DOOM

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 595 Ratings

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  1. Refreshment
    Oct 2, 2019
    8
    This game has become one of my favorites first person shooters and the game of the saga i liked the most. It has loads of frenetic ation, what makes it really fun and addictive.
    The campaing mode is by far the best of the two game modes availables for the Nintendo switch. You'll have to pass trough incredibly well designed levels smashing demons that will have no mercy with you equipped    This game has become one of my favorites first person shooters and the game of the saga i liked the most. It has loads of frenetic ation, what makes it really fun and addictive.
    The campaing mode is by far the best of the two game modes availables for the Nintendo switch. You'll have to pass trough incredibly well designed levels smashing demons that will have no mercy with you equipped with a great variety of weapons.
    I liked the online mode more than i expected, i found it entertaining and that's all.
    About the switch port, it's unbeliavable that a game such as Doom can run on a NSW so well. Of course it doesn't look so good like in the others platforms... However, Panic button did a great job. The only problem i find remarkable in this version is the lack of a level editor, which was very amusing to play.    … Expand
  2. tbv121
    Nov 14, 2017
    8
    Ridiculous fun, and money well spent in my opinion.

    I played this game from start to finish in handheld mode, and there are many highs and a couple of lows, which can be patched in the future. OK, let's tackle the elephant in the room: PERFORMANCE and GRAPHICS. No, this is not as shiny as PS4 and PC, but you need to see this game in handheld mode in person. And no, it certainly    Ridiculous fun, and money well spent in my opinion.

    I played this game from start to finish in handheld mode, and there are many highs and a couple of lows, which can be patched in the future.

    OK, let's tackle the elephant in the room:

    PERFORMANCE and GRAPHICS.

    No, this is not as shiny as PS4 and PC, but you need to see this game in handheld mode in person. And no, it certainly does not hit 720p in handheld, despite what the devs tell you. I have played too many 720p games in handheld mode to tell the difference...

    However, it looks pretty damn good in handheld mode. You will be going holy sh*t every two seconds because the game looks dope in handheld mode. Lighting, creepy atmosphere, sparks, explosions, towering bosses (TWO ONLY, unfortunately) look great in handheld mode. The best AAA game you have seen on a tablet yet without question!!

    Framerate is where this game sometimes suffers (heavy firefights are a huge culprit), at least for now. I played it on ULTRA-VIOLENCE, and when things got hot, it was like the engine got dipped in molasses. Digital Foundry blamed it on frame pacing, and claimed it could be patched, so there is that. However, those slowdowns don't occur in all scenarios, it is just something to note in case you are super sensitive to frame drops.

    There is also a weird glitch that makes doom guy not move at full speed when strafing to the left sometimes, as if he hit a wall. This leads to a lot of deaths and can happen at random, so watch out!

    Another annoying glitch is the sound cut-off glitch. It can be fixed by a checkpoint reload/restarting the game, so yeah. That sucks, but not a deal breaker as it happened to me a few times.

    Gameplay

    Don't let 30fps stop you from getting this. This game at 30fps plays very well. Not as well as 60fps obviously, but I was pleasantly surprised with how I was absolutely destroying demons IN HANDHELD MODE!! Jesus, there are no words to describe how awesome this game plays, just try out a friend's copy or something, this game is off the chain on Nintendo Switch!

    Before you try handheld mode, try my analog settings and hopefully you will be a demon slaying machine on-the-go:

    HORIZONTAL SENSITIVITY - 14%
    VERTICAL SENSITIVITY - 14%
    LOOK SMOOTHING - 70%

    Story

    Story is meh. If you want story, play a Telltale game. Or else Doom Guy will curb-stomp you like an imp.

    Multiplayer

    Some people say they enjoyed it, but not me. Probably because visually and frame-rate wise it performs kinda lame (IN HANDHELD MODE). You could check it out in TV mode, but it just did not interest me in the slightest. But hey, you may like it, so go ahead and see.

    Arcade Mode

    More demon slaying, so it probably is good. I haven't tried it yet, but seeing how the campaign gameplay was solid, I have no doubt arcade will be lit as well.

    Conclusion

    Congrats to Nintendo, Bethesda and Panic Button for getting this game on the Switch. It makes for a powerful statement to the gaming community, as well as gives us fans the much needed 3rd party support.

    Just checked out L.A. Noire, and that game is looking sweet as well. I suppose my prayers were answered, and now my Switch is doing exactly what my Vita should have done 5 years ago...

    8.5/10, because Metacritic hates in-betweens!!    … Expand
  3. Sergio2812
    Nov 14, 2017
    8
    Игра восхитительно смотрится на Switch пусть даже в 720р почти без просадок за крайне редким исключением, но все же ценник СЛИШКОМ КУСАЧИЙ!
  4. xortim
    Feb 20, 2019
    8
    It's impressive that Bethesda got Doom running on the switch as well as it does. If you purchased this expecting a PS4 or PC quality graphics on the Switch, why did you buy a Switch? 8/10 because it runs, looks as good as any Switch game is going to look and satisfies my need to murder demons with an chainsaw while waiting in an airport terminal. Take that /r/pcmasterrace
  5. tauandenisbruno
    Aug 19, 2018
    8
    About the Switch version: OK, Is a good experience even runing at 30fps 720p. I guess the textures is the real problem here, some times looks soo strange.
    About the game: Is real good fu***ng game!! Now on the go!
  6. McMuffineer
    Aug 8, 2018
    8
    I've only played the demo so take my review with a grain of salt. The graphics are really good, slightly worse on the switch. The game is animated well, Doom guy looks awesome, the monsters feel real, and it is overall an enjoyable experience. However, this game can be relatively demanding at times. The gameplay is incredibly fun, though. I thought deaths would be drawn out and long withI've only played the demo so take my review with a grain of salt. The graphics are really good, slightly worse on the switch. The game is animated well, Doom guy looks awesome, the monsters feel real, and it is overall an enjoyable experience. However, this game can be relatively demanding at times. The gameplay is incredibly fun, though. I thought deaths would be drawn out and long with blood and guts all over the place, but it cuts to the chase. Overall the game is worth playing.… Expand
  7. mirthy
    Sep 30, 2018
    8
    DOOM Switch is one of the best First Person Shooters I've played in years. The market has become over saturated with these boring, generic and overall samey games. Whether it's Call Of Duty going too far into the future, Halo stooping to a level never seen before or even ones who try to come back like Duke Nukem: Forever absolutely bombed. Then came along DOOM (2016) who single handed-lyDOOM Switch is one of the best First Person Shooters I've played in years. The market has become over saturated with these boring, generic and overall samey games. Whether it's Call Of Duty going too far into the future, Halo stooping to a level never seen before or even ones who try to come back like Duke Nukem: Forever absolutely bombed. Then came along DOOM (2016) who single handed-ly one-up-ed the entire FPS market in one very gruesome Glory Kill.

    The first thing to mention about DOOM is that the main reason why it's such a breath of fresh air, the controls and progression. It's simple really, you shoot, you move, you jump, and you switch weapons. Sometimes Grenades and Mods are thrown into the mix, but overall it isn't very complex. No, where DOOM really shines is the progression. DOOM has a very similar progression to Metroidvanias, in the fact that it's semi-open world. Nothing is prohibited from the start, however in order to do better in combat you will need to find upgrades for your weapons' Mod/s. This way, it opens the gates to different types of players. If you want to be an unstoppable badass then better get searching. If you want to challenge yourself then choose to limit the abilities of your Mods, and see how much pain you can take.

    Another thing the game excels at is the introduction, which may be one of the best introductions to a video game ever. It does everything a intro/first level needs to do. Introduces most of the mechanics to the player in a simple but effective manner, but if you've already played the game you can just speed through it like it's nothing. It gives enough plot so that those you just want action knows what their doing, but pulls those who want to know more in, and they can read the lore entries and get accustomed to the World(s) and their inhabitants. Not to mention, it has one of the most badass scenes ever, with the Doom Guy/Doom Slayer destroying an elevator control panel and having the main theme kick in. It's just pure, unadulterated manliness.

    However, this game is not without its flaws. For starters, the grenades are kinda weak. The energy siphon gives back little health, the hologram on takes away some aggro from the demons, and the Frag is almost useless. There's also a very weird difficulty spike at the penultimate level, that doesn't make any sense. And while movement was fast, it wasn't good for the platforming sections. The amount of demons in the game doesn't bother me, as I prefer a game to have fewer enemies, but great enemy placement, rather than a large variety. The sequel to this game, DOOM: Eternal, seems to be fixing all of these problems, but at the time of this review it isn't out yet. One thing the Switch version does suffer from is some rare lag, 30 fps cap and the textures taking a hit worse than a Berserker Kill on a Baron of Hell. Though, this doesn't affect the gameplay too much, and these aren't an issue on the other versions.

    Overall, DOOM (2016) is a fantastic game held back by some stupid decisions and inevitable drawbacks, but if you put those aside, it's amazing. I'm certainly getting the sequel at launch.    … Expand
  8. Don_Leudyn
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    Un juego de disparo de pura accion; Entretenido y divertido para los amante de los DOOM. Este recreso de la franquicia es para chuparce los dedos y gozarlo.
  9. Spsteveo
    Sep 30, 2019
    8
    Tense brutal shooter. Runs smoothly, lovely graphics and the soundtrack is typical doom with the bass thumping it just adds to the experience.

    Not a particularly a fan of first person shooters, but this definitely for me is an enjoyable experience.
  10. jens76
    Dec 7, 2022
    8
    Natürlich ist jetzt alles außer Kontrolle, ja, aber es war das Risiko wert, das versichere ich dir. Ich bin endlich frei, bester Soundtrack auf der Switch.
  11. Deadrisingfan
    May 5, 2020
    8
    Doom is a extremely fun game that shouldn’t even be possible on the Nintendo switch the graphics are still good on the switch even if it is a little blurry but I don’t care it is only 30 FPS though which kinda sucks because the other versions on PC XBOX ONE and ps4 run at 60 FPS but it still is a solid 30 FPS and I have never seen it drop this a technologically impressive port on aDoom is a extremely fun game that shouldn’t even be possible on the Nintendo switch the graphics are still good on the switch even if it is a little blurry but I don’t care it is only 30 FPS though which kinda sucks because the other versions on PC XBOX ONE and ps4 run at 60 FPS but it still is a solid 30 FPS and I have never seen it drop this a technologically impressive port on a portable console made by Nintendo and Nintendo consoles are known for not being the most powerful consoles so this is extremely impressive… Expand
  12. Roigo-conT
    Aug 24, 2020
    8
    doom un clasico first person shooter ha llegado a nintendo switch y valla el juego corre demasiado bien en la hybrida de nintendo digo no como en ps4 pero es aceptable tanto como en portatil como en el modo televisión una buena opción para los usuarios de switch
  13. Luiserfer
    May 2, 2021
    8
    Doom en switch es una pasada y se va de los mejores juegos técnicamente. en la consola
  14. AdamStell
    Feb 13, 2023
    8
    Very good port. Stable 30 FPS it’s enough for me. I had a great time with this game
  15. FreedomFighters
    Mar 4, 2018
    7
    *DISCLAIMER: This review will specifically discuss the Switch version of "DOOM" and is not an overall assessment of the game, but rather an assessment of the port itself. I previously reviewed the game on the PlayStation 4 and rewarded it a 10 out of 10. Head to my profile if you want to read that review and hear my actual thoughts on the core game itself.*
    I've gone on record on numerous    *DISCLAIMER: This review will specifically discuss the Switch version of "DOOM" and is not an overall assessment of the game, but rather an assessment of the port itself. I previously reviewed the game on the PlayStation 4 and rewarded it a 10 out of 10. Head to my profile if you want to read that review and hear my actual thoughts on the core game itself.*
    I've gone on record on numerous occasions to say that the 2016 "DOOM" remake was not only one of my favorite PlayStation 4 games, but one of my overall favorite video games. Yeah, sure, it was my first experience with the series, but I had an absolute blast with the game. It had all the things a great "DOOM" game should have (at least, based on my little research): incredible visuals, extremely fun, fast-paced and action-packed gameplay, smooth controls, and a ton of badass moments. So, when hearing that this game I loved so much was heading to the Nintendo Switch, I was admittedly a bit intrigued: would a game that huge, that graphically intense, and that fast actually translate well to the Switch, specifically when taking the system as a portable? Well, I'm here to report that, for the most part, it does!
    "DOOM" on the Nintendo Switch retains all of the things that made the original great, and it's honestly a miracle that the game can run on the Switch pretty solidly. Sure, the game is downgraded to 30 FPS, but it's an overall quite smooth 30 FPS (though I recommend turning off the motion blur and the chromatic aberration), and while the resolution was downgraded, the game still looks just fine visually. On top of that, the portable experience is great in and of itself, and the game still feels great regardless of whether or not you're playing it docked or undocked.
    Obviously, however, those downgrades are pretty noticeable: certain effects and models obviously look worse on the Switch version, and while the experience as a whole is quite smooth, there is some occasional frame dipping. Now, for me, it wasn't TOO distracting, and the game still performed fine enough, but some might be a bit turn-off by that. On top of that, I did run into a few noticeable glitches here and there, and again, they weren't game-breaking, but they were slightly distracting.
    "DOOM" on the Switch is a marvel in and of itself: the fact that the game was even able to run without the Switch completely imploding is a miracle on its own, and the fact that the game, downgrades and all, still performs and looks fine on the system (even in handheld mode), is even more impressive to me. Of course, the downgrades are there and they are noticeable, but they luckily don't distract too much from the game as a whole. So, is it worth buying the Switch port if you already own the game elsewhere? Well, if you love "DOOM" but aren't begging to have a portable version of it, then obviously, the other versions should suit you just fine, but if you want to be able to take it on the go with you and play it whenever you please, most definitely. It's honestly just a matter of "knowing thy self" with this one. It's obvious the developers had to cut some corners to get it on the Switch, but they aren't all that bad at the end of the day, so if you're looking for the "DOOM" experience on the go, or you just need a fun, high-adrenaline shooter on your Switch, "DOOM" is definitely a solid option. Sure, it doesn't stack up to it's other console counterparts in performance or visuals, but it's still one hell of a ride on the Nintendo Switch.
    Final rating: 7 out of 10 "Good"    … Expand
  16. saxo27
    Nov 22, 2017
    7
    I have never played Doom before. I even havent' played a shooter in years. I am not enjoying this game too much. It is hard to see everything on the portable screen (I only play in portable mode). I turned off motion blur and the other setting (abberation? I cannot recall the term). This helped a bit to make the game appear a bit more clear and crisp. It looks fine and plays fine. However,I have never played Doom before. I even havent' played a shooter in years. I am not enjoying this game too much. It is hard to see everything on the portable screen (I only play in portable mode). I turned off motion blur and the other setting (abberation? I cannot recall the term). This helped a bit to make the game appear a bit more clear and crisp. It looks fine and plays fine. However, after playing games that look very crisp in portable mode like Mario, Zelda, Steamworld and Fire Emblem Warriors, I am having a hard time with this game. The gameplay is ok. It's just run and gun, explore a bit, run and gun some more. Dunno. Not really enthralled with this game as others claim to be. OK gameplay and hard to make out visuals makes it a bit of a let down. Still ok.… Expand
  17. dogget76
    Nov 14, 2017
    7
    Doom è stato ficcato a forza dentro la Switch senza perdere praticamente nulla in termini di contenuti, i dubbi invece arrivano sul fronte tecnico.
    in modalità docked avrebbe sicuramente più senso dedicarsi alle versioni "originali", ben più fluide e definite, rendendo così 'Doom Switch' imprescindibile solo per chi non possiede un'altra console.
    In modalità portatile il gioco di    Doom è stato ficcato a forza dentro la Switch senza perdere praticamente nulla in termini di contenuti, i dubbi invece arrivano sul fronte tecnico.
    in modalità docked avrebbe sicuramente più senso dedicarsi alle versioni "originali", ben più fluide e definite, rendendo così 'Doom Switch' imprescindibile solo per chi non possiede un'altra console.
    In modalità portatile il gioco di Bethesda acquista invece tutto un altro senso: chi non vorrebbe blastare i demoni di marte in mobilità, magari su un treno, in auto o in aereo? Rimangono però i dubbi riguardo ai controlli e al framerate. Non si può negare che la ridotta fluidità (30 fps?) sia un problema in un gioco così frenetico, e che anche i controlli in questo non aiutino proprio. (Sarebbe infatti necessario acquistare un pro controller).
    Non dimentichiamo poi la ridottissima definizione e il fastidioso effetto blur, particolarmente fastidioso in modalità portatile.
    Sì, giocare a Doom in mobilità è possibile, e questo è già un mezzo miracolo. Ma c'è ovviamente un prezzo da pagare .    … Expand
  18. b00lpr0p
    Dec 5, 2018
    7
    It's an OK game with a lot of action and a high level difficulty, but after 10 hours it becomes to be boring, because it is always the same: shoot, shoot and shoot.
  19. toonlinkman
    Dec 17, 2018
    7
    This game doesn't compare to Halo 2 or Far Cry 5. I generally prefer horror stealth games. This game was a bit of disappointment to me. I have only put in about 5 hours over a year. If you like this genre of game you should probably buy it on Switch as there isn't much competition. If this genre isn't one for you, then this game might not have enough edge to keep you gripped to completion.
  20. mtkf
    Dec 30, 2020
    7
    Great combat but the levels are way too repetitive and bland. The whole Mars atmosphere gets really dull on the eyes after a while.
  21. WPB
    Oct 13, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The BEST Mario party I've ever played. So much fun, the music slaps and the minigames are amazing, Mario's costume design is different to usual, but the change is welcome. Mario with a chainsaw slicing monsters is a very cool take on the character and I can't wait to see what changes Nintendo make to his character in the future.… Expand
  22. Jerg4n
    Apr 27, 2023
    7
    The port is seriously impressive, and the game is good too. It's an adrenaline rush that revitalizes the Doom franchise in a modern fashion, while having some great nods to the originals.
  23. latostadora4
    Nov 12, 2017
    6
    El juego no vale la pena a 60 dolares y menos con tantos problemas de rendimiento, en las hordas cargadas de enemigos el juego sufre en resolucion y fps, pero sin embargo el juego mantiene la esencia de un doom, en verdad un doom portatil es una locura, solo modo portatil vale la pena y a unos 30 dolares en (digital). Sin embargo en modo dock es un cancer visual, es un buen juego que sigueEl juego no vale la pena a 60 dolares y menos con tantos problemas de rendimiento, en las hordas cargadas de enemigos el juego sufre en resolucion y fps, pero sin embargo el juego mantiene la esencia de un doom, en verdad un doom portatil es una locura, solo modo portatil vale la pena y a unos 30 dolares en (digital). Sin embargo en modo dock es un cancer visual, es un buen juego que sigue siendo doom pero que sufre hasta la muerte en modo dock.… Expand
  24. Figster512
    Jan 20, 2018
    6
    Doom is a great game, but it is not for me. I am a huge fan of the original Doom on the PS1, but not the reboot. The gameplay is great, the graphics are decent on the Switch, and it runs alright. But I have the same problem with this version as I did with the PS4 version, and that's the fact that I spent about 3 hours on a level. The maps are too large to the point where you can't figureDoom is a great game, but it is not for me. I am a huge fan of the original Doom on the PS1, but not the reboot. The gameplay is great, the graphics are decent on the Switch, and it runs alright. But I have the same problem with this version as I did with the PS4 version, and that's the fact that I spent about 3 hours on a level. The maps are too large to the point where you can't figure out where to go. As a result, I couldn't bring myself to finish the game. As the Angry Video Game Nerd put it in one of his videos (for a different game) "If you want a good 'where the f*** do I go' type of game you'll enjoy this one."… Expand
  25. titten
    Oct 13, 2022
    6
    About the Switch port:

    It plays great in handheld mode (30fps stable), but the graphics are seriously blurry (it's 576p but looks like 360p at times). When you play in docked mode it looks better, however the input lag skyrockets to the point that it's almost unbearable to play (the worst input lag i've encountered in a switch game so far). The UI is not reworked for the Switch - the    About the Switch port:

    It plays great in handheld mode (30fps stable), but the graphics are seriously blurry (it's 576p but looks like 360p at times). When you play in docked mode it looks better, however the input lag skyrockets to the point that it's almost unbearable to play (the worst input lag i've encountered in a switch game so far).

    The UI is not reworked for the Switch - the fonts are super tiny and in handheld mode it's painfully hard to read. A little more work here and it would make a huge difference to the overall experience.    … Expand
  26. Quitrightnow
    Nov 22, 2017
    6
    Doom for the switch is better on PC. This is not a game for the switch console. Its to bloody i want Mario games and cute rabbits please! Please remove this game from the switch its a disgrace!
  27. alucard5
    Sep 7, 2019
    6
    I like Doom a lot, this patched version on Switch works very well. In my opinion the controls are not easy to handle when playing in portable mode. I can only play this docked and survive. I would like cheats to be added to make the game more fun.
  28. Dr_Uid
    Apr 28, 2020
    6
    Some of challenges become inhuman with directing with joysticks with a such huge blind zone which makes accurate aiming impossible. I tried to move cross-hair really slightly, but at first I got no reaction from joystick movement and after the blind zone is finished cross-hair moved too fast and i couldn't control it. Such big blind zones totally suck. Joysticks work this way only in theSome of challenges become inhuman with directing with joysticks with a such huge blind zone which makes accurate aiming impossible. I tried to move cross-hair really slightly, but at first I got no reaction from joystick movement and after the blind zone is finished cross-hair moved too fast and i couldn't control it. Such big blind zones totally suck. Joysticks work this way only in the game. If you try to calibrate joystick in consoles setting every very slight movement is read clearly.
    Necessity of restart of final boss battle due to a bag which doesn't allow you to finish the game totally sucks as well.    … Expand
  29. vahn
    Jul 17, 2018
    5
    Once again, say it with me, "do you have Doom from pc or any other console before? Then don't bother because this is both the worst version you can get and the most overpriced one to boot: this game is NOT worth the 60 buck asking price.

    But if you never got doom before...well that's much difficult to answer: the game itself is objectively the worst version of all console ports but it's    Once again, say it with me, "do you have Doom from pc or any other console before? Then don't bother because this is both the worst version you can get and the most overpriced one to boot: this game is NOT worth the 60 buck asking price.

    But if you never got doom before...well that's much difficult to answer: the game itself is objectively the worst version of all console ports but it's still quite amazing on how they managed to make it run without too many issues. Yes it's downgraded but for good reasons and It's really hard to judge it: they managed to make a massive game like doom work on a switch and that's really commendable.

    I mean sure it's a console port of a pc game and you'll have the usual issues with the sticks but that's expected from a console versions: you can't expect the smoothness of a pc and you can't even plug an usb keyboard and mouse to make it work properly (or else it wouldn't be nintendo).

    Too bad they still **** up in two ways: the game STILL requires a download (about 8gb) for multiplayer and other content features that will snatch away your already poor memory of the switch because nintendo didn't think of adding an internal SD or memory to help with data, that would be too freaking logical. Screw the ps4 or xbone with their 1tb of storage: 25gb is all you need and if you want more spend hundreds of bucks for a measly 128gb memory update. TOTALLY BETTER!

    But what kills it is the price point...I'm sorry but 60 euros for a nearly 2-year-old game, a game you can literally find anywhere for cheap, a game I spent 7 bucks on steam to buy and literally has everything you can ask (including the snapmap, which is missing on the switch), and they DARE to ask us full price again? Of course I can't recommend it: if this came out together with other versions I would say otherwise but I simply CANNOT recommend a fully price port of an old game.

    And no, the portability is not a reason enough to be worth the price because if I have to be a mean bastard I can reply with "buy a portable computer and get doom on it: even on low setting it will look much better than the switch version. And you can even hook a keyboard and mouse!"

    So, to put it simply, the game is a real marvel in terms of technicalities and I simply couldn't ignore that, but it's the price point that makes it hard to recommend, especially when you can simply get it anywhere - ANY-FREAKING-WHERE - for cheaper.

    Oh sure if you buy this version you'll finally be able to play it while you're on the toilet woohoo, good waste of money for 3 hours of gameplay (or even less, considering how powerful doom is), but if you're smart and value your money - which I'm sure you do - I HIGHLY recommend it if you find it CHEAP and ONLY if it's CHEAP, as the game is simply not worth 60 bucks, not after 2 years of its initial release.

    Or if you like wasting money and you're starving for new games on your switch, then go ahead: I'm sure those countless sales won't come back at tormenting you...    … Expand
  30. gothicm3rcy
    Nov 15, 2017
    5
    anyone giving the game a 10 is crazy....a 10 is "perfect" but as we all know, people just do scoring to raise the percentages.
    firstly, kudos to Bethesda for even doing this....it will help Nintendo to get more 3rd parties involved.
    Secondly, does it run well? hmm yes and no. The downgrade is quie substantial as to be expected...and in docked mode its pretty awful and blurry...digital    anyone giving the game a 10 is crazy....a 10 is "perfect" but as we all know, people just do scoring to raise the percentages.
    firstly, kudos to Bethesda for even doing this....it will help Nintendo to get more 3rd parties involved.
    Secondly, does it run well? hmm yes and no. The downgrade is quie substantial as to be expected...and in docked mode its pretty awful and blurry...digital foundary did a performance test on the game...and the resolution drops as low as 300p in places. The framerate is ok sometimes, but the irregular latency between frames makes it pretty choppy....when you don't want it to be, ie when its frantic.
    Thirdly, paying 60 dollars for a game I can play on my xbox one x in 4k 60fps, for 40 dollars is frankly a rip off. why do Nintendo do this? its the same with skyrim, which just looks like the xbox 360 version. skyrim se was released on xbox one for 50 dollars, and its fully remastered WITH mods!
    Doom is still fun on the switch, but people are saying its like some miracle to get a good portable fps....well I guess they never played dead ringer 2 on android on the shield tablet. or skyrim on the gpd win handheld (which costs 20 dollars and has mods)
    I have a big issue with Nintendo charging so much for games that are cheaper and better on other systems, Otherwise Id give the game a 7    … Expand
  31. vgmkyle
    Dec 28, 2017
    2
    I love the denial that people are in here. This game is meant to played on a PC, if you want it on the go... use a laptop, just about any will do for the visuals this outputs on the Switch, and you will still have plenty of battery life after an hour of play and a bunch of space on that HD. This version is basically the poor man's... which doesn't make sense either since the Switch isI love the denial that people are in here. This game is meant to played on a PC, if you want it on the go... use a laptop, just about any will do for the visuals this outputs on the Switch, and you will still have plenty of battery life after an hour of play and a bunch of space on that HD. This version is basically the poor man's... which doesn't make sense either since the Switch is overpriced for what you are getting.… Expand
  32. night4
    Mar 12, 2018
    2
    Note: this is *after* the latest Feb 2018 patch. Without the patch, it'd probably score a 1.

    Pros: - Some of the later weapons are kinda fun Cons: - Looks terrible, blurry, and washed out with glitches - "Demons" are now basically zombies - No reactivity with environment - Text is *WAY* too small - Often difficult to tell where to go next - Encouraged melee mechanic is    Note: this is *after* the latest Feb 2018 patch. Without the patch, it'd probably score a 1.

    Pros:
    - Some of the later weapons are kinda fun

    Cons:
    - Looks terrible, blurry, and washed out with glitches
    - "Demons" are now basically zombies
    - No reactivity with environment
    - Text is *WAY* too small
    - Often difficult to tell where to go next
    - Encouraged melee mechanic is terrible
    - Unsatisfying sound
    - Very long loading screens
    - Checkpoints? Still? This isn't 1990 anymore.
    - Enemies take too many hits to die    … Expand
  33. reginalpouliot
    Feb 22, 2021
    2
    The dead zone is set so high on the joysticks that I feel like I'm playing with an old overused N64 controller.
    I need to push the Pro Controller joystick something like 50% out before the character even starts moving.
  34. Grimmush
    Nov 18, 2017
    1
    60$ for a 1 year old game that you can get for less than 10$ on ANY other platform, and get a much better version of it?! Are you serious Bethesda?! **** off!
  35. macunix
    Nov 12, 2017
    0
    I can get the same game cheaper from PS4 for better image and much better frame rates.
    it a waste of money to have this one.
    Maybe some updates can fix the problems.
  36. l-vShadow
    Sep 3, 2020
    0
    One of the worst playing experience for me, the controls are horrible. Repetitive gameplay, and a bad game overall in my opinion.
  37. Jesus2323
    Mar 18, 2022
    0
    Muy mala optimizacion y en general me parece que se deberia de ver mejor, falta potencia
  38. Nintendist
    Jun 30, 2022
    0
    this game is not good. the soundtrack is terrible and my experience was so frustrated
  39. lucinhagamer
    Aug 26, 2022
    0
    this game is very basic with no good commands and has a very big lack of content
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#52 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#12 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
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#7 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 66 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 66
  3. Negative: 0 out of 66
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 25, 2018
    80
    This is the game I was expecting back in November. Now I can finally recommend DOOM to friends without having to append a mountain of caveats! [Issue #33 – May/June 2018, p. 74]
  2. CD-Action
    Feb 8, 2018
    75
    Technically this port is so impressive that sometimes it’s hard to believe it actually exists. It’s the game itself that I have some issues with, as in my opinion its campaign is encumbered by elements that sometimes unnecessarily slow down Doom’s fantastic pace. [01/2018, p.53]
  3. FANDOM
    Dec 11, 2017
    80
    It’s not a perfect port. For those looking to play DOOM purely on the big screen, the Switch version’s janky visuals make it difficult to recommend. Yet, if you’re looking for a portable version of one of the best shooters in recent memory, DOOM thoroughly deserves to be the blood-soaked outlier lurking in your Switch library.
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