Step up from the Doom 2016 in every possible way. I found Doom 2016 dull, and insanely boring after the initial gore rush. I was getting new gear but I didn't feel like I was progressing in any way. Felt underwhelming.
This on the other hand feels much more dynamic, no gun is worthless and every enemy is a puzzle, more accurately every enemy has an efficient way to be dealt with, and how you efficiently deal with multiple enemies, constantly switching weapons and managing inventory feels like a puzzle to be solved. While Doom 2016 allowed players to play really aggressively, it is damn near impossible to play this game any other way, you have to be constantly moving. The game doesn't hold the player's hands at all, you CANNOT beat the game without learning and mastering all of the mechanics.
The gore is satisfying as always and the soundtrack is godlike. The platforming sections do not feel out of place and give a nice change of pace.
This is without any doubt the best shooter I've ever played.

Reviewed on Aug 03, 2022


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