The DOOM franchise kicked off first-person shooter games in the 90s, and always seems to return when the genre needs an update.
There have been many iterations of id Software’s DOOM launched over almost 30 years, most of which have been incredibly successful. It looks like a new DOOM it comes just in time when other first-person shooter games are obsolete and the world needs something exciting to surprise them. DOOMThe gameplay is iconic and fast, full of engaging and exciting “shoot first, ask later” action to kill demons.
But while the franchise has always done very well, some games have been received more warmly than others in the eyes of fans and critics. Based on an average of critical scores from Metacritic, OpenCritic and the Internet game database, see how all the major DOOM games stacked against each other.
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7. DOOM 3: BFG Edition: 65/100
This remastering of DOOM 3 it looks like a mixed bag depending on the platform, but it’s a very good package overall. This edition comes with an updated version of DOOM 3 for the then new generation, with better graphics, audio and a checkpoint system. It is also a complete package that includes DOOM 3expansion of, Resurrection of Evil, and a new call The Lost Mission. It also comes with full versions of Ultimate DOOM and DOOM II, making it a great package for fans.
However, outside The Lost Mission expansion, nothing here was really new to anyone who owned the original games. In addition, for those looking for updates DOOM graphics, the franchise has a history of being easy to modify, and the community had already made improved texture packs and models, making this release practically redundant.
6. DOOM 64: 75.5 / 100
DOOM 64 It combined classic style with direct footage and included an original story. Although it followed the same formula as the previous game DOOM titles, it was still an amazing game for the Nintendo 64. It had great graphics, although the animations were still a little flat, and it could be dark in some areas. Outside of gameplay, however, the most important element of DOOM games is music, and DOOM 64 has a great soundtrack that is several steps up from its predecessor SNES. Overall, critics thought this was a very good game for the time.
5. DOOM: 80/100
The original DOOM, unsurprisingly, obtained excellent critical review scores and is still well ranked among others DOOM bonds and spin-offs. The game really took off after launch, as there was nothing like it on the market at the time, especially given the time it was released. Satanic Panic was still on people’s minds, so having violence and demons in a game was controversial – although it was incredible for the players.
DOOMThe soundtrack also quickly became iconic, and parts of it are still used in recent games. The original DOOM it was a great success and entered the history of video games as one of the greatest, bringing evil to many homes and generating sequences, spin-offs and various mods over the years, maintaining a sequence until today and working on all modern calculating consoles .
4. DOOM II: Hell on Earth: 83.5 / 100
The second game was a great accompaniment. At the DOOM II, Doomguy goes straight to hell to deal with the problem. Although it has a slightly higher rating, it was seen at the time as basically the same game, but also a good sequence with great level design. It was also the first DOOM to include multiplayer, although that was very basic. There was no new mechanics, but since DOOM it was still a new series, it was almost all forgiven. However, those looking to try it today are likely to do better with DOOM 3: BFG Edition.
3. DOOM 3: 86.5 / 100
The original DOOM 3 it went very well when it was released in 2004, and even received expansions. It can be considered the first FPS back to basics, launched at a time when the genre needed to return to its roots, pitting a Guy against Hell and expelling hordes of demons with uninterrupted action. DOOM 3 it is also the first story and folklore game in the series, truly bringing it to a younger generation.
2. DOOM (2016): 87/100
The most recently DOOM games are also the best rated. In addition to being the most visually updated, these games have also brought many innovations to update the formula. Focused on history DOOM it is back, but it is spread out and not too long or full of scenes. Even Doomslayer ignores some of the goals in favor of destruction. Equal to DOOM 3, DOOM (2016) launched after years of FPS games full of tricks to make them stand out, and the classic franchise has brought things back to basics. The graphics are fantastic and work perfectly for the fast-paced action it provides.
1. Eternal DOOM: 87.5 / 100
Unsurprisingly, 2020’s DOOM Eternal is the most critically acclaimed game in the franchise. The sequel to DOOM (2016), is like the version of this game of DOOM II. Once again, the Doomslayer goes to Hell to fight hordes of demons. Eternal it is more difficult than its predecessor and has more demons – which is exactly what you would expect in that situation. However, unlike DOOM II, Eternal it also adds new mechanics to keep things fresh. It improves an already incredible game that allows players to incorporate the cool, difficult, unforgiving and always in control Doomslayer, making it the best version of DOOM out there.
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