UPDATE: This game still kicks ass! DLC's are now free which add to multiplayer, but this game is really about the amazing single player campaign. RIP N TEAR UNTIL IT IS DONE!


Original Review:

If you are a fan of DOOM, or maybe you've never played any DOOM game before, you have to pick this up!

I'll talk about multiplayer first, since it is the white elephant in the game...
Don't expect it to be a Quake style arena shooter. It is light on arena MP, considering you spawn with loadout kits. The pickup game focuses on armor, ammo, and powerups, which can strategically turn the tide in a match if you are owning the armor and mega health pickups.
Demon rune is a huge game changer, which is tons of fun when you become the demon but also debatabley takes away the core competitiveness of arena combat.
MP is still fun, great maps and cool weapons with fun game modes. Nice customization unlocks for armor, colors, decal skins, and emotes. Unfortunately, the MP community is slowly dwindling so you will need to look online for communities to join like Reddit or Discord.

Now let's talk about the single player...
I must congratulate ID Software on balancing classic shooter mechanics with new modern gameplay mechanics. No reloading, no stamina, no health regen, no snapping cover system.... this is DOOM at its core. Fast movement, with every weapon you find being available for use at any time in combat, and lots of demons to slay!
The large fight encounters are treated like arenas, which is a minor draw back... but I found it exciting to discover new areas where I knew an epic battle was going to go down. The arenas are well designed to maintain a nice flow while running around and slaying demons. The finisher mechanics are quick and sweet, it doesn't detract from the experience, and the maps are sprawling, with keys and plenty of hidden secrets to hunt for.
And let's not forget the amazing soundtrack that Mick Gordon composed for DOOM. The music is amazing, a nice mix of ambience which switches to adrenaline pumping metal when you get into combat.

This game is a wonderful example of all focuses coming together to make a great game. Tech, Design, and Art all come together to deliver a truly modern DOOM experience. Pick this one up, and prepare yourself for some RIP N' TEARING!

UPDATE: This game still kicks ass! DLC's are now free which add to multiplayer, but this game is really about the amazing single player campaign. RIP N TEAR UNTIL IT IS DONE! Original Review: If you are a fan of DOOM, or maybe you've never played any DOOM game before, you have to pick this up! I'll talk about multiplayer first, since it is the white elephant in the game... Don't expect it to be a Quake style arena shooter. It is light on arena MP, considering you spawn with loadout kits. The pickup game focuses on armor, ammo, and powerups, which can strategically turn the tide in a match if you are owning the armor and mega health pickups. Demon rune is a huge game changer, which is tons of fun when you become the demon but also debatabley takes away the core competitiveness of arena combat. MP is still fun, great maps and cool weapons with fun game modes. Nice customization unlocks for armor, colors, decal skins, and emotes. Unfortunately, the MP community is slowly dwindling so you will need to look online for communities to join like Reddit or Discord. Now let's talk about the single player... I must congratulate ID Software on balancing classic shooter mechanics with new modern gameplay mechanics. No reloading, no stamina, no health regen, no snapping cover system.... this is DOOM at its core. Fast movement, with every weapon you find being available for use at any time in combat, and lots of demons to slay! The large fight encounters are treated like arenas, which is a minor draw back... but I found it exciting to discover new areas where I knew an epic battle was going to go down. The arenas are well designed to maintain a nice flow while running around and slaying demons. The finisher mechanics are quick and sweet, it doesn't detract from the experience, and the maps are sprawling, with keys and plenty of hidden secrets to hunt for. And let's not forget the amazing soundtrack that Mick Gordon composed for DOOM. The music is amazing, a nice mix of ambience which switches to adrenaline pumping metal when you get into combat. This game is a wonderful example of all focuses coming together to make a great game. Tech, Design, and Art all come together to deliver a truly modern DOOM experience. Pick this one up, and prepare yourself for some RIP N' TEARING!