DOOM

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8.5

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  1. Z_whites
    Oct 11, 2016
    8
    If i had to describe doom in one word it would be METAL! everything about doom is metal to me from the brutal face melting soundtrack to the action packed fast paced campaign metal perfectly describes Doom
    my only real gripe with Doom is the multiplayer it just doesn't seem to carry over to it. It felt slow and clunky at times but i recognize it could just be me
    if you love punching    If i had to describe doom in one word it would be METAL! everything about doom is metal to me from the brutal face melting soundtrack to the action packed fast paced campaign metal perfectly describes Doom
    my only real gripe with Doom is the multiplayer it just doesn't seem to carry over to it. It felt slow and clunky at times but i recognize it could just be me

    if you love punching demons in the face get this game!    … Expand
  2. walked08860
    Oct 7, 2016
    9
    Campaign is a blast. Fast paced, gorgeous graphics, and fun physics. The multiplayer is lackluster reboot of any multiplayer ever with just Doom physics. Wish there was more campaign!
  3. tybyrd93
    Sep 28, 2016
    8
    Doom is a modern version of an iconic, classic shooter. It's fast paced, has satisfying combat, and above all, it's fun. This is one of the better campaigns in a fps I've played in awhile. While more could have been done with the multiplayer, it's still fun and has a very classic arena shooter feel to it.
  4. ItsJustPj
    Sep 12, 2016
    9
    Doom is back in it's all mighty gore / fun styled adventure. The game is no insult to the franchise and instead is a solid update with fun shooting and platforming sections within it, If you've never played a Doom game before this is a great game to start with, the levels are so atmospheric, the enemies a worth splitting open and overall it's gory ride from start to finish.
  5. JulietsDaBomb
    Aug 31, 2016
    10
    Amazing campaign. Fast and Intense. Difficult, but not insane. Each level is filled with secrets and areas to explore that will make the dedicated players come back for more. The overwhelming count of enemies forces you to think quickly and always be moving.
  6. fazhom
    Aug 23, 2016
    8
    I would have given a 9, maybe even a 10 without those unbearable loading times: 20 seconds between each death simply makes it impossible to replay on high difficulty level. Shame. Really.
  7. JerseyGirl4Life
    Aug 18, 2016
    9
    Torn between an 8 and a 9 for this game. Story is, as to be expected for a DOOM game, minimally, but provides enough incentive to keep moving. The gameplay is the star though. And the unique style with those glory kills, honestly, I've never played a game where my heart would constantly be racing so much. I didn't get all the multi-creator content. Never been my thing, so I won'tTorn between an 8 and a 9 for this game. Story is, as to be expected for a DOOM game, minimally, but provides enough incentive to keep moving. The gameplay is the star though. And the unique style with those glory kills, honestly, I've never played a game where my heart would constantly be racing so much. I didn't get all the multi-creator content. Never been my thing, so I won't comment on that. But the single player, a huge blast. I know this game got knocked by some for being short, but I played through on the hardest difficulty level, which I find always extends the play time because I died a lot. A lot. But the gameplay was enticing enough that I kept thinking, okay, if I just do this next time instead, and I'd jump right back in. So, a blast overall.… Expand
  8. ChrisPL
    Aug 17, 2016
    8
    Best FPS this year so far! I loved the main campaign and enjoy multiplayer matches - free updates are a nice touch for sure. It's amazing how smooth the framerate is, even on Xone!
  9. camo1902
    Aug 11, 2016
    8
    If you're looking for a game that doesn't take itself too seriously, this is it. Hilariously gory and plays like a dream. The weapon progression system is fun and provides lots of individuality and flexibility and the snap-map feature gives the game longevity. Boss levels are a riot. Fantastic game!
  10. SUBLiiMEx904
    Jul 30, 2016
    8
    Definitely a breath of fresh air in a very overcrowded genre. I love the idea of bringing back a classic FPS with modern mechanics blended in. The campaign screams DOOM with its fast paced gameplay and great framerate on all Platforms. Very polished and rewards players for exploration with collectables and often, power weapons. Awesome presentation and voice acting. Multiplayer is also aDefinitely a breath of fresh air in a very overcrowded genre. I love the idea of bringing back a classic FPS with modern mechanics blended in. The campaign screams DOOM with its fast paced gameplay and great framerate on all Platforms. Very polished and rewards players for exploration with collectables and often, power weapons. Awesome presentation and voice acting. Multiplayer is also a SOLID experience. It has all the bells and whistles you would expect from a multiplayer FPS. It blends old school arena mechanics (unreal tournament, quake) with customization of both character and weapon colors. A wide variety of paints and skins to make your character and loadout sufficiently badass. The multiplayer suffers however in its lack of modes and minor balancing issues. Health and shield packs are smartly placed as are powerups. There are a handful of good maps and the modes are fun. Multiplayer as a whole isnt a nessesary addition, but its a nice add on. However I feel that if you buy Doom, Buy it for the Single player. That is where you will get the full DOOM experience.… Expand
  11. Aqualung
    Jul 30, 2016
    10
    Esse jogo é deliciosamente franco e estúpido. Ele transforma um fps em um fighting em cada encontro e exige a mesma atenção frenética dos primeiros jogos da série.
    Soma-se à isso os comandos simples e responsivos, os gráficos, os 60fps e as músicas estilo metal eletrônico que eram assinatura em Quake.
    Doom traz também alguns gimmicks modernos como upgrades de armas e armadura e    Esse jogo é deliciosamente franco e estúpido. Ele transforma um fps em um fighting em cada encontro e exige a mesma atenção frenética dos primeiros jogos da série.
    Soma-se à isso os comandos simples e responsivos, os gráficos, os 60fps e as músicas estilo metal eletrônico que eram assinatura em Quake.

    Doom traz também alguns gimmicks modernos como upgrades de armas e armadura e perícias, mas eles podem ser ignorados sem grande perda de conteúdo. (embora seja sempre bom aproveitar todo o bonus de dano e defesa que o jogo oferecer).

    Enfim, mais do que recomendado. Um dos melhores games da geração.    … Expand
  12. MrMadMonkey18
    Jul 26, 2016
    8
    That one moment when you feel like a 90s kid again. Well since i have nothing better to do im just gonna type in random junk and ignore the whole "150 characters long" thing. Oh i went far from 150.... Kbye.
  13. ToFewViews
    Jul 24, 2016
    8
    Doom is a very enjoyable single player FPS with a lackluster multiplayer. The single player knows what to focus on to make it enjoyable and that's the action. Slaughtering your way through hordes of demons can be very satisfying and using the multiple different weapons help keep it fresh. The game also makes good use of first person platforming, you are able to find hidden spots andDoom is a very enjoyable single player FPS with a lackluster multiplayer. The single player knows what to focus on to make it enjoyable and that's the action. Slaughtering your way through hordes of demons can be very satisfying and using the multiple different weapons help keep it fresh. The game also makes good use of first person platforming, you are able to find hidden spots and upgrades when you explore the maps a bit. The story to this game isn't the greatest thing but it's not what the focus of this game was, This game is all about the gory action so keep that in mind. Multiplayer felt like a let down compared to the single player, In multiplayer it starts to feel similar to generic shooters like CoD, you have the standard upgrade and leveling system that gears itself towards experienced players so newcomers may find it difficult. The game does have a level builder that adds tons more of longevity to the game, people have made competitive maps, horde/survival maps and everything between. So if you enjoy high paced single player FPS's with a simplistic story give Doom a try, It's not a long game but enjoyable… Expand
  14. ITZZZPERRY
    Jul 18, 2016
    8
    DOOM is a blast to play. While the game may get somewhat repetitive, the campaign is so much fun. Killing everything just doesn't get old. The multiplayer is not good, however.
  15. ClockworkSlave
    Jul 16, 2016
    10
    This is how a IP should be handled, when you look at the way SWBF was botched and even movies like GB ignoring past movies, DOOM is how it should be done.
    It feels like DOOM but updated for modern times, its pretty much perfect.
    Only gripes I had was the jumping in some areas was a chore but still they made it painless by allowing you to grab ledges and giving you a double jump.    This is how a IP should be handled, when you look at the way SWBF was botched and even movies like GB ignoring past movies, DOOM is how it should be done.
    It feels like DOOM but updated for modern times, its pretty much perfect.

    Only gripes I had was the jumping in some areas was a chore but still they made it painless by allowing you to grab ledges and giving you a double jump.

    Progression is perfect, doesn't bog the game down but gives you enough to keep you trying all the weapons and not just sticking with the double barrel shotty.
    Enemies look great and add variety, none stick out as a pain in the ass but all come together to make you think while you move forward trying not to die.
    Boss battles are done about as well as Ive seen them done in FPS, not too long and different from the rest of the enemies.
    Gunplay is flawless, movement perfection. level design great.
    Id love them to revisit the original solo quake, not sure if the new quake will be PVP only.    … Expand
  16. mongoman
    Jul 9, 2016
    8
    First off, My opinion of this game is based on the single player campaign. I have zero interest in online multiplayer--mainly because I'm an older gamer and I just don't have several hours a day to play. With that said, this game is beautiful, fast, violent and fun. I've had no issues with the controls as they seem typical to any other FPS. The soundtrack is fantastic and the ambientFirst off, My opinion of this game is based on the single player campaign. I have zero interest in online multiplayer--mainly because I'm an older gamer and I just don't have several hours a day to play. With that said, this game is beautiful, fast, violent and fun. I've had no issues with the controls as they seem typical to any other FPS. The soundtrack is fantastic and the ambient sounds are creepy. The enemy A.I. is super smart and the enemies will come after you. In order to survive this hellish nightmare you must run and gun, if you stand still--you will die. There is no time for strategy or memorizing enemy routines. Almost everything in the game can be upgraded in various ways (which is great for me). One point to keep in mind if your considering this game: it requires patience, you will die often regardless of your skills with other FPS games, luckily there are checkpoints scattered about. This game is more akin to the original Doom so it is nothing like Doom 3 (which some people have complained about) and has replay value (due to all the collectibles and trials) but once you've had your fill of the main Campaign sadly there is little left. In conclusion, if you are a COD, Destiny, Halo, or Battlefield fan then you will probably hate this game due the intensity and hardcore nature of this beast. Its basically a Run like Hell - kill anything that moves - don't stop running until the end credits roll, type of game that shows you no mercy--ever. Definitely a bloody good time while it lasts.… Expand
  17. carloshmm1
    Jul 5, 2016
    9
    Very simple and funny gameplay. It's Doom great comeback. The multiplayer was unnecessary but's there. I just felt the lack of some kind of sthetics personalization but this games is excellent in overall.
  18. R6obsessed
    Jul 2, 2016
    10
    Doom is a simple survival horror game with a twist. Instead of surviving the horrors. The horrors survive you.

    The story is simple: you wake up, you see a demonic invasion and then you start shooting. You find bigger and better guns as you fight along the hellions. This is old school, so there's none of that Call of Duty $hit. You strafe, run, shoot and carry a ton of weapons in your    Doom is a simple survival horror game with a twist. Instead of surviving the horrors. The horrors survive you.

    The story is simple: you wake up, you see a demonic invasion and then you start shooting. You find bigger and better guns as you fight along the hellions.

    This is old school, so there's none of that Call of Duty $hit. You strafe, run, shoot and carry a ton of weapons in your pocket.

    The mele-kills are **** awesome. When you see a demon about to die you can finish him off by a variety of executions.

    I love this game because it makes you feel like a pure bad-ass hero, and not some sorry-ass dude from an HBO drama series. If you want a game with story. You came to the wrong place.

    Delighted to see that Doom is willing to live up to it's name in the past. An unapologetic-nonsense shoot em up.    … Expand
  19. JohnnyK98
    Jun 30, 2016
    8
    Fantastic game, but there's a few bugs on the Xbox One that require fixing.

    1) The weapon wheel doesn't quite work right. When activated, there's a chance that your cursor will get stuck. To fix the problem, you've got to fiddle with the joystick and re-centre the cursor. This is particularly annoying in combat situations where you NEED to choose a weapon instantly. 2) The second    Fantastic game, but there's a few bugs on the Xbox One that require fixing.

    1) The weapon wheel doesn't quite work right. When activated, there's a chance that your cursor will get stuck. To fix the problem, you've got to fiddle with the joystick and re-centre the cursor. This is particularly annoying in combat situations where you NEED to choose a weapon instantly.

    2) The second issue is with the BFG itself. After selecting the BFG by pressing the A button, you want to return to your regular load out by pressing Y. But for some reason, the game automatically switches to the combat shotgun as the default weapon, and NOT the load out you've selected. Let me explain: You've got the rocket launcher and chain gun selected. You find yourself in a tough spot, so you press A for the BFG. You fire off one round of the BFG, and then press Y to go BACK to your rocket launcher/chain gun combo. The shotgun appears. You've go to reselect your weapons manually by using the weapon wheel - which has a chance of NOT working properly (as explained above).

    These two major bugs can cause some frustration throughout the single player campaign. It happens over, and over, and over again. And completely messes up the fluidity of the arena-style combat.

    Until these two bugs get fixed, the game will remain an 8/10 for me.    … Expand
  20. aLpHaTeChNiCiAn
    Jun 25, 2016
    9
    the Multiplayer is weak, but DWAMMN is this a fun campaign.. the single player story is great, and I mean GREAT!! if you're thinking about getting it and you love FPS games, GET IT. you won't regret it.
  21. oufilmbuff
    Jun 23, 2016
    9
    Single player is Gory Hell on Earth! Great graphics and sound. MP smooth halo with the ability to actually kill people. Its worth the Purchase. I know critics panned half the game, but don't buy the BS. Demo it and go buy it.
  22. rossiecom
    Jun 20, 2016
    9
    Great game,
    At first, I put in on Hurt me plenty level to get a feel for the game and was getting crushed. I didn’t understand it, I normally do the crushing on a normal level. The game kept forcing me to come out into the open and kill or be killed. The problem was I was playing like it was GOW. Hide, assets where the demons are, and make a plan. There is no hiding behind an    Great game,
    At first, I put in on Hurt me plenty level to get a feel for the game and was getting crushed. I didn’t understand it, I normally do the crushing on a normal level. The game kept forcing me to come out into the open and kill or be killed. The problem was I was playing like it was GOW. Hide, assets where the demons are, and make a plan. There is no hiding behind an obstruction and laying waste to your enemies in Doom. You do that, you die. The only plan that works is never stand still, and get in close for gory kills as often as possible. Once I embraced that style of play, the game became ridiculously fun.    … Expand
  23. PeskySquirrel
    Jun 19, 2016
    10
    This game was not even on my rader. I was surprised to find out that this is one of the best games that has come out in a while. Both the campaign and multiplayer are really well done and I can't get enough of both.
  24. osprey
    Jun 19, 2016
    10
    Best Xbox One game in ages! So much fun to play! Why can't all games be this good? Never wanted it to end! Big success in my opinion and I have played and loved all of the Doom games, even 3. Thanks team!
  25. gameguardian21
    Jun 16, 2016
    9
    Doom is a fun and enjoyable game. The single player mode steals the show, as the world, gameplay, and boss battles make it entertaining as hell. The actual story in it though isn't really interesting, but doom has never been about the actually story in the game, it's when you fight the different types of demons that makes it awesome. The multiplayer is as simple as any other shooter withDoom is a fun and enjoyable game. The single player mode steals the show, as the world, gameplay, and boss battles make it entertaining as hell. The actual story in it though isn't really interesting, but doom has never been about the actually story in the game, it's when you fight the different types of demons that makes it awesome. The multiplayer is as simple as any other shooter with multiplayer. Snapshot is a fun surprise mode that allows you to experience what other game modes others have made, while making your own. Doom is the series reboot that a new generation needed, and if Bethesda keeps this f they make more doom games, we'll be in one hell of a ride.… Expand
  26. SuperkenGaming
    Jun 16, 2016
    9
    Doom
    a game that keeps getting better the longer you play it
    doom is a first person shooter where you slay demons... And you can do this in a variety of ways as you progress through the game you’ll unlock new weapons… and to upgrade these weapons you have to earn upgrade points by completing in level challenges, and finding collectibles.. Once you’ve unlocked all of the mods for a    Doom
    a game that keeps getting better the longer you play it
    doom is a first person shooter where you slay demons...
    And you can do this in a variety of ways
    as you progress through the game you’ll unlock new weapons…
    and to upgrade these weapons you have to earn upgrade points by completing in level challenges, and finding collectibles..
    Once you’ve unlocked all of the mods for a weapon, to get its mastery you have to complete another challenge…
    This system really had me searching for opportunities as well as forced me to use every weapon at my disposal.
    There are also rune challenges in these levels that unlock a rune that give you a special perk, which can also be upgraded by completing that runes individual challenge…
    Doom for the most part starts fairly average..
    I wasn’t impressed with the first few hours of the game at all…
    But thankfully as I progressed further and started to unlock new mods and skills and the levels actually started to stand out from the crowd I started to really enjoy my time...
    I was legitimately surprised at every twist and turn this game took me in…
    Dooms combat can be pretty gruesome at time especially thanks to the glory kills…
    but most enemies feel way too spongy for any of this to every feel truly satisfying and the novelty of the glory kill quickly wore off.
    But for the most part you’re in a way solving a puzzle, pulling switches and killing waves of demons on your way…
    I did get an opportunity to play on the games highest difficulty, and unfortunately playing a level on this difficulty is required for a trophy
    and I say unfortunately because it’s not fun…
    it really highlights the cheapness certain enemies have..
    You’ll die in this mode with 1 hit easily…
    Which isn’t too big of a deal if certain enemies weren’t so cheap with their attacks... mainly the demons that throw fire balls… they have extreme accuracy and can climb walls…
    you literally wont see your death coming..
    And if you die here you start the level all the way from the start.
    It’s just not worth it…
    There is a multiplayer mode here too
    6 different match types that you would recognize from most other first person shooters like team death math or domination with their own doom twist for example instead of kill confirmed you harvest souls instead of collect dog tags
    You unlock weapons abilities and demons as you level which can honestly throw the balance of a game out the windows as the higher level players who are already at the time in advantage also have the stronger loadouts and demon spawn ins…
    luckily the demons don’t feel all too over powered.. But they are definitely fun to play as and worth the effort to try and grab the demon spawn stone before someone else does...
    The doom multiplayer is super addictive and rivals the likes of killzone 2 as one of my most favorite multiplayer modes in a game…I can easily see players sticking around until the next doom comes out
    there’s also a super deep snap map mode here that lets you create scenarios, edit ai, sound lighting, spawn points and connect different logic chains for a nearly endless amount of scenarios
    If you don’t feel like creating, you van also hop into other peoples published maps.
    Doom is a great game
    There’s something here for everyone...
    a 12 hour single player campaign, a varied and addictive multiplayer, and a snap map mode to get your Picasso on.
    I give doom an 8.9/10    … Expand
  27. Filmcritic1
    Jun 10, 2016
    10
    What this game set out to do was to show todays audience (including me) the bad-assery of the first two DOOM's. Not only does this game do that PERFECTLY, it also brings something new to the table amidst COD or Battlefield. The combat, gore and graphics are truly some of the best that the XBOX can show. Sure the story might be weak, but that's to be expected with the DOOM games. Overall,What this game set out to do was to show todays audience (including me) the bad-assery of the first two DOOM's. Not only does this game do that PERFECTLY, it also brings something new to the table amidst COD or Battlefield. The combat, gore and graphics are truly some of the best that the XBOX can show. Sure the story might be weak, but that's to be expected with the DOOM games. Overall, 2nd best game of the year but the BEST GAME FOR THE XBOX ONE IN 2016!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  28. Sarticus1516
    Jun 8, 2016
    10
    A bloody good time. I haven't even touched the multiplayer yet, because the games main campaign is so fun, it's actually well done, it's the perfect doom game. Go and play it.
  29. Kenmei
    Jun 7, 2016
    9
    This is a wonderful update to one of the founding fathers of the modern day FPS. However the biggest takeaway from the game is the single player mode, something that almost all other FPS games are starting to leave on the cutting room floor. The single player is the reason to play the game. While the story is anything but original its the way the Doom Marine interacts with everything thatThis is a wonderful update to one of the founding fathers of the modern day FPS. However the biggest takeaway from the game is the single player mode, something that almost all other FPS games are starting to leave on the cutting room floor. The single player is the reason to play the game. While the story is anything but original its the way the Doom Marine interacts with everything that really gives it the flair it needs. In short, he wants to destroy everything that is associated with Hell and he doesn't care who gets in his way when he does it. The weapons are fun to use and some of the add-ons for the guns are good. I really wish, other than the couple of addons for certain guns, that you could precise aim with a button push but it is something you can get used too after a bit of playing. There are a ton of collectibles in the game, which I found myself going back and replaying to get everything. The only knock I can put on the game is the multiplayer and how boring it is. If you want to play a multiplayer FPS go play all the other games that focus on multiplayer. This game was meant to played for it's single player and that's what I recommend everyone who buys it to focus on. That's where the heart of the game lies.… Expand
  30. saman008
    Jun 7, 2016
    0
    A utter disapointment to the treat that was 2014's wolfenstein the new order, DOOM sports beautiful visuals and fun weapon designs but dosen't really justify the 100AUD/60USD that the game is worth. Heres a quick rundown of what you will expect.
  31. Maverickneo
    Jun 7, 2016
    8
    Solid 8/10. The snap map mode to create your own maps and designs are fun. Very fun. Multiplayer is your standard DOOM MP. The Campaign is VERY enjoyable and such a refreshing experience from the normal FPS campaigns out there. Plenty of collectibles and easter eggs to find. Its also a great feature to be able to play the Doom 1 and 2 maps using the new engine and graphics. Overall aSolid 8/10. The snap map mode to create your own maps and designs are fun. Very fun. Multiplayer is your standard DOOM MP. The Campaign is VERY enjoyable and such a refreshing experience from the normal FPS campaigns out there. Plenty of collectibles and easter eggs to find. Its also a great feature to be able to play the Doom 1 and 2 maps using the new engine and graphics. Overall a great reboot to the series. Fun game.… Expand
  32. TwIIsTeD_Tubez
    Jun 6, 2016
    6
    the game felt nostalgic for fans of the game but i feel that the Game feels tired. Uninspireing. load times were slow and i got bored before i even started playing it. It could be improved in so many locations. it was a wannabe multiplayer mashup of Halo/Destiny without any of the fun parts. The first time i actually got to spawning i fell through the map and didn't get to see thethe game felt nostalgic for fans of the game but i feel that the Game feels tired. Uninspireing. load times were slow and i got bored before i even started playing it. It could be improved in so many locations. it was a wannabe multiplayer mashup of Halo/Destiny without any of the fun parts. The first time i actually got to spawning i fell through the map and didn't get to see the nostalgia of looking at our old favourite monsters. I enjoyed the fast pace whilst actually playing on doom whilst using all of the old different weapons to their advantages lots of overpowered guns and glitches. Colorful. But tired. It is lucky to get a 6 out of ten from me.… Expand
  33. miccael
    Jun 5, 2016
    9
    Most surprising Doom comeback ever? It feels right for the time and movement mechanics. Story is great, even though DOOM is not about story. Level design is amazing, although too much yellow filter. Otherwise very good single player.
    multiplayer is meh. and should be treated as ADD-On, extra thing to the main game. You never should buy DOOM for only multiplayer. Not only MP is not great,    Most surprising Doom comeback ever? It feels right for the time and movement mechanics. Story is great, even though DOOM is not about story. Level design is amazing, although too much yellow filter. Otherwise very good single player.
    multiplayer is meh. and should be treated as ADD-On, extra thing to the main game. You never should buy DOOM for only multiplayer. Not only MP is not great, it has some debatable design and gameplay choices. But for SP I rate 9/10 because it really is awesome game!    … Expand
  34. MrCommonSense
    Jun 4, 2016
    5
    The single player is kind of boring and uninspired, Multiplayer is dead already somehow, I've only managed to get into two 1v1 death matches myself. This game makes me think of call of duty with demons. There's no form of complexity or depth at all. If you have the attention span of a gnat and can't focus on anything but running around and shooting things then this game is for you. If youThe single player is kind of boring and uninspired, Multiplayer is dead already somehow, I've only managed to get into two 1v1 death matches myself. This game makes me think of call of duty with demons. There's no form of complexity or depth at all. If you have the attention span of a gnat and can't focus on anything but running around and shooting things then this game is for you. If you like depth and story with your games then you will be like me and handing in your copy shortly after purchasing it. Doom 3 is better by a land slide.… Expand
  35. RowRow
    Jun 3, 2016
    9
    Ignoring Xbox related issues. Perfect example of how to do a reboot, and in general: a game. Plays very close to how I remember Doom 1 + 2 regarding the pacing, music and gore. Bonus: The map editor is a surprisingly good piece of kit.
  36. psbox362
    Jun 3, 2016
    9
    While it's not perfect, DOOM stands as one of the best shooters that I've had the chance to play in recent years. It returns to an old-school style of gameplay that fans of the original games remember fondly. To such an extent that, if you didn't like either Doom 1 or 2, chances are you're probably not gonna think of this game as highly as others will.

    First off, the game is gorgeous.    While it's not perfect, DOOM stands as one of the best shooters that I've had the chance to play in recent years. It returns to an old-school style of gameplay that fans of the original games remember fondly. To such an extent that, if you didn't like either Doom 1 or 2, chances are you're probably not gonna think of this game as highly as others will.

    First off, the game is gorgeous. The UAC facilities are gore-soaked and impressive, the landscape of Mars would make Mark Watney proud, and the level designs of Hell look like they were ripped straight from the album art of a '90s metal band.

    About the story... To quote John Carmack, "Story in a game is like a story in a porn movie. It's expected to be there, but it's not that important." Just like in the original DOOM, the story in this game isn't the focus here, though the codex does offer some interesting back-story to many of the demons, weapons, etc. found in the game. The entire point of this game is killing demons and that's going to be what you'll spend most of your time doing with an arsenal of awesome weapons and the two meat tenderizers that DoomGuy call hands.

    Despite what the fast pace of combat may lead you to believe, there is some strategy here. The Super Shotgun is powerful, but lacks any range. And obviously, you don't want to be shooting off rockets at point-blank distance. Also, simply being aware of explosive barrels and high-ground can just as easily be as lifesaving as the all-mighty BFG. The key to the combat seems to be taking advantage of your surroundings, maintaining constant movement, and choosing the right gun for the job.

    One thing I greatly enjoyed about the game was the sense of escalation. You start off with the humble Combat Shotgun and only a handful of demons to use it on. However, as you progress, you find more weapons and bigger, stronger demons start rearing their ugly heads, hoping to get a piece of you.

    The level design is rather impressive. The maps are massive and secrets are tucked away in all of them, including a hidden room that's taken straight from the original games, in all of their 16bit glory. The arenas, in which you often fight many of the demons, are also well-designed and make for fun firefights that leave you with many options in which to approach the combat.

    Depending on the difficulty and how much time you spend looking for secrets, finishing up a single mission can easily take up anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour (I played on Ultraviolence). Finishing up the story would take up a good 15 hours or so.

    Though the campaign is the crown jewel, the multi-player is nothing to scoff at. Fans of arena shooters such as Quake 3 and Unreal would be right at home here. The combat is just as fast and chaotic as before. The biggest difference I can see being the decision of giving players loadouts rather than simply picking up weapons placed on the map. I have mixed feelings regarding this as it makes the game feel a little too much like many other modern shooters. However, it also keeps players from hovering around weapon spawn points on the map, which I've always found to be annoying in older online FPS games.

    Another great feature worth mentioning is SnapMap. Id decided to toss in a remarkably in-depth map-building system that allows for the creation and sharing of custom content, ranging from co-op maps, to survival builds, or even a return to the classic Doom deathmatch.

    In terms of content, there is a lot to play around with. There is so much, that I am completely comfortable with the $60 price tag. However, I can understand how some people would be somewhat cautious. If you're not sure about the gameplay, I'd recommend redboxing the game first and see if you like it before buying.    … Expand
  37. cloroxsoda
    Jun 2, 2016
    10
    CRAZZZY!!! >:D
    I love the campaign. It's so challenging but still brutally fun. There's a constant running around in both the campaign and multi-player, just like the original Doom and Quake games.
  38. Cstriker01
    May 31, 2016
    10
    Doom is a brutal masterpiece; a step into the past to show the modern market that the old formulas still work in an oversaturated, corridor shooting gallery market. It seems to often today that we are bombarded by Call of Duty style simplistic campaigns where a straight line punctuated by explosions designed to give Michael Bay an erection. This design has worn thin and Id and BethesdaDoom is a brutal masterpiece; a step into the past to show the modern market that the old formulas still work in an oversaturated, corridor shooting gallery market. It seems to often today that we are bombarded by Call of Duty style simplistic campaigns where a straight line punctuated by explosions designed to give Michael Bay an erection. This design has worn thin and Id and Bethesda have listened to the customers and have given us something so refreshing and nostalgic at the same time that you can't help but get your demon murder chub on.

    Doom 2016 was to be a direct sequel to Doom 3 but according to developers was looking like Call of Doom. So, the Elder Scrolls Gods and Id Software went back to the drawing board and look at the original designs of Doom and what made it special. Shooting, lots and lots of shooting...with buckets of gore.

    This games stands on several areas VERY strongly: Graphics, Sound Design, and TIGHT gameplay.
    First, Graphics: This game has some of the best volumetric and particle effects in a game as of late, and for such a retro feeling title, has a REAL current (next) gen feeling on all three systems (played it on PC and Xbox One). This is even visible in the first minute of the game, where sparks shower from damaged wiring above your head, and steam from vents pumps out into corridors. Enemy design and weapon animations are top notch and show a love the lore, the past, and where they want to go. Unlockable character and weapon models are actually fun to look at as they are animated (this is fluff stuff) and show the minute level of detail put into each enemy you will eviscerate and each weapon that will be doing the former.

    Sound design: Top notch, truly epic and unnerving at the sametime. I played this on a headset and recommended that or full surround sound to REALLY get the blood pumping. Demons are guttural, weapons echo with unleashed discontent, and the music metal as f**K where it staccatos the action sections perfectly and makes you feel like a combat murder God.

    Gameplay: Best in years. Level design is built into this and harkens back to original Doom design; levels are non linear after the first level (training wheel right?) and key card hunting has returned. Secrets litter each level and built in challenges in each level not only keep things interesting and challenging but also are useful for upgrading your weapons. Segway into weapons, all weapons feel powerful sans the pistol and have amazing mods that give the game a RPG-lite addition that at first I though would be out of place....but its not! Weapon changes turn your simple combat shotgun into a grenade launching or triple blasting monster early game, where later a chain gun can turn into a Nonuple barreled monster that would make a GAU-8 Avenger piss itself. There are some armor upgrades that are helpful but not intrusive to where it could become a focus, and thus it fits well. Staples are back like the BFG and Chainsaw, but are so powerful they are leashed by low ammo for both (yes chainsaw has fuel) to make them utility weapons and thus not make the game "easy mode" but still keeps them SUPER fun and awesome to use. Shooting in the game is superb and retro...you will carry ALL the guns and shoot ALL the things with extreme prejudice and NO reloading (sans cycling the combat shotgun and reloading the super shotgun). The gameplay feel kinetic and VERY fast, as you will zip around with all the speed of the original doom and shoot hot hate shrapnel at everything that moves.

    Story: it is there and fits as lore. It is simple but fun, and most importantly, NOT important...this is a game ALL about gameplay (naughty Dog you pretentious studio) so the story does not get in the way. No proper cut scenes, you start killing 5 seconds into the game, and there are only a couple spots where the game slows a moment for story, and such points have Easter eggs and things to see so it doesn't disrupt thing terribly.

    Multiplayer is fun but not amazing, so come for the campaign. Snapmap is pretty cool and I hope they flush it out more with updates because I see TONS of potential with it.    … Expand
  39. hjsimp5
    May 30, 2016
    6
    Visually its amazing. The gameplay on the campaign is pretty fun and challenging due to the lack of ammo when you get into hordes of monsters to slay.

    Multiplayer is pretty average. It's fun for a little bit, but it doesnt give you that feeling where you want to play it over and over again. I can happily play it for an hour, then turn it off and put it away for a week.
  40. liriktwitch
    May 29, 2016
    10
    What. A. Game. DOOM is back, it looks amazing, runs amazing and is bloody and visceral. If you want to have a good time a slaughter demons on Mars, BUY THIS NOW!
  41. blamboom
    May 28, 2016
    10
    I was excited about the game when I saw glimpses of gameplay and I was not disappointed. This is the game I have been waiting for! Take Bethesda, who killed it with the Wolfenstein franchise, and add that to what id did well in RAGE, and you get the hyper-violent, aggressively fast-paced, gorgeous shooter: Doom.

    The campaign was amazing. It added unique platforming puzzles, something    I was excited about the game when I saw glimpses of gameplay and I was not disappointed. This is the game I have been waiting for! Take Bethesda, who killed it with the Wolfenstein franchise, and add that to what id did well in RAGE, and you get the hyper-violent, aggressively fast-paced, gorgeous shooter: Doom.

    The campaign was amazing. It added unique platforming puzzles, something modern FPSs desperately need more of, and told enough of a story to be engaging but not so much that the cut scenes and set pieces were ever unwelcome. And if the secrets are not enough to keep someone going back, the upgrade system with weapons and the players suit, in addition to the sporadic rune challenges definitely will keep completion-ists occupied.

    The multiplayer is also incredibly fun. It feels like the modern unreal tournament game that never will be haha. Morphing into demons, picking up power weapons, and blowing yours foes into shredded pieces of meat and bone has never been more satisfying.

    Added bonus for gamers like me: the music. The music in the game, both thematic and the songs that coincide with the fiercest battles, are amazing! Mick Gordon kills it! I need to find a way to buy the soundtrack ASAP    … Expand
  42. Jammiemann
    May 28, 2016
    10
    Good clean old fashioned fun. The last doom was to much horror and not enough action. It even hits the nostalgia win to as it feels like an updated version of the old school. campaign is short on story and full of action, just what you want in a proper shooter. Doom shines brightest in online multiplayer, which i never thought i would say. buy it and ram big guns down demons faces,Good clean old fashioned fun. The last doom was to much horror and not enough action. It even hits the nostalgia win to as it feels like an updated version of the old school. campaign is short on story and full of action, just what you want in a proper shooter. Doom shines brightest in online multiplayer, which i never thought i would say. buy it and ram big guns down demons faces, or be you can ram your face into big guns.… Expand
  43. Bazookajoegum
    May 27, 2016
    9
    When it comes to DOOM you have certain expectations and with disappointments the last couple of times around this game brings back what we all came to love about DOOM. This game though is in the modern age and comparing it to other current shooters it does stand out. The graphics along with refreshing blast away play in the online game modes gives you something to want to come back to.When it comes to DOOM you have certain expectations and with disappointments the last couple of times around this game brings back what we all came to love about DOOM. This game though is in the modern age and comparing it to other current shooters it does stand out. The graphics along with refreshing blast away play in the online game modes gives you something to want to come back to. Single player is just downright thrilling, played it with all lights off and put turtle beaches in and I was on the edge of my seat. The only real problems I had with the game was in the online there is somewhat a lack of diverse play. People will mostly only go along shotgunning however this is only a minor misstep to overall competitive online but this is DOOM and we want to be able to blast our way through.… Expand
  44. faroukthehedge
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Single-player is an unforgettable experience, Fast paced brutal action with no taking cover, although the Multiplayer isn't really that good, and SnapMap does not offer enough themes (Stuck in techbase theme), The game is absolutely a blast !
  45. Jobbo
    May 25, 2016
    8
    Fantastic campaign, refreshing to get rid of all the **** story scenes and aim down sights/cover mechanics and get back to how games used to be. Get in, Destroy the armies of Hell as loudly and violently as possible then get out. Just because! Not because your long lost Brother killed your girlfriend, not because your a cool hipster with floppy hair, just because.

    The extremely cool    Fantastic campaign, refreshing to get rid of all the **** story scenes and aim down sights/cover mechanics and get back to how games used to be. Get in, Destroy the armies of Hell as loudly and violently as possible then get out. Just because! Not because your long lost Brother killed your girlfriend, not because your a cool hipster with floppy hair, just because.

    The extremely cool feeling of "being in the zone" does not let up through out the campaign. Multiplayer and snapmap seem cool but that's not really why I bought the game.

    Pick this up if you want a solid "game", leave well alone if you wanted a story that rivals Shakespeare in space. Sleeper hit of the year for me    … Expand
  46. OminoJakoom
    May 25, 2016
    10
    Dooms campaign is the standout feature here folks!, Multiplayer quite frankly can do one as it was never what the original Doom was about. For the majority of gamers Doom represented something that many game journalists fail to remind us when discussing the franchise, although it was not the first game that had a first person perspective it was definatly the first to reach a mainstreamDooms campaign is the standout feature here folks!, Multiplayer quite frankly can do one as it was never what the original Doom was about. For the majority of gamers Doom represented something that many game journalists fail to remind us when discussing the franchise, although it was not the first game that had a first person perspective it was definatly the first to reach a mainstream audience. I bought it for my Atari jaguar, as i couldnt afford a pc at the time. And how effortlessly I adjusted to this new style of play was a testament to IDs skill as programmers. Playing Doom 2016 feels like an old pair of comfy slippers. The guns the demons the struggle for armour and health all translate to this game from the old and somehow manages to feel as fresh as it did 20 years ago. No story unless you read and pour through the bestiary and data picked up along the way just goes to show that while games like The last of us or even Quantum break are masterclasses in storytelling through videogames, Doom arrives to remind us that gameplay is king and quite right too.… Expand
  47. OKIJIN
    May 24, 2016
    9
    A throw back to the originals. In your face, blood and gore galore, guns, guns, demons, gory melee kills, oh and more guns! This game is fantastic. Though if you're looking for a complex story, new locations to the doom series, and indepth characters, then not much here. We came to doom for the gameplay and violence.

    Pros: -BLOOD! GORE! EVERYWHERE! -Excellent selection of guns that    A throw back to the originals. In your face, blood and gore galore, guns, guns, demons, gory melee kills, oh and more guns! This game is fantastic. Though if you're looking for a complex story, new locations to the doom series, and indepth characters, then not much here. We came to doom for the gameplay and violence.

    Pros:
    -BLOOD! GORE! EVERYWHERE!
    -Excellent selection of guns that have secondary firing.
    -Great graphics and sound design.
    -Snapmap and Multiplayer are the whipped cream and cherry on top.

    Cons:
    -Uninteresting story
    -Some back tracking for missions

    This is an excellent addition to Doom and a must own for people who love violent video games. Worth every penny and more.    … Expand
  48. SimonSaysRage
    May 24, 2016
    10
    DOOM is the best FPS I have played on the Xbox One since it launched. It is frantic, intense, and absolutely gory! If you grew up on DOOM as a kid in the 90's, this game brings it all back. The campaign is amazing. Lots of arena areas to try different weapon combos and attack strategies. The glory kills are a nice touch to the tempo, and provide much needed health and ammo in direDOOM is the best FPS I have played on the Xbox One since it launched. It is frantic, intense, and absolutely gory! If you grew up on DOOM as a kid in the 90's, this game brings it all back. The campaign is amazing. Lots of arena areas to try different weapon combos and attack strategies. The glory kills are a nice touch to the tempo, and provide much needed health and ammo in dire situations. I've actually been frightened a few times from enemies flanking me when unexpected. My only gripes are the load times (which seems bizarre in this generation), and the platforming isn't always consistent. However, they hardly take away from the experience. I highly recommend picking this game up.… Expand
  49. GruffGoatman
    May 22, 2016
    10
    Are you tired of the same old same old shoot em up games? Do you want excessive violence? Call of Duty just not doing it for you any more? Well you need DOOM!! Never before has the notion smashing your enemies skull into tiny pieces or ripping off their limbs been so appealing! Blast, smash and chainsaw your way through hell's minions in this epic shooter, where killing everything is theAre you tired of the same old same old shoot em up games? Do you want excessive violence? Call of Duty just not doing it for you any more? Well you need DOOM!! Never before has the notion smashing your enemies skull into tiny pieces or ripping off their limbs been so appealing! Blast, smash and chainsaw your way through hell's minions in this epic shooter, where killing everything is the objective. Play as Doomguy, who is like Master Chiefs morally unhinged counterpart who loves nothing more than crushing the demonic horde beneath his boots! With a metal soundtrack so good you'll be getting an adrenaline erection so intense you'll want to go to hell just to be like this guy.

    CRUSH. KILL. DESTROY. 10/10 would bang/play endlessly    … Expand
  50. Mikael
    May 22, 2016
    10
    Jogo e Muito Bom Jogabilidade Rapida E Brutal Graficos Bonitos Historia Boa Trilha Sonora Muito boa,Boss Battles Bem Feitas,O multiplayer nem Testei.O Jogo vale Apena pela Campanha e o Snapmap 10/10
  51. ShetlandViking
    May 21, 2016
    10
    Let's get the negatives out the way first: I can tolerate long loading times before starting a level, but when you're playing on a harder difficulty and dying all the time it is frustrating having to wait for the game to restart at the last checkpoint. Some of the Rune Trials are quite frustrating but maybe I just need to "git gud". As for the multiplayer, the guns feel like pea shootersLet's get the negatives out the way first: I can tolerate long loading times before starting a level, but when you're playing on a harder difficulty and dying all the time it is frustrating having to wait for the game to restart at the last checkpoint. Some of the Rune Trials are quite frustrating but maybe I just need to "git gud". As for the multiplayer, the guns feel like pea shooters probably due to the fact that any player can start a match equipped with them which means they have to be "balanced" as opposed to picking them up on the map. Snapmap needs some improvements also.

    Now on to the positives: great open level design for exploration and combat, enemies are varied which compliment the variety of weapons at your disposal, bosses that aren't just bullet sponges that only have one type of attack, exposition moments are few and far between, and Doomguy is one-dimensional in the best possible way. There's a lot of reply value that you just don't seem to get in FPS's lately. I was going to complain about how uninteresting the Possesed/Unwilling are to fight, but they're perfect for completing challenges to upgrade your weapon mods.

    And I haven't even mentioned how great the graphics are for something that runs at 60fps (and the amount of video options there are, even on console) and Mick Gordon's exhilarating soundtrack.    … Expand
  52. TheQuietGamer
    May 20, 2016
    9
    id Software has resurrected the Doom series. They manage to modernize it just enough to attain relevancy with today's gaming crowd while simultaneously hanging on to the now old-school qualities that made the series so great in the first place. It doesn't matter how long you've been gaming. Whether you grew up playing Doom or not isn't a factor as just about everyone is sure to findid Software has resurrected the Doom series. They manage to modernize it just enough to attain relevancy with today's gaming crowd while simultaneously hanging on to the now old-school qualities that made the series so great in the first place. It doesn't matter how long you've been gaming. Whether you grew up playing Doom or not isn't a factor as just about everyone is sure to find something to love in this new Doom's campaign.

    There's no ducking for cover here and waiting for your health to recharge. You want to live, you get out there and fight. What's great about Doom is that requires you to stay constantly involved in the action. There may be some health canisters here and there, but when you're running low in the middle of the carnage the only way to get your health back up is to tear your enemies apart. The new "Gory Kill" system encourages you to get violent. Performing one of these finishers will cause the defeated enemy to drop health and occasionally ammo. The gorgeously violence of these moves makes them even more appealing.

    Doom is a brutal game. One that delights in it's gore. The more savage you are on the hoards of hell and the more you are rewarded. It's a very satisfying loop that really puts an emphasis on literally fighting for survival. The arena style combat is immensely satisfying. It really does make the game feel like a modernized version of the classic.

    To also help capture the feel of the originals the levels are riddled with secrets and branching paths that hearken back to the maze-like levels of yesteryear. Exploring the other paths away from your objectives in order to hunt for loot on Mars leads to kind of an open-world feeling at times. The map system is a bit confusing and I get turned around once or twice, but I never got lost for significant periods of time like I did in the original.

    Some modern touches to spice up the campaign include upgrade systems for your weapons, armor, and Doom guy himself. It feels a little odd and out of place at first, but really helps out later in the game when things ramp up. It's worth exploring to find the necessary things to bulk up.

    The almost non-stop action of the campaign is one of it's greatest strengths. New enemies and weapons are steadily introduced, there are a few great boss battles, and it even manages to slip in some surprisingly decent first-person platforming. It's just the right length too. It ends just as the constant action makes you start to say "okay, this is enough." They knocked it out of the park with the campaign. Truly succeeding at merging old-school gameplay with modern sensibilities.

    Unfortunately I wasn't able to test out the multiplayer due to issues with my Xbox One refusing to give me an open NAT despite my best efforts. While I can't give my personal opinion I can kind of pass on what everyone else is saying. The general consensus is that, while not really bad, Doom's multiplayer doesn't live up to the single-player portion of the game and likely won't hold your attention for long. Even if the mode was flat out bad though, it wouldn't do much to hurt the overall package. Doom's single-player offerings are so satisfying that the multiplayer practically inconsequential to the overall value of the game.

    Even if the multiplayer ends up not being your thing you still don't need to worry about the longevity of the package. The "SnapMap" mode which allows you to make and share user created content has you covered. The tools are easy to use and allow for a lot of depth. The potential creations that can come and already have from this mode are sure to keep you coming back for more satisfying single-player (or cooperative) action.

    Simply put Doom covers just about every aspect you could think of. It's got a highly replayable campaign, excellent source of user created content, and multiplayer. It also successfully revives the Doom series for a new generation while staying true to the formula. It really does feel like classic Doom, only modernized. The campaign alone is enough to cement Doom as one of the best FPS games to come out in years. In a time where FPS gams put more attention on multiplayer and offer meager single-player experiences, Doom shows up once again and gives gamers a campaign worth raving over and shows us that Master Chief isn't the only space marine in green armor that deserves our attention.    … Expand
  53. stevvti
    May 20, 2016
    10
    Dont buy this if your one of these COD Battlefield Halo kids that knows nothing about the true meaning of ''first person shooter'' (doom clone). Doom is oldskool. The single player is excellent and will be enjoyed by people who remember the classic Doom. The multi player is a bit of a let down. But thats what Battlefront is for :) As far as graphics and game play are concerned, they areDont buy this if your one of these COD Battlefield Halo kids that knows nothing about the true meaning of ''first person shooter'' (doom clone). Doom is oldskool. The single player is excellent and will be enjoyed by people who remember the classic Doom. The multi player is a bit of a let down. But thats what Battlefront is for :) As far as graphics and game play are concerned, they are pretty good. The only people that would give this a bad review would be people who are younger then 30 or someone that has not got a clue what a decent game is.… Expand
  54. hyjynks
    May 20, 2016
    8
    This is a throwback to the original, with new graphics, guns, gameplay, etc. If you're expecting to spend hours planing a raid or complicated strategic objectives, this isn't your game. If you want to have a blast running around shotgunning demons in the face, and remember what it was like growing up with Doom, this is a TON of fun. Multiplayer is arena type bleh - think there areThis is a throwback to the original, with new graphics, guns, gameplay, etc. If you're expecting to spend hours planing a raid or complicated strategic objectives, this isn't your game. If you want to have a blast running around shotgunning demons in the face, and remember what it was like growing up with Doom, this is a TON of fun. Multiplayer is arena type bleh - think there are better options out there.....you're buying this for the campaign. Honestly, if the campaign had co-op, this would be a 10 in my book - just plain fun!!!… Expand
  55. AdamKronus
    May 20, 2016
    10
    Bring old classics to the new generation has been a right formula and Doom is the living proof of that! Visceral, brutal, intense, with a soundtrack that makes you hunger for a pile of corpses of demons justify the purchase! Congratulations Bethesda for another success!
  56. BadScene
    May 19, 2016
    2
    Youre not old school, youre just old.
    While I loved the original doom, when i was a kid....the 2016 reboot failed to capture the excitement and glee I once felt.
    I lie, i was excited up to playing the game, then it all went wrong. Sure sure its slick, the graphics are gorgeous and skyboxes and lighting is great, but i felt like a moron while playing. It made me feel silly. It worked    Youre not old school, youre just old.
    While I loved the original doom, when i was a kid....the 2016 reboot failed to capture the excitement and glee I once felt.
    I lie, i was excited up to playing the game, then it all went wrong.
    Sure sure its slick, the graphics are gorgeous and skyboxes and lighting is great, but i felt like a moron while playing. It made me feel silly. It worked back then because we were all kids and a bit of naughty violence made us feel cool, but now, its just embarrassing.
    People are saying its the most violent game theyve ever played?.... is it? its got a few cool glory kills but after id done about 5 i was over it. the rest is blood mists with some gibbs mixed in.
    missions are basically arena style sections with keycards or basic objectives to find or complete.
    worth trying as this may be your thing but i seriously recommend watching playthroughs or waiting for a 20 pound/dollar price drop.    … Expand
  57. bathysphere
    May 18, 2016
    9
    Most enjoyable shooter campaign I've played in ages. Fast, fluid gameplay and fantastic shooting and melee mechanics. Levels are dripping with atmosphere, and are each quite large and full of secrets to find. I would like to see more diverse scenery in the next installment, but as a reboot of a legendary franchise, this game holds up incredibly well. Took about 14 hrs to play through onMost enjoyable shooter campaign I've played in ages. Fast, fluid gameplay and fantastic shooting and melee mechanics. Levels are dripping with atmosphere, and are each quite large and full of secrets to find. I would like to see more diverse scenery in the next installment, but as a reboot of a legendary franchise, this game holds up incredibly well. Took about 14 hrs to play through on ultra-violent, and I intend to keep on playing.… Expand
  58. snypoarts
    May 18, 2016
    10
    Doom is my new favorite game of all time. A 10-14 hour campaign that is a straight adrenaline rush. Check. Intense weapons, great level design, and sweet enemy variety. Check. A chaotic multiplayer that is straight chaos and fun (I never understood why people hated the beta). Check. Oh. Did I mention SnapMap? I didn't? Well its basically a ton of user generated free content of modes andDoom is my new favorite game of all time. A 10-14 hour campaign that is a straight adrenaline rush. Check. Intense weapons, great level design, and sweet enemy variety. Check. A chaotic multiplayer that is straight chaos and fun (I never understood why people hated the beta). Check. Oh. Did I mention SnapMap? I didn't? Well its basically a ton of user generated free content of modes and maps that's completely free. Yeah. Go buy it.… Expand
  59. laidesman
    May 18, 2016
    9
    I put 27 hours and 9 mins into this game.

    SnapMap + You can make your own maps + you can add the in game music to play when the person who is playing it does something. +- Can be a bit confusing at first, and takes a little getting used to - The maps you make are actually kind of small, and you cannot put that many items/demons. - Not as good as the “Timesplitters: Future Perfect”    I put 27 hours and 9 mins into this game.

    SnapMap
    + You can make your own maps
    + you can add the in game music to play when the person who is playing it does something.
    +- Can be a bit confusing at first, and takes a little getting used to
    - The maps you make are actually kind of small, and you cannot put that many items/demons.
    - Not as good as the “Timesplitters: Future Perfect” mapmaker.
    + You can play maps created by other people
    + You can ALSO share your OWN maps!

    Multiplayer
    + Actually really fun, balanced. (So Far)
    + Taunts are super funny (well…most)
    + Being a demon is AWESOME!
    - There is barely or ANY background music during games, making hard for me to play multiple matches at a time.
    + You can customise you loadouts, hack modules (perks), and how your character looks in game.

    TDM
    -+ Your Average Team Death Match, get to 75 kills
    You can also use the DEMON RUNE.

    Soul Harvest
    Like “Kill Confirmand” in Call Of Duty.
    Get points by killing an enemy and take their “soul”
    Deny the enemy getting points by collecting your dead teammates “Soul”
    When you are a demon the people you kill drop two “souls”
    Pretty fun, and there is a lot more “Demon Rune” spawning in (Although it is limited to only one person having it at once)

    Domination
    Capture and defend three positions. First team to 250 points wins. (or the most points when the time limit is reached.)
    Demon Rune seems to spawn a little less than the others.
    Its actually really fast pace compared to Call Of Duty and Battlefield.

    Warpath
    Like “king of the hill” or “Hardpoint” in other games, but the objective moves around constantly
    You can points pretty fast
    You capture and lose the objective fast.
    First team to 250 points wins

    Clan Arena
    Kill the other team, only one life (don’t waste it)
    Fast paced, fun.
    No demon rune I believe

    Freeze Tag
    Like tdm, only one life, instead of dying you “freeze” and your teammates can “Thaw” you out and you respawn and fight again!
    Actually a lot of fun, and you look funny while you are frozen.
    No demon rune that I am aware of.
    Might be my favourite
    Story (I was playing on “Ultra-Violence) Lots of stuff to do, many ways to play, although you pretty much ALWAYS have to keep moving. Glory kills are awesome, although they get less and less cooler the more times you do it. Story is actually pretty interesting. Graphics are pretty nice. It is pleasant to look at this game. The gameplay is smooth and FAST! Music is **** sexy. 2 of the bosses are AWESOME, although the FIRST one is my favourite. There are a lot of collectables (which might be sort of a nightmare for those 100%ers) Lots of secrets that are actually WELL hidden, I actually did not find that many of them. Enemies are actually pretty smart and attack you like **** (Occasionally they’ll be dumb and do stupid **** like stand there and eat bullets) Maps are well designed, and actually make you think, instead of just following a set path, you have to traverse the land to move forwards (IE Jump here, duck here, get key cards, ) It can be sort of repetitive after a while. The final boss is kinda…not fun. It’s really cheap and almost no skill involved to kill it , a lot of luck in my opinion. Which sucks because the OTHER bosses are actually a LOT of fun! The ending, sets it up for the sequel. I rate this ….. 9/10    … Expand
  60. pristine667
    May 18, 2016
    10
    single player is absolutely fun and stunning,,,,,mp who cares , doom based off spexperience and im there loving every drop for single player experience
  61. Linnes16
    May 17, 2016
    10
    The level design is top notch and there secrets abound in each one. The action is solid and brutal. The story is kinda there, but you get the most from the codex entries. If you wanted a DOOM like DOOM 3, then this isn't that sadly (Even though I would have loved it to be) This is a modern iteration of DOOM 1 and 2. Yep, the originals. But the thing that makes it a solid deal, is theThe level design is top notch and there secrets abound in each one. The action is solid and brutal. The story is kinda there, but you get the most from the codex entries. If you wanted a DOOM like DOOM 3, then this isn't that sadly (Even though I would have loved it to be) This is a modern iteration of DOOM 1 and 2. Yep, the originals. But the thing that makes it a solid deal, is the Snapmap feature. You can play community made levels for a near endless gaming experience, or, make your own map if you think you can do better then the other guy.… Expand
  62. Hell_d
    May 17, 2016
    10
    I wasn't nostalgic about Doom1, I liked Doom3 A LOT for it's scary atmosphere etc. So I was kinda suspicious when I saw Doom 2016. And I was wrong! :)
    Game is a masterpiece - Singleplayer is badass, MP is double better if you playing with friends, Snapmap is endless possibilities for you to make a day for your friends (YES you can create co-op missions for up to 5 players! in 15mins!).    I wasn't nostalgic about Doom1, I liked Doom3 A LOT for it's scary atmosphere etc. So I was kinda suspicious when I saw Doom 2016. And I was wrong! :)
    Game is a masterpiece - Singleplayer is badass, MP is double better if you playing with friends, Snapmap is endless possibilities for you to make a day for your friends (YES you can create co-op missions for up to 5 players! in 15mins!).

    Go and get the game, stop thinking and reading reviews! :)    … Expand
  63. Simply_Mars
    May 17, 2016
    10
    Campaign is an excellent throwback to the shooters of old. Extremely fast movement, tonnes of guns, frantic action and to top it off an excellent soundtrack to mow down your enemies to. 10/10

    Multiplayer is by no means bad, its just nothing special. Taking a lot of inspiration from halo it seems, has a couple of neat ideas but nothing to really set it apart from the norm. 7.5/10
  64. Mudindavid
    May 17, 2016
    8
    I really like doom since the first one, that´s why i expected a lot and i really have fun playing it but some times feels like halo with gore, really miss old days of Quake or Unreal Tournament
  65. Memulatron
    May 17, 2016
    9
    Do you like Metroid Prime? What about Halo? Also Half-Life? Then you will love this gorefest. Fast-paced, simple combat, silly story, heavy emphasis on exploration, and the goriest graphics in any video game besides perhaps Mortal Kombat X on the Xbox.
  66. SchroederRock
    May 17, 2016
    7
    I'm not sure if I like this new DOOM enough to really want to keep playing it. There was a sharp increase in hype over this new DOOM game that made me think I could get in, get totally creeped out and have fun doing it. There's still some gameplay to forge through but I'm underwhelmed with DOOM, and I think that many others will share my complacent attitude towards this game. Many mayI'm not sure if I like this new DOOM enough to really want to keep playing it. There was a sharp increase in hype over this new DOOM game that made me think I could get in, get totally creeped out and have fun doing it. There's still some gameplay to forge through but I'm underwhelmed with DOOM, and I think that many others will share my complacent attitude towards this game. Many may love it, many will hate it, few will fall in the middle.… Expand
  67. Aydan
    May 16, 2016
    10
    This is the best FPS I have ever played in my life. I'm new to this franchise and have been mostly playing COD and HALO. I saw all the videos for this game and it got me really excited because my dad has played the originals. This game has it all, incredible graphics, gameplay, art style, level design...everything. I play it on Ultra Violence and watching my dad play it on Nightmare isThis is the best FPS I have ever played in my life. I'm new to this franchise and have been mostly playing COD and HALO. I saw all the videos for this game and it got me really excited because my dad has played the originals. This game has it all, incredible graphics, gameplay, art style, level design...everything. I play it on Ultra Violence and watching my dad play it on Nightmare is amazing to watch. You need to play this game at the hardest difficulty or it won't be as fun.

    This is a must get game and I can't understand how some of these reviews by critics are so low?    … Expand
  68. Vektor0
    May 16, 2016
    8
    Doom 4 feels like a cross between your average linear FPS and a sandbox adventure game. Each mission takes place on a map that has a specific, linear objectives, but you are free to explore the area, find secrets and optional upgrades, and sometimes tackle the objectives in whatever order you please.

    The gameplay classic Doom run-and-gun. It is not survival horror. The enemies chase you    Doom 4 feels like a cross between your average linear FPS and a sandbox adventure game. Each mission takes place on a map that has a specific, linear objectives, but you are free to explore the area, find secrets and optional upgrades, and sometimes tackle the objectives in whatever order you please.

    The gameplay classic Doom run-and-gun. It is not survival horror. The enemies chase you relentlessly, so the key to survival is movement, not cover. That's not good or bad--I don't believe it deserves a positive or negative review based on that alone--it's just what it is. If you think you'll like a fast-paced shooter, you'll like Doom 4. If not, you won't.    … Expand
  69. kaveyshreds
    May 16, 2016
    10
    Fast paced, brutal, and brilliantly executed. Loved it, and will be playing the campaign multiple times. Multiplayer could be better, but it has some pretty fun game modes.
  70. PunchGuru
    May 16, 2016
    7
    Just finished the game on Ultra-violence. Game took me roughly 8 hrs. It was my first playthrough. I'll go over a couple points.

    tl;dr - The game is solid, but has several issues. If you're a fan of Quake, DOOM, Serious Sam, Bullet Storm, etc. play the game. Keep in mind that this game is trying to recreate 25 year old gameplay. Nothing incredible. (6.5-7.5 out of 10) PROS: - Nice    Just finished the game on Ultra-violence. Game took me roughly 8 hrs. It was my first playthrough. I'll go over a couple points.

    tl;dr - The game is solid, but has several issues. If you're a fan of Quake, DOOM, Serious Sam, Bullet Storm, etc. play the game. Keep in mind that this game is trying to recreate 25 year old gameplay. Nothing incredible. (6.5-7.5 out of 10)

    PROS:
    - Nice callback to the original DOOM. (armor, health, keys, style)
    - Graphics are really nice, each area created a unique environment.
    - Fast game play. Combat is great!! Sets the mood for really fun, and brutal enemy encounters.
    - Gore galore. Blood everywhere!
    - Music is pretty good too.

    NEUTRAL:
    - Not a horror game. I was a little let down by this, but I can understand the decision.
    - Shorter game. (8-10 hrs)
    - Really heavy focus on executions. (glory kills)
    - The achievements are BAD. Not that important if you're not an achievement hunter. As an example for a bad achievement, you only get a 10gs cheevo for beating the first level on the hardest difficulty. That's it. No other achievement is awarded for completing the campaign, or other subsequent levels on Ultra-Nightmare. Huh?

    CONS:
    - Oh my God, the story is bad. So many holes in the story, especially near the end. Of course you can collect the in-game codex to get deeper with the story. But when I finished the game with over 80% of the codex collected, I still could poke holes at the story.

    - Buggy. I can't tell you how many times I've fallen through the map, or an enemy got stuck on some texture pop, or some other random BS happened during my playthrough. I've gotten stuck to the point where I would have to reload checkpoints.

    - The bosses. Every boss fight in this game was atrocious. I hate them. The game barely works during these sections, and I honestly feel that they were the least fun sections of the game.

    - VERY repetitive. The only down time you get is the loading screens, and in-between rooms. It is essentially a mindless "go here, clear room, get key, urg, open door, repeat" type of game.

    - Step down from 'Wolfenstein: The New Order'? It feels like DOOM is a downgraded version of Wolfenstein. It really does.

    Summary: A solid game
    DOOM was a fun game. As a fan of the series, I enjoyed plowing through hordes of demons with a metal track playing in the background. The game is bloody, fast-paced, and brutal, which are all good things in my book. The easter eggs are awesome, the weapons are fun to use (super shotgun FTW), and killing the big baddies with executions is satisfying as hell.

    At the end of the day, however, that's all DOOM is; a run-and-gun shooter. The formula is not exactly new, and while it does pay homage to the originals, big fans of DOOM 3's survival horror style probably won't appreciate this installment as much. The game is very repetitive, and can grow dull after a few hours of play. The story isn't that great either. I know it's DOOM and all, but, after playing Wolfenstein, I expected a little more.

    I feel that DOOM honestly just didn't live up to the hype generated from the fans, the years of it's absence, and Wolfenstein's beta bonus. It is a good game, but there a collection of small things that keep it from being perfect. I recommend that any fans of the series try it out. Just don't be expected to be blown off your feet or anything.    … Expand
  71. halflifecrysis
    May 16, 2016
    9
    A game that delivers to it's target audience. So let me define the target audience. You enjoyed games like Quake IV, Doom 3, Bullet Storm, Serious Sam, Pain Killer, Riddick , Wolfenstein Old Blood, and Prey. The Halo 4 crowd may think the game is too fast and the COD fans should not apply.

    The Xbox One and PS4 are limited in choices for people who like the games I mentioned above.    A game that delivers to it's target audience. So let me define the target audience. You enjoyed games like Quake IV, Doom 3, Bullet Storm, Serious Sam, Pain Killer, Riddick , Wolfenstein Old Blood, and Prey. The Halo 4 crowd may think the game is too fast and the COD fans should not apply.

    The Xbox One and PS4 are limited in choices for people who like the games I mentioned above. Alien was a "Shooter", but not so much (I did love that game). Really the Old Blood on X1 was the 1st time I felt like I was kicking it old school. Otherwise I lean on my Xbox 360 to give me more of this kind of feel for shooters.

    The game isn't perfect, I'd agree co-op would have made it more flexible at $60, but if you are waiting it out $45 will be here soon enough.    … Expand
  72. Jupiter00000
    May 16, 2016
    2
    Game feels tired. Uninspired. Clunky. Slow load times. Stripped down multiplayer mashup of Halo/Destiny without any of the fun parts. I enjoyed the fast pace and focus on using different weapons to their advantages. Colorful. But tired. Made by tired old men who just want to buy their wives a new kitchen.
  73. dvbranton
    May 16, 2016
    7
    Its Doom. Its a good game. Fast moving smooth moving frantic shooter. You stand still you die. They are coming for you and those demons are relentless. The game's story mode is long compared to the average shooter that can be completed in 10-16 hours depending on how your skill and how much you want to explore for secrets. Fun and intense game

    Multiplay is a lot of fun also. Soul    Its Doom. Its a good game. Fast moving smooth moving frantic shooter. You stand still you die. They are coming for you and those demons are relentless. The game's story mode is long compared to the average shooter that can be completed in 10-16 hours depending on how your skill and how much you want to explore for secrets. Fun and intense game

    Multiplay is a lot of fun also. Soul Harvest is my favorite. The customization is crazy lots of armor pieces to win and customize with color, pieces, patterns same for the weapons too. It keeps you interested in he one more game approach in hopes to get that cool piece of armor and such.

    Snap map is a breeze but also provides deep tools for you to use but the one thing that is UNACCEPTABLE to me is no bots to check multiplay maps to test out new modes you might event. Even COD has bots in the game. This makes a game that is a 9 drop down to a 7 due to the fact of leaving out an a very important tool in customizing. I do think it was taken out due to a season pass that you have to buy to get everything. Maybe they are too scared the user base will out make their creations. Besides like other games that seperate the user base with pay for map packs this game will be hot for a few months but Im pretty sure by the release of the last pack most interest will be lost as the gamers have moved on to other experiances.    … Expand
  74. SpartanWolfwood
    May 16, 2016
    9
    So many games are cover shooters that have you hide behind a rock for 15 minutes at a time. DOOM has you running into battle headfirst. Cover fire means certain death. Keep moving, quick and efficiently. I love it. It's a great change of pace. -1 point since story is a bit light so far, but still early in the game.
  75. Mogwai76
    May 16, 2016
    10
    Finished the game in single player and it gets top marks from me. It's a fantastic old school shooter, that has transitioned well to modern gaming. Unlike games like the latest Wolfenstein, which went far too old school (manual ammo pick up etc.), this game keeps the old school feel and combines with it amazing usability and ease of use - that's not to say the game is easy to finishFinished the game in single player and it gets top marks from me. It's a fantastic old school shooter, that has transitioned well to modern gaming. Unlike games like the latest Wolfenstein, which went far too old school (manual ammo pick up etc.), this game keeps the old school feel and combines with it amazing usability and ease of use - that's not to say the game is easy to finish (depending on the difficulty rating), but it's super easy to pick up and play. It's fun all the way through - I have not had this much fun in a single player shooter since Bulletstorm. Everything just flows perfectly. The way you get health (from Finishers), to the way you get ammo, to the way you use the environment and of course the soundtrack - it's a pure run and gun fun event from start to finish. About the only gripes i could have with it, is the clunky upgrade screens (too many clicks, too many options, not all of them are worth it) and the final boss. It's a must have game for shooter fans - there really is no excuse not to buy this, even just for the single player.… Expand
  76. SpaceRace
    May 16, 2016
    2
    This game's high ratings prove that most of us truly have the attention span of goldfish. This was simply an ADD fueled chaotic mess of bullets and explosions. DOOM 3 was far superior and should have built off of what that game did right, not for the sake of sales, but for the sake of quality. DOOM 3 had patience, atmosphere, lore, and still managed to pull off some of the most gruesomeThis game's high ratings prove that most of us truly have the attention span of goldfish. This was simply an ADD fueled chaotic mess of bullets and explosions. DOOM 3 was far superior and should have built off of what that game did right, not for the sake of sales, but for the sake of quality. DOOM 3 had patience, atmosphere, lore, and still managed to pull off some of the most gruesome and epic boss fights in FPS history. These were elements that made it stand out from the COD multiplayer, DLC, micro-transaction gaming world that soon developed. DOOM 4 resorts to a cheep arcade style which, yes, is nostalgic, but sorely lacks in potential, especially when considering you'll pay 60$ or more for it. 60$ for an arcade game that will get old in a month at most. When I heard DOOM was coming back I didn't think I would be playing Call of Duty with demons. The game fails to take itself seriously. Now I am not knocking the artists or any of the ingenuity at hand here. The graphics and designs look great. The problem is the lack of atmosphere and depth which were great additions to the series in DOOM 3. Could you imagine a dark and brooding DOOM that would genuinely terrify you with the graphics this game implored? That, and of course mixed-in sections filled with enemies and crazy loud music to get the blood pumping. Then simply up the difficulty and storytelling to appeal to the non-casuals and you would have an absolute masterpiece. That is what this DOOM should have been. Unfortunately, it isn't. I would not pay more than 35 dollars for it. I might pay 40 if that included any DLC. I've been observing the gaming industry and its development for some time now and I can promise you that a DOOM solely based on instant gratification will not hold the public's attention for long. It will sell great at first due to nostalgia factors, but after making that initial revenue it simply won't stand the test of time. I know this was a long read and I thank you for getting through it if you have. I have been a huge DOOM fan all my life and it pains me to see that this series has taken a huge step backwards instead of continuing to be an innovator of the FPS genre.… Expand
  77. krainasolberg
    May 16, 2016
    9
    Me disgusta muchísimo leer tantas malas críticas sin casi nada o inexistente sustento. Rayos ¿Qué esperaban? La mayoría se queja como si hubiese ido a ver una película de acción y saliera disgustada del cine porque no hubo suficiente romance. Así de incongruentes. Todos quejándose pero casi nadie específica qué fue lo que estaba esperando de este juego. Yo sé muy bien lo que esperaba y loMe disgusta muchísimo leer tantas malas críticas sin casi nada o inexistente sustento. Rayos ¿Qué esperaban? La mayoría se queja como si hubiese ido a ver una película de acción y saliera disgustada del cine porque no hubo suficiente romance. Así de incongruentes. Todos quejándose pero casi nadie específica qué fue lo que estaba esperando de este juego. Yo sé muy bien lo que esperaba y lo obtuve. Un juego con una gran campaña llena de acción y nostalgia.… Expand
  78. Kermi
    May 15, 2016
    9
    Fast-paced, action-packed. The enemy encounters feel formulaic but are so hectic that it doesn't matter. Great balance of shooting and exploring with every level packed full of secrets and easter eggs. This feels like a great mix of the strengths of the old-school Doom games given a much needed freshening up, which is exactly what I hoped for as a huge fan of Doom and Doom 2. I didn't likeFast-paced, action-packed. The enemy encounters feel formulaic but are so hectic that it doesn't matter. Great balance of shooting and exploring with every level packed full of secrets and easter eggs. This feels like a great mix of the strengths of the old-school Doom games given a much needed freshening up, which is exactly what I hoped for as a huge fan of Doom and Doom 2. I didn't like the wannabe horror elements of Doom 3 so I'm glad this game doesn't really try very hard to be scary beyond the brutally graphic violence.… Expand
  79. honestmaxx
    May 15, 2016
    8
    Not as bad as some of the negative reviews claim. It is actually a pretty nice callback to the originals (not like Doom 3). Multiplayer isn't awful either, and I can see the Snapmap feature keeping it going for a long time.
  80. GaminGuys
    May 15, 2016
    9
    It's back after all this time. Never sure on a moment like this whether to break out the party poppers or the guns.

    One thing is for sure, DOOM made an awesome return to the gaming scene. Hey it actually works fine, something that cannot be said about bigger games such as GTA5 when released. Now, I am on Xbox One so bear with me, as there may be a little loading lag (yep it happens) but    It's back after all this time. Never sure on a moment like this whether to break out the party poppers or the guns.

    One thing is for sure, DOOM made an awesome return to the gaming scene. Hey it actually works fine, something that cannot be said about bigger games such as GTA5 when released. Now, I am on Xbox One so bear with me, as there may be a little loading lag (yep it happens) but damn, going into the game after so many year is not only a pleasure it's joyous - that coming from a guy that never really understood the original, which was more a 'shoot the hell out of every corner' kind of game.

    Today has been a lot of fun.

    I don't like to over-complicate my decisions on games, it's hella fun and all I need to know, rather than £40 wasted like I just bought an Atari game in the 80's.

    Buy it, try it. No game is for everyone but yes this one is for us!

    Lowlights: The graphics are a little low resolution at times. A PC would likely put it to shame.

    Repetitive like a lot of FPS

    Highlights: Makes you feel like Ferris Bueller on his day off. Retro-gaming is re-visited. Need I say more?    … Expand
  81. silversun101
    May 15, 2016
    9
    An utterly brilliant homage to the old school FPS. This is quintessential Doom, updated for the modern times without forgetting what it is and where it came from. Kinetic, visceral, and impactful, DOOM delivers a delightful punch to the teeth to remind audiences what a shooter is supposed to be.

    In DOOM, game-play comes 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. And by game-play I mean gun-play and by gun-play    An utterly brilliant homage to the old school FPS. This is quintessential Doom, updated for the modern times without forgetting what it is and where it came from. Kinetic, visceral, and impactful, DOOM delivers a delightful punch to the teeth to remind audiences what a shooter is supposed to be.

    In DOOM, game-play comes 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. And by game-play I mean gun-play and by gun-play I mean HOLY HELL these are some fantastic weapons! Shooting is fast-paced and fun. Strafing, circling, closing in for for a melee kill, I found myself constantly staying on the move to avoid enemy fire and the game rewarding me for a clever and aggressive play-style. Nearly all weapons have two different upgrade paths that you can switch up on the fly and not a single one isn't satisfying to use. Ammo is plentiful but not plentiful enough that you won't be swapping out your weapons regularly, and the increasing variety of enemies that require different approaches and tactics means you can't get comfortable with just one or two guns to see you through the day. The games signature "glory kills" are fast and satisfying, requiring you to "stun" your enemies with well placed gun fire first before closing in to finish them off. Each glory kill you pull off rewards you with extra health, a great little risk/reward mechanic that keeps the pace of the fight up and never sees you retreating from an enemy in search of more health. The chainsaw and BFG are perfectly implemented as well, incredibly over-powered one-hit-kill weapons with very limited ammo meaning you'll need to carefully consider when to break them out but always incredibly rewarding when you do.

    Each level in DOOM is expansive and labyrinthine, as any good DOOM level worth it's salt should be. This ain't no corridor shooter, and you are encouraged to explore each environment thoroughly to discover all of the hidden secrets and unlockables this game has to offer. Traversing the environments is fast and fluid. You move at a satisfying clip and incorporate a clamber and, later, a double jump to navigate the large, vertical spaces.

    A point against DOOM could be it's rather weak and generic story. If you're looking for a world deep with lore then you might be satisfied by what is on offer through the collectible journal entries that flesh out the UAC and their Mars research facility, but the pretty intriguing idea of a corporation-turned-cult is barely explored. Arguably, focusing more on the story might have taken away from the game-play, which is DOOM's obvious first priority, but I did sometimes find myself wishing I had a bit more motivation than DEMONS: KILL.

    Another definite negative is DOOM's multiplayer offering, which feels very tacked on and is entirely forgettable. All of the kinetic energy and adrenaline found in the single player game is absent here. This is where the description "mindless shooter" fits perfectly, where not even a respectable variety of game modes can keep it from feeling wholly shallow and lifeless. DOOM's multiplayer is a temporary distraction to be played once and then never picked up again.

    But, despite these faults, in the end the game is just too much fun and I have so much praise for what it does do that it is hard to fault it for what it doesn't. DOOM is an incredibly refreshing return to form and has re-energized my enthusiasm for genre that has been, in my opinion, languishing for years, bereft of any originality and becoming stale and stagnant in the process. DOOM remembers that FPS's don't need to be a dreary slog nor do they need to take themselves seriously or rely on scripted set pieces to be incredible experiences. DOOM is a must buy for any shooter fan.    … Expand
  82. SpottedLaughter
    May 15, 2016
    9
    A fantastic update of the original games. Only about half way through the campaign, 8-9 hours, and I am still being entertained. It's such a joy to see how little care Doomguy has in regards to the story elements, smashing his way through priceless technology and demons alike.

    The only thing preventing this from being a ten is the multiplayer. While fun, it feels slower paced and kind    A fantastic update of the original games. Only about half way through the campaign, 8-9 hours, and I am still being entertained. It's such a joy to see how little care Doomguy has in regards to the story elements, smashing his way through priceless technology and demons alike.

    The only thing preventing this from being a ten is the multiplayer. While fun, it feels slower paced and kind of lacking. If they patched in a speed boost and some music, I'd be all for giving this a 10.

    Good work id, thanks for bringing Doom back!    … Expand
  83. FatherlyNick
    May 15, 2016
    10
    The 12+ year wait was totally worth it. This is exactly what I expected a Doom game to look, feel and sound like in 2016.
    If you are stuck in the 90s - this might not be for you. Why?
    Doom 2016 features: - Surround sound, - More than 32 colours, - Proper gibs: guts and blood fly at your screen - Ability to jump, - You can grab and climb ledges to gain tactical advantage, -    The 12+ year wait was totally worth it. This is exactly what I expected a Doom game to look, feel and sound like in 2016.
    If you are stuck in the 90s - this might not be for you. Why?

    Doom 2016 features:

    - Surround sound,
    - More than 32 colours,
    - Proper gibs: guts and blood fly at your screen
    - Ability to jump,
    - You can grab and climb ledges to gain tactical advantage,
    - Enemies truly want you dead - which bring me to my next point,
    - Enemies don't just walk towards you - imps literally fly around you. Hellknights go out of their way to shred your **** - simply strafing will not cut it in this game,
    - You can modify your hardware to better suit your playstyle - armor and weapon mods can be bought and then swapped if you prefer a different combination.
    - Out of the box modding tools
    - Multiplayer modes that are simply not available anywhere else.

    If this sounds like too awesome for your poor 90s mind-set, avoid at all costs. If you are looking for a game unlike anything else currently in the market - this is a must buy.    … Expand
  84. deadfatelvis
    May 15, 2016
    10
    Bethesda have finally done it right and smashed it out of the park.

    God, I've been frustrated with this next gen of consoling, always over promising and under delivering. Not here, here it's done right. If you were a fan of the original, and lucky enough to have enjoyed hundreds of hours gameplay on the PlayStation 93 version, then your going to feel right at home. Not graphically    Bethesda have finally done it right and smashed it out of the park.

    God, I've been frustrated with this next gen of consoling, always over promising and under delivering.

    Not here, here it's done right.
    If you were a fan of the original, and lucky enough to have enjoyed hundreds
    of hours gameplay on the PlayStation 93 version, then your going to feel right at home.
    Not graphically (no... the graphics here are fabulous colourful arrangements of realism that glide like a well-greased
    dolphin around the screen), but spiritually:
    the guns , the heft , the fear , the VIOLENCE. it's all here, and with
    an audio to die for .

    From remastered industrial tech metal tracks, to the base of your testes "boom" of the shotty, it's all
    good. I've been away from this for far too long and it feels like going home.

    So shove all thought of the division, destiny and Infinty ward aside.

    The Daddy's back, he's pissing jack daniels, spitting bullets and waiting for you......    … Expand
  85. BobbyBD
    May 15, 2016
    9
    Loving it, looks great, single player is a blast and snapmap looks like it has some legs, well worth it. Dunno about the multiplayer, but imo that was never Doom's strength anyway.
  86. BemaJinn
    May 14, 2016
    10
    If you are looking for a call of duty style shooter, or a deep story, this isn't for you. Don't even bother.
    If you want to rip the faces off demons, and run around like you're an ADHD kid on speed, then get up on this!
    Its the classic style run and gun, no aiming down sights, or stopping to take cover, you have to keep moving to survive. It's the perfect game to blow off steam, just let    If you are looking for a call of duty style shooter, or a deep story, this isn't for you. Don't even bother.
    If you want to rip the faces off demons, and run around like you're an ADHD kid on speed, then get up on this!
    Its the classic style run and gun, no aiming down sights, or stopping to take cover, you have to keep moving to survive. It's the perfect game to blow off steam, just let the rage trickle out of you as you perform brutal glory kills.
    This is not DOOM3, or wolfenstein. This is classic doom with a modern polish. Don't be under any illusion, only buy this if you are fully aware of what it is. If you do buy it, don't come here complaining it's not "A survival horror". It's DOOM. It IS a bro game.    … Expand
  87. Ilhass
    May 14, 2016
    10
    I have a blast..Game is just awesome, gameplay, level design, sound, music all top notch. One of the best shooter ever made. I think this is strong goty contender. Buy it now!
  88. GaseousSnake420
    May 14, 2016
    9
    TL:DR.... If you've ever cared about Doom before and you're even slightly interested in checking this out just stop waiting for the major publisher reviews to come out and go buy it. I would say at least rent it but you'll probably just buy it afterwards anyways and make the game a bit more expensive for yourself.

    This game is really hard to stop playing! I'll get that out of the way    TL:DR.... If you've ever cared about Doom before and you're even slightly interested in checking this out just stop waiting for the major publisher reviews to come out and go buy it. I would say at least rent it but you'll probably just buy it afterwards anyways and make the game a bit more expensive for yourself.

    This game is really hard to stop playing! I'll get that out of the way right now. That being said, it's very clear that id and Bethesda set out to replicate the style of game play seen in classic Doom and Doom 2 with the newest. They totally succeeded in my humble opinion. The demons will make you feel very claustrophobic with how they swarm you and to offset what would almost surely be a swift crushing of your soul you've got the glory kills which render you invincible long enough to violently dismember a staggered enemy and get health back. And the glory kills are very contextual too, it's not just one unique kill per enemy type, no, each enemy type has different glory kills but each enemy type has different glory kills according to where you're at in reference to them as well. It's kinda like how the stealth kills worked in Tenchu: Stealth Assassins.... Only they're typically done amidst absolute chaos.The flow of combat is kinda like I'd expect carrying the world's largest bucket of water and dumping it on your head periodically as you run through a blazing fire to keep from being engulfed to feel like.

    The weapons come in at a steady pace and if you keep an eye out for secrets you'll have a formidable arsenal fast too. Everything's upgradeable, even right down to your suit, and the upgrades aren't just cheesy damage increases either. You can make your shotgun shoot explosive shells and you can mount a rocket launcher to your assault rifle to name a couple examples. I'm about five levels in so no I haven't beaten it yet but(that would suck if I had) I've seen enough to know how I'm going to feel about the game. It should also be said that I haven't touched the multiplayer, but I bought Doom for the campaign anyway as I imagine most of us probably did. Truthfully as good as the campaign is, if the multiplayer is only merely passable this game still earns an 9 in my book and I'll nail down exactly why that is right now.

    The game has brought back virtually everything I loved about the old school Doom games... AND they didn't ignore the creepy, dark atmosphere that made Doom 3 such an awesome(but unique)addition to the series either. Seriously, you even end up picking up those red, blue and yellow keycards. Which nobody cares about, I'm sure, but the point is that's the kind of attention to detail that went into making this game as faithful an addition to the Doom series as could be. Powerups, numeric health bar, numeric armor bar, full weapon arsenal(as opposed to only being able to carry two guns at a time), bloody, dark, visceral, creepy. I'd go as far as to say that if you've ever liked a Doom game before, any Doom game, you're gonna love this, unless maybe you were expecting an interactive movie cause this is all game. There is a story and it's a pretty cool one too but about 90% of it is found in the codex entries you pick up(everything's got a codex entry too, so there's plenty to learn about everything from your guns to the levels to each individual monster). This game is all game. Everything your character does, he does because your fingers told him to do it. That said, if you're expecting this game to be a clone of the Call of Battlefield formula we see so much of(don't get me wrong, I like em both but I resent the idea that every FPS has to follow that format) you're gonna be disappointed. This is Doom, through and through. No scripted Call of Duty stuff here. And judging from the pace of the revelations so far I'm guessing the campaign's gonna be pretty meaty in terms of length.

    So yeah, on the strength of the campaign alone it's worth it. If the multiplayer is even passable I'd even go up to a 9.5 score and as for the whole snapmap business? Sounds pretty robust to me. It does have a strong touch of old school flair about it, I'm not gonna lie, but how that's applied couldn't be more welcome. Well.... I hope you're getting the idea here. This is the kind of game I'm happy to give day one support to.    … Expand
  89. Stiffyourmom
    May 14, 2016
    9
    This planet's population of gamers owe one man eternal gratitude.

    His name is Marty Stratton, and with his team he has redefined the genre that once paved the way for all FPS games to follow. Marty was put in charge of Doom after Bethesda scrapped the original plans. His job was to make a doom that goes back to the roots and feels like the classic games. Not really an easy task,    This planet's population of gamers owe one man eternal gratitude.

    His name is Marty Stratton, and with his team he has redefined
    the genre that once paved the way for all FPS games to follow.

    Marty was put in charge of Doom after Bethesda scrapped the original plans. His job was to make a doom that goes back to the roots and feels like the classic games.

    Not really an easy task, considering doom is one of the most hyped franchises of all time, and a lot of the fans have incredibly high expectations, some at such levels it almost becomes unhealthy. And when the hype is built into such astronomical dimensions, you might fail to see the game for what it is, leaving you to miss out on the 95% good, and focus on the 5% that is bad or less good.

    But even considering what a daunting task it must have been for id to finally resurrect this dearly loved franchise, and even secure the future for themselves as a independent company. I have one simple thing to say.

    Oh boy have they succeeded.    … Expand
  90. TheSquash3
    May 14, 2016
    10
    I would give this game a 11 if metacritic allowed me too. I just got off from play doom to do something else cause I've already clocked in 6 hours on the game. It is the most fun gaming experience that I've gone through in a while! I would definitely recommend this game to ANYONE. Doom fans, non doom fans, gamers casual gamers, its just a fun experience for anyone.
  91. Thefeelofcotton
    May 13, 2016
    9
    As a fan of the original face paced, run and gun shooters, I was very skeptical about this new Doom iteration. After Doom 3 left me feeling "meh", I had reservations, but after the open beta I was convinced to at least give it a try. I'm so glad I did. This harkens back to the old days: fast, bloody, run and gun, and just downright fun. The "glory kills" (aka finishers) are fantastic!As a fan of the original face paced, run and gun shooters, I was very skeptical about this new Doom iteration. After Doom 3 left me feeling "meh", I had reservations, but after the open beta I was convinced to at least give it a try. I'm so glad I did. This harkens back to the old days: fast, bloody, run and gun, and just downright fun. The "glory kills" (aka finishers) are fantastic! There's nothing I love more than ripping off a possessed's leg and shoving it down their throat for the kill.

    For those reviews that say "There's no story etc" I say this: Read. The. Codexes. Especially for the enemies, they fill in so much back story as to why the demons and possessed do what they do. I know it's a foreign concept "reading in a FPS? nah brah" but trust me, it's worth it and can even give you a strategic advantage sometimes.

    I hope ID plans on making more shooters in this style because this was definitely a breath of fresh air. We'll done Bethesda and ID. We'll. Done.    … Expand
  92. Chaotic-Strike
    May 13, 2016
    10
    A modern update of Doom with an amazing story campaign that starts off slow but steadily increases the diversity of the enemies as you move on. Gone is the linear style gameplay that modern games like COD have gotten audiences numb to and is instead replaced with huge levels filled with many secrets. A single map could take you at least an hour to complete on harder difficulties

    The MP    A modern update of Doom with an amazing story campaign that starts off slow but steadily increases the diversity of the enemies as you move on. Gone is the linear style gameplay that modern games like COD have gotten audiences numb to and is instead replaced with huge levels filled with many secrets. A single map could take you at least an hour to complete on harder difficulties

    The MP while serviceable is largely not as strong as the SP campaign. The reason to get the newest Doom is for the single player and player created content in the Snap Map feature.    … Expand
  93. SDS_IV
    May 13, 2016
    9
    Doom is a solid 9/10 I haven't even cracked the top of the iceberg yet and I'm already thoroughly impressed with its content.

    Graphics are a 9/10 Gameplay is 9/10 Music/SFX are 10/10 Weapon Balance is 7.75/10 Server Availability 8.5/10 Pros: Fast, fun, gory and easy to learn Not CoD or Halo at all, it is its own thing Graphics and sound quality is amazing    Doom is a solid 9/10 I haven't even cracked the top of the iceberg yet and I'm already thoroughly impressed with its content.

    Graphics are a 9/10

    Gameplay is 9/10

    Music/SFX are 10/10

    Weapon Balance is 7.75/10

    Server Availability 8.5/10

    Pros:

    Fast, fun, gory and easy to learn

    Not CoD or Halo at all, it is its own thing

    Graphics and sound quality is amazing

    Cons:

    Average wait time in the lobby is about 20-30 seconds which is good but not enough time to get everything you want equipped.

    Finding a lobby can take a minute or two but once you're in the lobby doesn't dissipate till you leave

    Some of the weapons are way OP which limits the use of other less powerful weapons, hoping to see a couple weapons nerfed already but nothing insane like shotguns in Call of Duty where it's so imbalanced it takes away from the fun of the game. This is totally tolerable.

    So after a 10+ year wait, I'm hooked. It was worth every penny spent.    … Expand
  94. fallouts
    May 13, 2016
    10
    Very smart move on ID's part by letting actual gamers be the critics rather than all these sellouts on professional sites. Anyway, this is how a FPS game should be done, perfected to every detail. Graphics, music, mechanics are great. They've done fantastic job. One of the best games 2016 and a pleasant surprise. ID knew what it was doing with this game.
  95. ManemanFTW
    May 13, 2016
    10
    I would tipically made a full review for this game, but when i saw the reviews y saw dick heads that gave it a 0/10, For those people... Do you actually can make something better u dumb asses? u gave it a 0/10?!! wow, you must be a god programmer, but no you arent. So thats why i will give it a 10... so i can rise the average tnx to those morons
  96. tim_spooker
    May 13, 2016
    8
    Played a few hours so far.... this is simply for the campaign........I don't care about the multiplayer.......

    Fun game.....I dig the following: Weapons are punchy and fun to use... Controls are fluid and easy to get used to Graphics are clean and detailed .... In my opinion, it is a good throwback to how the original doom played....... Just keep in mind..... it is quick and    Played a few hours so far.... this is simply for the campaign........I don't care about the multiplayer.......

    Fun game.....I dig the following:

    Weapons are punchy and fun to use...
    Controls are fluid and easy to get used to
    Graphics are clean and detailed ....

    In my opinion, it is a good throwback to how the original doom played.......

    Just keep in mind..... it is quick and dirty.......... the anti-tactical shooter that the majority of shooters are..... at least on Xbox 1.........i    … Expand
  97. McGillotine
    May 13, 2016
    4
    A utter disapointment to the treat that was 2014's wolfenstein the new order, DOOM sports beautiful visuals and fun weapon designs but dosen't really justify the 100AUD/60USD that the game is worth. Heres a quick rundown of what you will expect.

    Pro's + The game is beautiful no doubt and made the transition from E3 presentations to home platforms without any major downgrades +Weapon    A utter disapointment to the treat that was 2014's wolfenstein the new order, DOOM sports beautiful visuals and fun weapon designs but dosen't really justify the 100AUD/60USD that the game is worth. Heres a quick rundown of what you will expect.

    Pro's
    + The game is beautiful no doubt and made the transition from E3 presentations to home platforms without any major downgrades
    +Weapon design is great all guns look beautiful and handle well at blowing your enemy to pieces
    +Easter eggs are fun
    +The game is hard especially on Nightmare proving an extreme challenge for even the most hardened of video game veterans

    Neutral (don't impact final score)
    / Sound design is great..... when it actually works, the sound on my game broke 2 hours into my first playthrough and requirded a new save file to fix.
    / Fast paced shooter elements are fun but eleminate any stratergy that might otherwise have been used. There is literally a crouch button in the game with little more than the purpose to enter secret area's.

    Negatives
    -The game is formulaic and every mission is brought foward as destroy these monster shires survive a wave of hellspawn, go to the next shrine and repeat with the only major variation being if there is a new major boss.
    - Multiplayer is God awful and presents the worst old school and new elements of arena shooters with little need to play other than to get all achievements
    -Story is weak and otherwise falls apart pretty early on in the first act
    -Monster encounters are expected and devalue the games horror elements
    -Lots and lots of bugs e.g disapearing sound, poor hit detection, enemies freezing in motion    … Expand
  98. hcliffed
    May 13, 2016
    10
    It's complete garbage, and let's talk briefly about why. When you play it, do you feel like you're playing the shooter that started it all? Does this feel like DOOM 1, 2, or even 3? Not at all. The enemies aren't scary, the gunplay is hit or miss, the soundtrack is non-existent.

    If you want good throwback shooters, buy Rise of the Triad, Serious Sam 3, or something else, but not    It's complete garbage, and let's talk briefly about why. When you play it, do you feel like you're playing the shooter that started it all? Does this feel like DOOM 1, 2, or even 3? Not at all. The enemies aren't scary, the gunplay is hit or miss, the soundtrack is non-existent.

    If you want good throwback shooters, buy Rise of the Triad, Serious Sam 3, or something else, but not this.

    Besides, after Dead Space, this series is just a joke.    … Expand
  99. supercoven88
    May 13, 2016
    9
    Similar to 2014's Wolfenstein: The New Order, Doom is a mostly successful old and new school fps design. Unlike their recent Wolfenstein reboot, Doom is absolutely bursting with content. Massive sprawling campaign levels, a fully fleshed out multiplayer map, and the single most powerful in game map making tool ever conceived.

    Assuming you aren't overly cynical, you should enjoy the hell    Similar to 2014's Wolfenstein: The New Order, Doom is a mostly successful old and new school fps design. Unlike their recent Wolfenstein reboot, Doom is absolutely bursting with content. Massive sprawling campaign levels, a fully fleshed out multiplayer map, and the single most powerful in game map making tool ever conceived.

    Assuming you aren't overly cynical, you should enjoy the hell out of this demonic gore fest.    … Expand
  100. RelapseJunkie
    May 13, 2016
    10
    all the people on here that give this game a 0 because they cant afford it need to get a life.

    The games great.

    Been playing for 10 hour now and I'm loving it
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

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  1. XboxAddict
    Jul 13, 2016
    88
    In the upcoming sequels (because let's face it, we know that they're already in development), please bring back a strong element of horror. I believe Guillermo Del Toro would be a fantastic asset for horror consultation. If you decide to go that route, I'd love to see the path this takes.
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  2. games(TM)
    Jun 21, 2016
    70
    While we won't go anywhere near as far to say that this online facing side of the game is an afterthought, it doesn't carry with it the same sense of intense playtesting and meticulous detail as the solo campaign.
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  3. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Jun 20, 2016
    90
    A tremendous return for an all-time great. Doom feels so fresh by being so old-school. [July 2016, p.75]
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