldiers point their rifles at you and the Revenant is just as overpowered as he was in the previous games. They added some new enemies and they are well done. I have to say that the baby-mermaid-fly abominations really creeped me out the first time I encountered them. They came out of the blue and took me by surprise.

    Doom 3 has some unique features, especially for its time. You interact with a lot of monitors and displays without entering an overlay GUI and use those screens for opening doors, read lore and information about the station on Mars or just to play a nice game of Turkey puncher. The use of your PDA is also a very nice feature to keep all your lore, weapon information, quests and map in one place. It is organized and I like it very much.

    The AI in Doom 3 is also incredibly decent. They react to your movement and when you stare too long at their computer screens, they get annoyed and let you know. Later, the possessed zombie soldiers use cover and actually use tactics and care when attacking you.

    The graphical upgrade from the previous installments is legendary in contrast. It looks really beautiful, while still maintaining that classic dark corridor theme from earlier installments. The new weapon models, enemies and environments was, and still, is amazing for its time. I especially like the really clear and sharp text that is displayed on TV screens and computers and many times you can interact with it.

    Doom 3 has one of the best sound designs that I experienced in games so far. The effects for loading your weapons, shooting your weapons, bullet impact, enemy hits and the screams and death rattles of your foes is just epic. You can almost feel the impact of your shotgun, blasting an Imp into oblivion and the scream it makes afterwards lets you know: “Oh yeah, I murdered your ass”. There is almost no ambient music, so you are left with your own thoughts and the creepy unexplained sounds in the distance.

    The overall upgrade from Doom I and II is just great. It is fresh and new, while still remaining faithful to the original series. It really feels like a well-deserved sequel and id software can be proud of themselves for creating this gem.

    Definitely recommend it to everyone.    … Expand
  8. Solar_Carpenter
    Oct 17, 2022
    8
    It's not a bad game. Yes, it is different from the previous parts. But it has a good atmosphere. Yes, the level design is confusing and stern. But in some places it's scary and it's nice to shoot.
  9. Repc
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Doom 3 is really great game. This game for me is big nostalgia and kinda changed me. I know that some people think this game is boring. But there always was reasons why this game was so good for me.
    1)Atmosphere. Just perfect. You always have feeling that someone near you. By the way I'm never get that people, who think that making flashlight not endless, but working with any    Doom 3 is really great game. This game for me is big nostalgia and kinda changed me. I know that some people think this game is boring. But there always was reasons why this game was so good for me.
    1)Atmosphere. Just perfect. You always have feeling that someone near you. By the way I'm never get that people, who think that making flashlight not endless, but working with any weapons in remaster Doom 3 BFG Edition is great idea. Yeah it makes game easier and how I know it was made, because of consoles, but still on my opinion this kinda ruins atmosphere
    2)Monsters. They just great all monsters and demons look scary and dangerous, You even sometimes thinking to hide, but not to attack.
    3)Story. Yeah story in doom game. In first two Doom had plot, but it was feeling like it was only to explain why we kills demons. But in Doom 3 really got interesting plot.
    4)Graphics and sounds. It kinda for atmosphere, but I wanted to make point on it. Game have really awesome graphic for this time and really great, scary and atmosphere sounds.
    So yeah Doom 3 is great game, that always gonna be in my heart. The way you feel like you really on mars is really great. This game kinda changed me. Before compliting this game I kinda liked horrors and this atmosphere, but wasn't that much interested in this. I wasn't even watched any famous horror movies, but this game just changed me. After compliting it I'm since this time really loves horrors, scary atmosphere and etc. So I'm definetly gonna say that Doom 3 is awesome game!    … Expand
  10. sirgamer44
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    Doom 3 was actually solid horror game, especially by 2004 standards. Graphically it was outstanding at the time and lots of horror fans loved this game. I always liked doom 1 and 2, but by 2004 i was already on board with horror games, so doom 3 taking horror approach was just perfect. I think lots of people who's first doom was 2016 doom, will never understand greatness of doom 3, butDoom 3 was actually solid horror game, especially by 2004 standards. Graphically it was outstanding at the time and lots of horror fans loved this game. I always liked doom 1 and 2, but by 2004 i was already on board with horror games, so doom 3 taking horror approach was just perfect. I think lots of people who's first doom was 2016 doom, will never understand greatness of doom 3, but it's their loss i guess. Doom 3 is great game and no complaining will change that.… Expand
  11. BenzoSt
    Jul 12, 2022
    9
    Whereas the previous Doom games were pure action against hordes of demons, ID Software decided to present DOOM 3 as a hybrid of action and survival-horror. The graphics, sound, and environment in this game are top-tier for 2004. The story is also surprisingly detailed for a DOOM game. There are lots of quality mods to download for this game as well, most notably Redux, Phobos, Last ManWhereas the previous Doom games were pure action against hordes of demons, ID Software decided to present DOOM 3 as a hybrid of action and survival-horror. The graphics, sound, and environment in this game are top-tier for 2004. The story is also surprisingly detailed for a DOOM game. There are lots of quality mods to download for this game as well, most notably Redux, Phobos, Last Man Standing, and Classic Doom 3. Since I especially enjoy mods that are funny, I also recommend Infernal Death Orgy, Duck Nukem, Bubba Lego-Tep, X-Mass, and Damnatio Memoriae (ep. 1 and 2).… Expand
  12. Procrustes7
    Mar 5, 2022
    8
    πολύ καλό βιντεοπαιχνίδι αξίζει να το παίξετε περνάς την ώρα σου ευχάριστα
  13. TheBasicReviews
    Jan 27, 2022
    9
    Story: 60/100
    Gameplay: 80/100
    Graphics: 90/100
    Music/Soundtrack: 80/100
    Main Character(s): ?/100
    Side Characters: 60/100
    Regular Enemies: 90/100
    Bosses/Boss fights: 100/100
    World/Level Design: 90/100
    Playability (Bugs and optimization after patches): 100/100
    Would I Play It Again?: Yes
    Where Does It Rank In My Top 500 Video Games of All Time List?: 13

    Rating: 90/100
  14. TheBlackMagicka
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    Doom 3.

    The first game i've ever finished it has very special place on my heart back in 2006 or 2007 can't remember the exact date, the graphics was amazing back in the days well actually it is still beautiful in ultra setting with advanced graphics setting are on

    Play this before you die
  15. Eissa1996
    Jul 6, 2020
    10
    Doom 3 is a masterpiece a truly one of a kind game awesome gameplay and atmosphere and everything is just passionately crafted the only game that comes close to this is the original F.E.A.R which is also a masterpiece. Furthermore, i can't express enough how much i love this game and its probably my favorite game of all time.
  16. Gorbunov2004
    Mar 25, 2021
    8
    Хорошая игра в жанре хоррор было моей любимой частью Doom до того как я прошел Doom 2016.
  17. Chempion1
    Feb 19, 2021
    9
    Я конечно не могу себя считать прям поклонником серии Doom, но о DooM 3 решил написать отдельно.
    Многие так называемые "олдскулы" 15ти летнего возраста, считают её "не каноничной" и ушедшей от, так сказать, канонов Кармака, игрой. Очень странно это слышать от людей младше третьего DooMа. При том саму игру делал всё тот же Кармак, что прекрасно говорит о перемене его мнения относительно    Я конечно не могу себя считать прям поклонником серии Doom, но о DooM 3 решил написать отдельно.
    Многие так называемые "олдскулы" 15ти летнего возраста, считают её "не каноничной" и ушедшей от, так сказать, канонов Кармака, игрой. Очень странно это слышать от людей младше третьего DooMа. При том саму игру делал всё тот же Кармак, что прекрасно говорит о перемене его мнения относительно сюжета в играх, сравниваемого им когда то с сюжетом для порнографии.
    Да DooM 3 это боевик-хорор! Для сугубо одиночного прохождения, а не для толпы мокрощелок на пьяной вечеринке! И это здорово!
    В игре наконец то нормально рассказывается сюжет вселенной Doom. В ней появились персонажи и окружение, а так же густая атмосфера, которой напрочь не было в первых двух частях. По сути её нет и в игре 2016 года, равно как и в Eternal. Так как в них всё завязано на зубодробильном геймплее и как не странно это работает!
    Геймплей же третьей части стал тягучим как сгущёнка. Этому способствовало и странное решение с фонариком.
    Конечно мне очень понравились монстры, которые после мультяшных, разноцветных гномиков, шариков и нарисованных рож первых частей, производили ошеломляющее впечатление!
    К тому же это первая игра которая меня смогла реально напугать. Когда у меня за спиной с криком, в кромешной тьме, материализовался "имп", я чуть мышь от неожиданности не потерял! А поступь "рыцаря ада", невидимого пока для игрока, поступь которую слышишь через несколько стен? Непередаваемые ощущения, кто играл поймёт.
    Оружие, как всегда у id, это гордость студии и предмет для подражания другими разработчиками!
    К тому же игра достаточно хорошо выглядела для своего времени.
    Единственный недостаток, это непомерная, для того времени, требовательность к железу. Поэтому игра, на сколько я помню, и стала бенчмарком на долгие годы.
    Резюмирую. На мой взгляд очень прорывная игра для своего времени, одна из вех развития игровой промышленности. Пожелание для играющих было только одно: ночью, перед монитором, в наушниках!
    Вышедшая не так давно на всём чём только можно Doom 3: BFG Edition, доказала лишь одно: в такие игры надо играть в своё время и кроме разочарования у меня ничего не вызвала!    … Expand
  18. TheDatenshiMMA
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    Not a Doom game but a GREAT HORROR GAME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  19. DecadeReviews
    Jan 23, 2021
    9
    Graphics - 10/10 (by 2004 standard)
    Story - 7/10
    Variety of enemies - 9/10 Amount of meaningful bosses with cool design - 8.5/10 Game's length - 9/10 Gameplay - 8.8/10 Variety of weapons - 9/10 General world design - 9/10 Fun factor - 10/10 Main/Pause menu music - 10/10 Sound/Music - 8/10 How many times i have finished it - 10 Where does it stand in my top "1000 video games of    Graphics - 10/10 (by 2004 standard)
    Story - 7/10
    Variety of enemies - 9/10
    Amount of meaningful bosses with cool design - 8.5/10
    Game's length - 9/10
    Gameplay - 8.8/10
    Variety of weapons - 9/10
    General world design - 9/10
    Fun factor - 10/10
    Main/Pause menu music - 10/10
    Sound/Music - 8/10
    How many times i have finished it - 10
    Where does it stand in my top "1000 video games of all time" list - 16    … Expand
  20. SamuelBadman
    Jan 5, 2021
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos de 2004, um clássico do terror e de ação. Excelentes gráficos, física, iluminação, dublagem, efeitos sonoros e estilo de arte.
  21. HDCD
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    Doom 3 seems so underrated, but for a game that came out in 2004, it's actually really well made. I like the horror aspect and i understand, if some fans don't, but i really like this game. I would almost consider it a classic.
  22. bestreviews2020
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    Just came here to say, here's my positive review for this amazing game.........
  23. lxRs451
    Nov 5, 2020
    8
    Back in 2004 it was a revolutional title in terms of graphics but the gameplay is the biggest problem of the game. If it was called anything else, it would be great but it's Doom and players expect a certain kind of experience from it.
    Now what is there is good but it doesn't have the same feeling and although i still liked it a lot and i enjoyed the horror atmosphere it never reaches the    Back in 2004 it was a revolutional title in terms of graphics but the gameplay is the biggest problem of the game. If it was called anything else, it would be great but it's Doom and players expect a certain kind of experience from it.
    Now what is there is good but it doesn't have the same feeling and although i still liked it a lot and i enjoyed the horror atmosphere it never reaches the point where you get all the big guns and a bunch of large monsters to fight at the same time The only point where it feels like old school doom is in a couple of the last levels but that's just not enough. Even then, you can use an artifact to make it a lot easier - something a huge fan of the series like me just won't do because i want to blast away with my BFG.
    The last boss is a part of the problem above and is laughably easy. The fight could have been handled better if the additional monsters in the arena were of the larger, more dangerous variety but we got an overall disappointment.
    The game has a very slow start and the tempo never quite reaches a satisfying high point. As mentioned above, there are a couple of levels towards the end that are great and one a bit after the halfway mark of the game, otherwise it's a slog that only Doom fans will voluntarily go through today.    … Expand
  24. absolution23
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    One of the best horror games ever made. Yeah it's not fast paced and thank god, because 2016 doom is just awful.
  25. demixzz
    Jul 10, 2020
    9
    Doom 3 was a very good game, but its abrupt transition to the horror genre confused many.
    But I think this is one of the best FPS Horror games
  26. Hungry2
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Such a true masterpiece.
    This game is perfect, for being a 2004's game it's brutal, amaizing environments.
    Also, it is my favourite game. Gold
  27. Sinmaker
    May 27, 2020
    8
    a ser feita em breve jakjalkahslkdhalkshdlkahslkdahslkdakhldhsaldhaklshdlkahsdklah
  28. King-Slayer
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    A real masterpiece of horror and the most impresive game of 2004. ID tech 4 brings you to hell witt amaizing shadows and dynamic lights. 10/10
  29. Edgarcito_04
    Dec 16, 2019
    9
    Doom 3 is an great game. I know that is not like the original doom or the incredible Doom 2016 reboot, but god damn it is a great horror and action game. I found incredible how they make all the classic enemies scary and the game play was great. Doom 3 might not be the classic hardcore experience that Doom is know for, but Doom 3 it is a great horror game and an awesome game
  30. SilverOrlov
    Sep 28, 2019
    10
    Blood, guts and meat of demons... Immortal classics and the founder of the entire history of shooters with it's 1st and 2nd parts. The third part of the Doom was the most memorable game of its kind for me. I really liked this game, but I played it for a very long time. Due to the viscous and saturated with blood and horror atmosphere of the Martian base, which constantly puts pressure onBlood, guts and meat of demons... Immortal classics and the founder of the entire history of shooters with it's 1st and 2nd parts. The third part of the Doom was the most memorable game of its kind for me. I really liked this game, but I played it for a very long time. Due to the viscous and saturated with blood and horror atmosphere of the Martian base, which constantly puts pressure on the player, as well as the tough game-play, I had to pause constantly, going through this game to ... exhale. This is a masterpiece.… Expand
  31. SilverMiner
    Sep 21, 2019
    10
    Better than Doom 2016. It's my childhood. The best horror shooter game I've ever seen
  32. sitebender
    Apr 21, 2019
    8
    Despite this not being as good as the first two games, Doom 3 managed to be fun in a survival horror, trapped in darkness sort of way. It was just a struggle to even play it on a PC when it first came out.
  33. JinntheMGTOW
    Apr 2, 2019
    9
    Many fans call this game a ripped off. Those are just gamers who don't have taste of horror. This game is so much better than no weapon game, Outlast.
  34. NightElves
    Mar 21, 2019
    10
    This is insane, this is insane. I remember this game was so scary and the horror, I was so afraid I came to a part in the game where it took me at least one month for me to find the strength to continue. Sometimes you have to shoot in darkness because you can't have the flashlight and a gun at the same time. And now there is a story in the game as well. I think a lot of companies learned aThis is insane, this is insane. I remember this game was so scary and the horror, I was so afraid I came to a part in the game where it took me at least one month for me to find the strength to continue. Sometimes you have to shoot in darkness because you can't have the flashlight and a gun at the same time. And now there is a story in the game as well. I think a lot of companies learned a lot from Valve with their awesome Half-Life-series.… Expand
  35. dennis48309
    Feb 27, 2019
    10
    A legendary action/horror FPS that stays true to the original Doom games. The downside of the PC version is they removed the cooperative mode that the Xbox version had although there is a fan-made mod.
  36. M3R1D1U5
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    The best Half-Life clone you'll ever play thats not a Half-Life mod nor the original Half-Life. Absolutely fantastic atmosphere, audio design incredibly ahead of its time and divine pacing.

    Sure, it ain't classic Doom. At least not for the first 6 hours. But then again, it's not just Half-Life. Doom 3 manages to find a really nice balance between the thinking of Gordon Freeman and the    The best Half-Life clone you'll ever play thats not a Half-Life mod nor the original Half-Life. Absolutely fantastic atmosphere, audio design incredibly ahead of its time and divine pacing.

    Sure, it ain't classic Doom. At least not for the first 6 hours. But then again, it's not just Half-Life. Doom 3 manages to find a really nice balance between the thinking of Gordon Freeman and the shooting of the Doom Guy.

    Massively underrated game.    … Expand
  37. mno
    Sep 25, 2018
    9
    By far the best Doom I've played so far. Great atmosphere, level design and action. This game can scare you. I wish they would have followed Doom III's design philosophy for the latest Doom.
  38. Thwompthing
    Sep 3, 2018
    9
    Very atmospheric and scary. The only reason I knock it down a point is because most of the levels look the same, and you can get lost, even though it's somewhat linear.

    EXCELLENT 5.1 sound, even if some of the guns sound muffled like the chaingun and plasma rifle. The environment sounds are what stand out here. The sounds will have you turning left and right constantly, checking your    Very atmospheric and scary. The only reason I knock it down a point is because most of the levels look the same, and you can get lost, even though it's somewhat linear.

    EXCELLENT 5.1 sound, even if some of the guns sound muffled like the chaingun and plasma rifle. The environment sounds are what stand out here. The sounds will have you turning left and right constantly, checking your back for enemies.

    Graphics at this time were jaw droppingly gorgeous. It tested my Radeon 9800 Pro to the extreme, and it was well worth the purchase.

    Outside the Diablo franchise, this game contains one of the coolest Hell levels ever designed.
    9/10. It's addicting.    … Expand
  39. Panica3643D
    Jun 17, 2018
    8
    На удивление очень интересная и качественная игра. Понравилась фишка с фонариком)).
  40. iddqd4
    Jan 19, 2018
    9
    В далекие времена когда интернет только зарождался на 56КБ, я несколько часов тянул демо ролик с Doom 3, в предвкушение, это было одно из первых видео, прилетевших по кабелю из неоткуда на ПК, и после этого я был поражен, шагавший из тени ИМП был просто невероятно детализированными, Doom 3 тогда была самой ожидаемой игрой того времени, и она не разочаровала.В далекие времена когда интернет только зарождался на 56КБ, я несколько часов тянул демо ролик с Doom 3, в предвкушение, это было одно из первых видео, прилетевших по кабелю из неоткуда на ПК, и после этого я был поражен, шагавший из тени ИМП был просто невероятно детализированными, Doom 3 тогда была самой ожидаемой игрой того времени, и она не разочаровала.
  41. electronicoffee
    Nov 26, 2016
    8
    Lots of people love to talk crap about this game, but in context, it was a huge leap forward for the series you know, being able to actually aim up and down and have environments that were vast and required actual exploration. Sure it was dark but lots of horror games are so that's a moot point. The monsters were pretty good, especially later in the game although the bosses were a bitLots of people love to talk crap about this game, but in context, it was a huge leap forward for the series you know, being able to actually aim up and down and have environments that were vast and required actual exploration. Sure it was dark but lots of horror games are so that's a moot point. The monsters were pretty good, especially later in the game although the bosses were a bit weak. Actual footsteps rather than feeling like you were floating around felt a lot more rewarding and realistic. Maybe 8 is a little too generous but when played with a good surround sound, high end graphics, and with little knowledge of the game beforehand it was a rewarding, scary experience overall. It's not perfect by any means, but a solid, fun game.… Expand
  42. MrMoggyDeaty
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    Overall, this game was great. different, but it's still great for some reason, Monsters looked nice and scarier, the gameplay was terrifying and challenging. my main issue of this was the **** SHOTGUN. the spread, dear god. but that's just my personal opinion. but I don't understand why people said that this wasn't a doom game... because you're still fighting demons from hell, but way moreOverall, this game was great. different, but it's still great for some reason, Monsters looked nice and scarier, the gameplay was terrifying and challenging. my main issue of this was the **** SHOTGUN. the spread, dear god. but that's just my personal opinion. but I don't understand why people said that this wasn't a doom game... because you're still fighting demons from hell, but way more scarier and slower for a difficult and challenging experience. if this game wasn't called "Doom" then everyone will think that this was a **** rip off to doom or just another horror version of doom. which everyone will still hate it for ripping off Doom's weapons and monsters.… Expand
  43. DeyvsonCaliman
    Jul 25, 2016
    9
    I really enjoyed this franchised, so I couldn't let Doom 3 unplayed. It was a very nice game, although I think that after we get the Soul Cube it gets a little too easy. The game looks like any normal shooter, then we are sent to hell without almost any weapon or ammunition, and we really feel like we are playing the good old Doom. The game is grim, they brought back the enemies ofI really enjoyed this franchised, so I couldn't let Doom 3 unplayed. It was a very nice game, although I think that after we get the Soul Cube it gets a little too easy. The game looks like any normal shooter, then we are sent to hell without almost any weapon or ammunition, and we really feel like we are playing the good old Doom. The game is grim, they brought back the enemies of previous games with a great deal of realism, and some new ones that are very nice.

    I confess I started playing with some amount of prejudice, I thought they wouldn't live up to the series, but as I played I thought that the franchise really deserved this continuity. The game was heavy on my graphic card, I had very little money at the time, had to play on minimum with a resolution of just 800x600, with scan lines through the screen. It was a game that was above his time in graphic quality, and was successful in bringing back this great classic.    … Expand
  44. Gheed
    Jun 4, 2016
    8
    I hadn't even heard of this game until the release of the fourth installment. So I purchased this game (much cheaper price tag than the new one) to dip my toes in the water. I was a little afraid that I wouldn't be able to enjoy the game as a result of outdated graphics, but this wasn't an issue. The game was indeed repetitive but it was also great fun and it has a great atmosphere.I hadn't even heard of this game until the release of the fourth installment. So I purchased this game (much cheaper price tag than the new one) to dip my toes in the water. I was a little afraid that I wouldn't be able to enjoy the game as a result of outdated graphics, but this wasn't an issue. The game was indeed repetitive but it was also great fun and it has a great atmosphere. For what it costs in 2016 this is still a great buy.… Expand
  45. servo
    May 13, 2016
    10
    Doom 3 was far ahead of it's time. I enjoyed it a lot, even replaying it was fun. It has a great survival horror atmosphere, great map designs , great plot , great optimization that let it run on my celeron back in 2004. I still own the box and it's one of my favorite game of all time, I like it more than 90s doom.
  46. JQLeitch
    Dec 17, 2015
    9
    A phenomenal shooter with plenty of scary sequences. One of the best games of 2004 IMO. A must play in my opinion. The graphics in this game, even in 2015, are still great and take advantage of the atmosphere. I prefer the originals a lot more than DOOM 3, but this is still a great modern FPS.
  47. GolovA
    Nov 22, 2015
    8
    Wow! Pretty scary game. I crapped my pants couple of times :)) nothing major, but still an inconvenience. Anyway, was fun playing this one. Awesome graphics, really atmospheric environment, cool weapons, good action movie style story, claustrophobic feeling of loneliness and someone watching you. . . BAM! U dead son! :))
  48. TINYSOFT
    Sep 7, 2015
    10
    Graphics Revolution in 2003, Beautiful soundtrack in main menu, amazing animation and sound effects. Today I'm waiting for new DOOM (4).
    I want recommend for all gamers.
  49. fijiboy
    Mar 25, 2015
    8
    doom 3 combines elements of survival horror and traditional fps games very well. this game is truly quite scary for the majority of its run time and is bloody fun to play. I feel that it starts to get a little bit boring after you've gotten atleast halfway through because the story doesn't really add anything to the game and there is no variety to the gameplay besides shooting which isdoom 3 combines elements of survival horror and traditional fps games very well. this game is truly quite scary for the majority of its run time and is bloody fun to play. I feel that it starts to get a little bit boring after you've gotten atleast halfway through because the story doesn't really add anything to the game and there is no variety to the gameplay besides shooting which is fine I just wish that they could of incorporated some situations that acquired you to change tactics but you pretty much just want to strafe and shoot. besides the story being only acceptable and the gameplay getting a bit old near the last bit of the game doom is a great game and I can imagine it being a big deal during its time of release… Expand
  50. RagingJohnson
    Aug 7, 2014
    10
    This game is the **** **** 8/8 m8 .
  51. Sensless
    Jun 28, 2014
    8
    This is a modern-version of the classic DooM.
    The enemies are familiar and so are the weapons
    The characters you encounter are quite decent and you can get along with their ways. The cut-scenes put you on the edge and make you exited for the next event however, the only problem i have encountered are the difficulty settings... To me there's "Very easy" "Easy" "Hard" and "impossible"    This is a modern-version of the classic DooM.
    The enemies are familiar and so are the weapons
    The characters you encounter are quite decent and you can get along with their ways.
    The cut-scenes put you on the edge and make you exited for the next event
    however, the only problem i have encountered are the difficulty settings...
    To me there's "Very easy" "Easy" "Hard" and "impossible"
    I want something in between the "Easy" and "hard"

    Still, Great game.    … Expand
  52. barkweed
    May 31, 2014
    8
    Regardless of its repetetive nature, this is the only game I have ever played that gave me a scare... in broad daylight... in a room full of people... The atmosphere makes up for other less competent parts of the game.
  53. SB9902
    May 9, 2014
    8
    Gory, Dark, Demonic themes, Scary enough, Great graphics for it´s time but still being good to date and a good enemies design, perfect for a true FPS survival horror experience.
  54. thedirtyrussian
    Apr 29, 2014
    9
    DOOM 3 is an amazing game. Back when it first came out, I was literally too scared to even play it. Even as an adult now, the game still has it's frightening moments. With a massive weapon selection and immerse story line, you can get lost for hours in Mars City killing demons and sending them back to Hell. A true work of art.
  55. knicksfan567
    Feb 21, 2014
    9
    A great game even after a decade its a timeless master piece. If your looking for a good fun adventure with tons of violence gore and exploration. The story isn't good but the game sure is and for a cheap price of just ten dollars its worth it.
  56. SuperTM
    Nov 7, 2013
    10
    When I first played this as a kid I was very scared of it for some reason. Now I go play it and enjoy the leap from 2.5D to 3D! One day there is going to be two super countries Valve and iD
  57. brimfieldcritic
    Oct 7, 2013
    10
    A masterpiece. Deep atmosphere and immersion. You play the role of a space marine as you investigate some serious problems going on in mars base. The AI is brutal and the terrain can be confusing but that is just a test of your survival capabilities. I hope you have good reflexes.
  58. Count69
    Sep 30, 2013
    8
    Linear game, with stunning visuals, and good weapons/monsters, and with acceptable story.
    So linear, and sometimes so boring, but for some reason, it keeps me hooked, and calls me back to play all over again.
  59. LogicalEagle123
    Aug 5, 2013
    9
    Not sure why this game has a mixed or average 7.3 as a user score and only an 87. This is by far one of the best survival horror games I have ever played. The game looks like a 2010 title yet its only a 2004 one. I never really paid much attention to Doom 3 when it first came out because I was never into scary games, but Doom 3 really pulled me into its atmosphere, something video gamesNot sure why this game has a mixed or average 7.3 as a user score and only an 87. This is by far one of the best survival horror games I have ever played. The game looks like a 2010 title yet its only a 2004 one. I never really paid much attention to Doom 3 when it first came out because I was never into scary games, but Doom 3 really pulled me into its atmosphere, something video games rarely do to me let alone one made nine years ago. Some silly design choices like not being able to hold a flashlight and a gun at the same time and a lack of enemy variety are some of the flaws this game has, but nevertheless is an amazing title. I hope this franchise's future is still intact, I really want to see Doom 4 on Id Tech 5.… Expand
  60. BigBiggo
    May 19, 2013
    9
    Frightening as hell and hard as hell. Many people have complained about the story... You cannot expect literary greatness from a series titled 'Doom.'
  61. StickNik
    Jan 1, 2013
    9
    Must own game even in this age of gaming. Great shooting game that should be played by anyone that calls themselves an FPS fan, but don't think you can handle the graphics? There's a mod for that. Rather have the falshlight on your weapons? There's a mod for that, Want faster-paced gameplay closer to the original Doom? There's a mod for that. Rather have a medieval fantasy setting withMust own game even in this age of gaming. Great shooting game that should be played by anyone that calls themselves an FPS fan, but don't think you can handle the graphics? There's a mod for that. Rather have the falshlight on your weapons? There's a mod for that, Want faster-paced gameplay closer to the original Doom? There's a mod for that. Rather have a medieval fantasy setting with Shield and melee combat? There's a mod for that. Want a completely different, stealth based game a-like to the kinds of Thief, but with better graphics and 100's of community made maps and missions? There's a mod for that. Have a look for some examples here, gamefront.com/5-must-play-doom-3-mods/, and, moddb.com/games/doom-iii, for the examples given and use you trusty friend Google to find out more about these countless mods, many of which can improve any problems you personally have with the game, or that many have with it. I cannot think of a reson you should not buy it.

    Have fun    … Expand
  62. kuehnau
    Nov 24, 2012
    10
    Exactly what you expect from the Doom franchise. It's amazing in every way. Anyone complaining about it, is either a moron or has never played the other Doom games.
  63. moimieoonti
    Nov 23, 2012
    10
    I have to be honest. DOOM3 BEST GAME EVER AND YOU SHOULD BE PLAYING IT RIGHT NOW NOT READING MY REVIEW ARE YOU STUPID WHY AM I WRITING THIS REVIEW I HAVE TO GO PLAY DOOM3 100000000000000000/10 GAME AT LEAST THE GRAPHICS REALLY PLEASURE MY EYES AND THE SOUND MAKES ME CRY FROM HAPPINESS GAMEPLAY GOT MY SOUL ITS AWESOME. ANOTHER SUCCESS FROM id software, our creator and ruler. AND YES THIS ISI have to be honest. DOOM3 BEST GAME EVER AND YOU SHOULD BE PLAYING IT RIGHT NOW NOT READING MY REVIEW ARE YOU STUPID WHY AM I WRITING THIS REVIEW I HAVE TO GO PLAY DOOM3 100000000000000000/10 GAME AT LEAST THE GRAPHICS REALLY PLEASURE MY EYES AND THE SOUND MAKES ME CRY FROM HAPPINESS GAMEPLAY GOT MY SOUL ITS AWESOME. ANOTHER SUCCESS FROM id software, our creator and ruler. AND YES THIS IS SCARY AS HELL! GOT IT? HELL?? heha… Expand
  64. potatoes351
    Oct 26, 2012
    9
    DOOM is a legendary game series. Now in its third major entry the series goes modern. Everyone knows the story to the DOOM games, your a marine who is on a space station when Hell literally breaks loose and its up to you to stop the demons. The gameplay is everything I want in an FPS and the game has an atmosphere so tense that I would almost call it a horror title too. The only gripe IDOOM is a legendary game series. Now in its third major entry the series goes modern. Everyone knows the story to the DOOM games, your a marine who is on a space station when Hell literally breaks loose and its up to you to stop the demons. The gameplay is everything I want in an FPS and the game has an atmosphere so tense that I would almost call it a horror title too. The only gripe I have with it...lack of story, but its DOOM so it cant help it.… Expand
  65. daveyy12
    Aug 18, 2012
    10
    One of the most excitin games I have ever played! The only problem I had was the dark setting. Given the length of the game, the darkness became somewhat tedious. All in all, great weapons, challenging enemies, and many surprises.
  66. PrimalHunter70
    Mar 12, 2012
    9
    Doom 3 is, and always will be, one of my favourite shooters around. It is very scary (no wonder it was packaged with a disclaimer to keep the volume down at night), as you can never see the enemies coming. The shooting is tough but fun, and is addictive to play. The graphics are good (the brains popping out are a little disturbing) and the story is simple but that isn't what Doom is allDoom 3 is, and always will be, one of my favourite shooters around. It is very scary (no wonder it was packaged with a disclaimer to keep the volume down at night), as you can never see the enemies coming. The shooting is tough but fun, and is addictive to play. The graphics are good (the brains popping out are a little disturbing) and the story is simple but that isn't what Doom is all about. Hopefully Doom 4 will be an excellent sequel in an excellent franchise.… Expand
  67. Frug
    Jan 8, 2012
    9
    6 years on this game still has some of the best visuals and sound around. Level design is gorgeous and interesting with countless creative touches and detail. Sound quality is also excellent and quite spooky. The monsters are fun to fight and a few parts made me jump in my seat, although they are a little too easy. I understand some people getting bored with it after a few levels but6 years on this game still has some of the best visuals and sound around. Level design is gorgeous and interesting with countless creative touches and detail. Sound quality is also excellent and quite spooky. The monsters are fun to fight and a few parts made me jump in my seat, although they are a little too easy. I understand some people getting bored with it after a few levels but overall it was a rewarding experience and one of my favorites.… Expand
  68. SimonOverlord
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    I won't say it's a Game of the Year, but definitely worth to play. Great atmosphere and sound effect make every dark corner a source of fear. The graphic was outstanding even by today's standard. I love how it feel and sound when I use my shotgun to kill a devil, very satisfying. This was some id's classical great work during the old days and must give a try.
  69. KhorneFlakes
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Trapped on that Hellish world known as Mars, which is in fact, under siege by the forces of hell, Doom guy finds himself in a bit of a pickle; all of the his companions are dead, and he has a machine gun. Getting right down to the point, Doom 3 is a great game, even with present day games, I find it harder and harder to find a game that has great action, and one that is also a challenge,Trapped on that Hellish world known as Mars, which is in fact, under siege by the forces of hell, Doom guy finds himself in a bit of a pickle; all of the his companions are dead, and he has a machine gun. Getting right down to the point, Doom 3 is a great game, even with present day games, I find it harder and harder to find a game that has great action, and one that is also a challenge, and Doom 3 was quite challenging. The story for Doom 3, it wasn't bad, but it certainly doesn't stand out , but you don't really play Doom for the story, you play it to kill demons! This is a game where monsters are plentiful, but medpacks are not, a game that makes you fight for any kind of reward, with no regenerating health. However, This is not a horror game, although the developers wanted to put a horror twist into the game, when it comes right down to it, not everyone will be scared by this game, although I sure was, this game kept me tense most of the way through, and although I could predict a few scares, it just depends on what scares you. All i can say is, this is a great shooter, and although the enemy AI has it's flaws, the large amount of enemy variety has always kept this game fresh for me, I would highly recommend Doom 3 for anyone who wants a fun and addictive shooter game. The game does make me a bit mad that you have to beat the game in order to unlock the night mare difficulty. but what ever : P… Expand
  70. shaun37
    Oct 26, 2011
    8
    Let me get this out of the way, just so many of you are clear on the fact. A generic shooter IS NOT A BAD shooter, it simply means that that is really the focus of the game, as it is with 90% of all top-quality shooters today (even CoD can be called a generic shooter). This games is incredibly scary throughout its expanse, sure it uses cheap monster-door tricks, but that only helps keepLet me get this out of the way, just so many of you are clear on the fact. A generic shooter IS NOT A BAD shooter, it simply means that that is really the focus of the game, as it is with 90% of all top-quality shooters today (even CoD can be called a generic shooter). This games is incredibly scary throughout its expanse, sure it uses cheap monster-door tricks, but that only helps keep you on your toes and the situation tense. They are not spammed as some reviews mention and are sometimes easy to spot as they lay next to an essential healthkit, but in what it strives to do, it succeeds and dominates all competition. Ground breaking graphics for its time and still okay even now in 2011, it provides one with some of the most intense and nerve-wrecking experiences possible in a horror focused shooter. The level design can become tedious towards the end but you'll be to busy trying to survive and scavenging for health and ammo caches to even notice. It has a great length for the asking price and what I consider to be one of the scariest and intense games of all time. The immersion, audio and monster design are top-notch, the voice acting may seem iffy at times but this is so few and far between it really doesn't affect you. And lastly the story, which unfolds through cut-scenes and the many hundreds of emails and audio logs you come across in the game and are as a whole expertly executed. I truly recommend this to anyone looking for a good scare mixed with some great classic shooting and a deep story, all the while surrounded by one of the most immersive environments ever designed.… Expand
  71. Mire7734
    Sep 29, 2011
    10
    One of my favorite semi-classic FPS. First off, it's id software, the engine they have created is perfect. Unified shadows, and a new Doom. Beaufitul, period.
  72. Matseb2611
    Sep 27, 2011
    8
    Having completed Doom 3 twice on Xbox and once on PC, I'd give it a solid 9. In my opinion one of the better FPS games around. Doom 3 is very intense and atmospheric and would keep you on the edge from start to finish. Should you let your guard down for a second and an enemy would pop out of nowhere and damage you greatly. Doom 3 manages to place enemies in all the right spots. Even laterHaving completed Doom 3 twice on Xbox and once on PC, I'd give it a solid 9. In my opinion one of the better FPS games around. Doom 3 is very intense and atmospheric and would keep you on the edge from start to finish. Should you let your guard down for a second and an enemy would pop out of nowhere and damage you greatly. Doom 3 manages to place enemies in all the right spots. Even later on into the game once you get used to monsters doing that, it still manages to make you jump. With some FPS games all you do is just shoot as many monsters coming your way as fast as you possibly can. No brain cells involved, just let all the ammo loose. *coughPainkillercough* With Doom 3 it's not like that. Enemies come out at unexpected moments, they ambush you, they actually use various attacks (as opposed to just plainly charging head on towards you). Now admittedly Doom 3 can get repetitive, because majority of areas and levels look very much alike. However the game at least puts effort in varying the gameplay slightly by introducing new monsters every now and then, which get tougher further into the game, and also you find a lot of new guns, such as minigun, plasma gun, rocket launcher, chainsaw and even the good ol BFG. And all this is done in fantastic graphics, which are truly mindblowing, managing to engross you. Apart from just going and shooting monsters, you do need to pay attention to things such as PDAs which you pick up from dead guards and scientists, and read through the emails and listen to audio logs, for they often have valuable information, such as cabinet codes and such. Although mostly linear, and lacking in bonus content, Doom 3 is still a solid game.… Expand
  73. Luckierkmart1
    Sep 19, 2011
    10
    The first couple of levels scared me a bit. But then the game just dragged on. All of the environments look the same, the guns feel akward, and the scares just turn silly. Also, if your going to make a game where it is incredibly dark, be sure to add night vision, not a flash light that you have to hold instead of a weapon.
  74. baryluk
    Jun 12, 2011
    8
    Good shooter, unfortunetly sometimes too hard, which leads you to play same level 50 times. It create awsome atmosphere of dark and scary Mars base with monsters and other mysteries. Graphics is good, with awsome shading and shadows, as well models. Unfortunetly often textures are of poor quality. It is also unacassarly too linear, if there is any non-linearity, then if you choise one ofGood shooter, unfortunetly sometimes too hard, which leads you to play same level 50 times. It create awsome atmosphere of dark and scary Mars base with monsters and other mysteries. Graphics is good, with awsome shading and shadows, as well models. Unfortunetly often textures are of poor quality. It is also unacassarly too linear, if there is any non-linearity, then if you choise one of the way, you will definietly will need to go back and go using "good" path, somehow stupid.… Expand
  75. TheNewSpielberg
    Apr 30, 2011
    8
    I don't mean to be a gushing fanboy, but Doom 3, in my opinion, is the best PC FPS I have ever played (next to the original Quake) and certainly the best looking also. The plot is the same as every Doom before it, you play as a nameless space marine who must make it out alive after the demons of hell overrun the base you reside in. What follows are scary moments, epic boss battles and aI don't mean to be a gushing fanboy, but Doom 3, in my opinion, is the best PC FPS I have ever played (next to the original Quake) and certainly the best looking also. The plot is the same as every Doom before it, you play as a nameless space marine who must make it out alive after the demons of hell overrun the base you reside in. What follows are scary moments, epic boss battles and a sh*tload of guns to play around with. The folks at ID really pulled out all the stops on this one, and serve up a game that entertains just as much as it frightens. One of my favorite games of all time.… Expand
  76. M_Alex
    Mar 26, 2011
    10
    This title was pretty controversial when it came out. Not because of the content, but because of te quality: many said that the final product failed to meet their expectations. This hwever was not the case with me. Furthermore, i consider it one of the best FPS games there is: I Actually still play it, so its up there with Quake and Doom 1. The graphics are lovely, and even though they noThis title was pretty controversial when it came out. Not because of the content, but because of te quality: many said that the final product failed to meet their expectations. This hwever was not the case with me. Furthermore, i consider it one of the best FPS games there is: I Actually still play it, so its up there with Quake and Doom 1. The graphics are lovely, and even though they no longer are as breathtaking as they were 7 years ago when the game came out, they still may impress. The game is painfully linear, but that's something I'm willing to look over for the sake of a good time spent playing.… Expand
  77. Canamavrick
    Jan 10, 2011
    8
    This game may be repetitive but its still enjoyable. For the time it must of had some very good graphics. The story could of been better but the dialogue is just ok. This is good game worth checking out.
  78. nERVEcenter
    Dec 12, 2010
    9
    After replaying this game, it has stricken me yet again just how masterful id Software is at crafting no-excuses video games. They took a simply story, tried and true since 1993, and crafted such a fantastically detailed, depressingly immersive world around it that you will understand exactly why the pioneer of the modern video game experience spent a full five years working on it. A lotAfter replaying this game, it has stricken me yet again just how masterful id Software is at crafting no-excuses video games. They took a simply story, tried and true since 1993, and crafted such a fantastically detailed, depressingly immersive world around it that you will understand exactly why the pioneer of the modern video game experience spent a full five years working on it. A lot of soul was poured into this game, with expansive, breathtaking, claustrophobic levels that clock in at nearly a day's worth of playtime -- not something that can be said of the shooters of 2010.

    While the antics of a deranged scientist might not be all that deep an contemplative, and while the scares might sometimes come across as cheap and closet-popping, the action for the last two-thirds of the game is absolutely frantic and paced very much like the Doom we all loved, while the demonic invasion pulls you in with no apologies for its themes. From the poorly-lit blood-soaked halls of the Delta Labs, to the awe-inspiring swathes of Martian landscape traversed on the Monorail, to the distinctly otherplanar and highly disturbing realm of Hell itself, there truly is no substitute for the world Doom 3 pulls you into with the crushing grip of a Hellknight.

    If you use a flashlight mod for your weapons, or complain about the stifling darkness of the locales, you really are missing the point. This is Mars, suffering a demonic invasion. If you want a well-lit seizure-inducing action-packed experience, the Call of Duty series might be for you. For the rest of us, this dark, disturbing romp will suffice.    … Expand
  79. Arkveveen
    Nov 23, 2010
    9
    It is a game that you either love, or hate; and to me, it still holds up to this day. I can never get bored of it; maybe it makes me a freak in the gaming community. Gorgeous artwork, that if you invest the effort into to get 1440 by 900 resolution (or higher) working along with max settings, that really holds up even to this day despite it's somewhat retro status. Solid shooting elementsIt is a game that you either love, or hate; and to me, it still holds up to this day. I can never get bored of it; maybe it makes me a freak in the gaming community. Gorgeous artwork, that if you invest the effort into to get 1440 by 900 resolution (or higher) working along with max settings, that really holds up even to this day despite it's somewhat retro status. Solid shooting elements are complimented by near perfect pacing for each combat encounter in each room as you progress; accented by scary sound effects, and stellar sound design. The only flaw with the game is the horrid multiplayer, somewhat lackluster storyline, and the effort it takes to get the game to run on higher resolutions; you'll find the solution to THAT one is easier than you think! Otherwise, this game stands out in my Steam library as a true classic regardless of the divided Doom fan base and it's opinions on this game.… Expand
  80. tarekmallo
    Oct 4, 2010
    9
    While not as classy and genre defining as the original, Doom 3 contains a rich scary atmosphere, outstanding visuals and creepy sound effects. It's just a shame about the actual gameplay and the horrible multiplayer. But for a Doom fan this is a must.
  81. ramanvirk
    Sep 21, 2010
    10
    Awesome visuals, terrifying environment make it the best horror FPS game till date. Darkness in the game is just perfect to engross you. The game also has a great repeat value.
  82. baseballduder
    Sep 21, 2010
    10
    I loved playing this game, It was really scary and really in your face. It tries to scare you in the game by popping out instead of the chills down your spine scary you get in the F.E.A.R Series. It has alot of erie moments in the game. I loved all the detail they put in the game. It was one of my favorite. It is a must buy for any FPS shooter fan. Get it and you wont regret it!!
  83. DazX
    Jan 10, 2010
    10
    Scary, fun, José Luccioni on french voiceovers (xD), I can't think of anything bad in this game. I never met any bug, glitch or anything. The game's beautiful, even nowadays, AND fun as hell.
  84. KestasK
    Jan 4, 2010
    9
    First time I saw the demo it seemed like more of a tech demo than an actual game, but I recently got it cheap and decided to give it an honest go. It is produced very well, the story isn't just an excuse for the game to happen but is done very well. "Hell breaks loose on a Mars research outpost" sounds cliche, but they really run with it. It is scary, but only in the way Doom I&II First time I saw the demo it seemed like more of a tech demo than an actual game, but I recently got it cheap and decided to give it an honest go. It is produced very well, the story isn't just an excuse for the game to happen but is done very well. "Hell breaks loose on a Mars research outpost" sounds cliche, but they really run with it. It is scary, but only in the way Doom I&II were. The gameplay, enemies, and weapons are all very much like previous Doom games, as is the level design. The basic concepts behind Doom have been hugely modernized, some extras added to enrich the story, but really it's Doom gameplay executed brilliantly for mid-late 2000s hardware. If that appeals to you you should have already checked it out by now, if it doesn't then avoid, but either way this doesn't deserve the people who say this is just a tech demo, it really is a proper game.… Expand
  85. DavidS.
    Oct 7, 2009
    9
    You know, I didn't pay full price for this game, so maybe my opinion is biased, but I'm actually having quite a lot of fun. It's not Penumbra: Overture terrifying, but the atmosphere is tense. The weapons aren't anything terribly unique, but they are actually quite well designed with nice little details (for instance, the SMG will leave smoke hovering in the air if You know, I didn't pay full price for this game, so maybe my opinion is biased, but I'm actually having quite a lot of fun. It's not Penumbra: Overture terrifying, but the atmosphere is tense. The weapons aren't anything terribly unique, but they are actually quite well designed with nice little details (for instance, the SMG will leave smoke hovering in the air if fired for an extended period of time). The actual action was, in my opinion, very fun and visceral. Although more destructible environments would have been a plus, and corpses staying on the ground after dying would have been nice too, I think I actually prefer the combat in Doom 3 to the combat in FEAR (yes, I said it). If you want an experience more akin to the original Dooms, pick up the amazing game 'Painkiller'. But if you want an evolved version of Doom, this is a great game to play.… Expand
  86. Doomed
    Jul 12, 2009
    10
    Doom 3 is absolutely great just as it's expansion pack Resurrection of Evil. I thought this game was so outstanding until I played System Shock 2 and I found that the similarities we pretty evident. I don't view Doom 3 as a rip-off of System Shock 2 because the gameplay is so different. The gameplay in System Shock 2 is very complex while the gameplay in Doom 3 is rather just Doom 3 is absolutely great just as it's expansion pack Resurrection of Evil. I thought this game was so outstanding until I played System Shock 2 and I found that the similarities we pretty evident. I don't view Doom 3 as a rip-off of System Shock 2 because the gameplay is so different. The gameplay in System Shock 2 is very complex while the gameplay in Doom 3 is rather just plain old school (at least the hero has been given the ability to jump!). I love both Doom 3 and System Shock 2 because they're great science fiction horror games. The old Doom games just suck. They're so old now and the only really memorable old shooters are Duke Nukem 3D and Blood. Doom 3 actually made me love a game from the Doom series. The game has superb graphics and sound - and these create a terryfying atmosphere. The new updated monster designs are just high quality and some monsters have been completely altered (like the hell knight). The imp I remember from the old games was just a pixelated brown thing that threw fireballs, but now it's a creepy beast that scares the shit out of me. The four bosses include a female spider mutant, a dragon who's actually blind and needs small "searchers" to navigate, a grotesque half flesh and half machine tank carrying a BFG and at the end you'll meet the boss you maybe already know: the cyber demon. I really recommend this game to everyone who loves first person shooters because this game is definitely worth the experience. I think [abc def] is pretty right with his statements. Give this game a try!… Expand
  87. abcdef
    Jan 6, 2009
    8
    OK this a more a review on these user reviews than Doom 3. First I think I should clear up a few things, as many of these user reviews are entirely wrong. So wrong in fact that it seems as if they've played another game, couldn't remember its name and then for some reason come to the conclusion that the game that they played was called Doom 3. For example, Andy D mentions a OK this a more a review on these user reviews than Doom 3. First I think I should clear up a few things, as many of these user reviews are entirely wrong. So wrong in fact that it seems as if they've played another game, couldn't remember its name and then for some reason come to the conclusion that the game that they played was called Doom 3. For example, Andy D mentions a level where you go to heaven and become an angel. Don't know what he's talking about as there's no such level. Benjamin L mentions a gravity gun. That's in the game's expansion pack and not in the game itself. He also complains that there's only one boss in the entire game, which is ridiculous considering that there's 4 very distinct bosses and some encounters which can be considered mini-boss battles. The list of inaccuracies goes on, as people who claim to have only played the game for 15 minutes reckon they can review it. I reckon it takes a while to really get into any game. Doom 3 is a very repetitive and basic FPS and it's not all that scary but it does have an eerie and tense environment and some very good moments. Most Doom fans wanted to see their favourite child hood game remade and that's exactly what ID have done and they've accomplished this very well. It allows fans to play the original Doom games but now it looks and plays much better. If Doom 3 had an extensive plot and a set of new weapons all with alternative ammo and firing modes it still would have been canned by gamers for destroying the Doom franchise. If you gave this game a 0 its because you don't like FPS horror survival games...so if you're not a fan of the genre why are you playing and reviewing this game. If you are fan of this genre and gave it a 0 then there's something wrong considering that this is much more fun than most horror survival FPS' and has a far simpler plot than all the others which attempt stories which are usually convoluted or undeveloped, like F.E.A.R or Condemned.… Expand
  88. KyleS
    Dec 24, 2008
    8
    This game was amazing for it's time. Even today I play it. You can make the game change to any resolution to anything you want through the .cfg files but a lot of people didn't know that so it was hard to change it. It does support 5.1 Surround sound witch comes in handy for people with surround sounds. It actually makes the game scary because you know were they are but cant This game was amazing for it's time. Even today I play it. You can make the game change to any resolution to anything you want through the .cfg files but a lot of people didn't know that so it was hard to change it. It does support 5.1 Surround sound witch comes in handy for people with surround sounds. It actually makes the game scary because you know were they are but cant find them to realize they will jump out into your face. The weapons didn't look the best but still had some good choices. The adventure of finding PDA's to get into doors made it more then just a run a shoot game. The light though is the problem. Running around with a flashlight then having to switch back into another weapon made it hard but wasn't a total disaster. Over all a good games with some little miner flaws.… Expand
  89. AlexD.
    Nov 2, 2008
    10
    This game is an icon. The first trully next-gen title. It knows 16:9 screen aspect ratio, it also knows 4:3; it can do correct 5.1 sound, one cand set the controls as one pleases, and can easily change the field of view. It's a PC game, a game played on a controller with a hundred buttons, and it's well aware of that. The story isn't something new, just plain old cheap This game is an icon. The first trully next-gen title. It knows 16:9 screen aspect ratio, it also knows 4:3; it can do correct 5.1 sound, one cand set the controls as one pleases, and can easily change the field of view. It's a PC game, a game played on a controller with a hundred buttons, and it's well aware of that. The story isn't something new, just plain old cheap scare; the idea is that you'll be so scared while playing, due to the proper use of the 3D video and audio engine, that you'll want out of the grim Mars environment depicted. Excellent use of lighting and positional sound, with eerie effects, good intuitive control, and memorable jump-off-your-seat corridor fights. A must get.… Expand
  90. GeorgeL
    Oct 26, 2008
    9
    I love video games. If I don't, I wouldn't be writing this review right now. But overall, I have never experienced a game where I say that it's scary. I've played games that were awesome, but seldom do I even describe the game as scary. After Doom 3 came out, however, things suddenly changed. I heard from some friends that the game was just a freaking scary game I love video games. If I don't, I wouldn't be writing this review right now. But overall, I have never experienced a game where I say that it's scary. I've played games that were awesome, but seldom do I even describe the game as scary. After Doom 3 came out, however, things suddenly changed. I heard from some friends that the game was just a freaking scary game that'll make you crap in your pants. So, being skeptical as always, I decided to try it out. I first downloaded the demo, and after beating that, I went to sleep that night with a chill in my spine. That was the first time I actually felt fear from a video game. I was immediately hooked. I went out, bought a copy, plugged it in, and played. I could never play for more than an hour before the scary, dark atmosphere becomes too much. I took constant breaks. The graphics were great, the audio was exceptional, and overall, the gameplay was just plain unpredictable. Even when I played levels that I played before, I still move hesitantly, because, even though I expect them coming, they still feel frightening after they pop out. Sure, this game could become a really repetitive shooter, but the scary atmosphere and frightenly life like facility make this game one of my favorite First Person Shooters of all time, simply because of the chilling atmosphere and story, as well as the BFG 9000 (personally, my favorite weapon of all time in a video game).… Expand
  91. AnonymousMC
    Sep 11, 2008
    9
    One of the most frightening experiences you'll ever encounter in a PC or Xbox game. It should be understood, however, that Doom 3 delivers best in it's single-player and flops in its multiplayer. If you're expecting to relive the good ol' days of Doom's fast-paced, kill-em'-all style, then Doom 3 will disappoint.

    Worth playing through at least once, and if    One of the most frightening experiences you'll ever encounter in a PC or Xbox game. It should be understood, however, that Doom 3 delivers best in it's single-player and flops in its multiplayer. If you're expecting to relive the good ol' days of Doom's fast-paced, kill-em'-all style, then Doom 3 will disappoint.

    Worth playing through at least once, and if you can handle it...twice.    … Expand
  92. MatthewGoad
    Aug 11, 2008
    10
    It really breathes life back into the Doom series.
  93. MichaelO.
    Jul 15, 2008
    10
    If you like Scary game this game is for YOU It will scare the living out of you.
  94. Chandu
    Apr 2, 2008
    9
    Doom 3 is a fantastic game, but it might not appeal to everyone. The graphics are brilliant and its one of those few games that can rival the survival horror games to be found on the console.
  95. TimC.
    Apr 2, 2008
    9
    An excellent reworking of a much loved classic. Weapons, enemies and level design are reminiscent to the old series of games, beautifully created the game generates a tense and gritty atmosphere of horror which will keep the player on the edge of the seat until the end. Once again ID show us that they are the leading developers of FPS's. Brilliant.
  96. PaulL.
    Mar 15, 2008
    10
    Many say it defined a genre from day 1, and that is still true and frankly, I don't see it changing for many years to come.
  97. KevinD.
    Mar 2, 2008
    10
    This game was, the atmospheres playing it at night with headphone on was creepy and playing it on nightmare trying to kill the last boss was indeed hard.
  98. AgulH.
    Feb 28, 2008
    9
    The graphics of this game were groundbraking. But I don't like the graphical Style in this game. But still this game is made to scare you. And it will. At least if you have a good Soundcard. The Music is brilliant and the Sounds are excellent.
  99. ChrisC.
    Feb 21, 2008
    10
    Awesome graphics. Amazingly dark, fear-drenched atmosphere. And fun. The set-pieces, while VERY repetitive, are fun to carry through nonetheless, with extremely visceral, "Oh my God how did I survive that" combat against some scary demons. Some of the most detailed level design ever, with a Martian-facility theme that manages to pump out some very unique, distinguishable locales. A great Awesome graphics. Amazingly dark, fear-drenched atmosphere. And fun. The set-pieces, while VERY repetitive, are fun to carry through nonetheless, with extremely visceral, "Oh my God how did I survive that" combat against some scary demons. Some of the most detailed level design ever, with a Martian-facility theme that manages to pump out some very unique, distinguishable locales. A great game, scary and epic the first time through. Remember to turn the lights off, close the blinds, crank up the 5.1, and be ready to crap your pants!… Expand
  100. RobertB.
    Feb 2, 2008
    10
    Easily the best game for its time.
prev
Page:

Awards & Rankings

14
#14 Best PC Game of 2004
4
#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
3
#3 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 83 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 77 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 83
  3. Negative: 0 out of 83
  1. Gaming Horizon
    94
    The graphics are amazing (mind you, even on a mediocre system), the sound is amazing (if you don’t have a 5.1 system yet, consider it), and the game is downright scary.
    Read full review
  2. AtomicGamer
    93
    DOOM 3 smashes through all the hype and delivers a grand slam of action, story, atmosphere, and pure terror.
    Read full review
  3. Yahoo!
    90
    So perfectly constructed, so deliciously immersive and downright elegant, that demands for more seem crass. It might not be the very best shooter out there, but it's the more visually stunning and successfully atmospheric than any game we've had the pleasure to play.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »