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"Doom's arrival on the wonderful system that is the Nintendo Switch is the perfect opportunity to be reminded of why it's such a fantastic experience despite its age. It's old-school FPS fun at its finest, and now you can carry it's dark corridors and hellish landscapes on the smallest of backpacks. Sadly, while the gameplay has been left intact, this version is far from the perfect port that it could be, due to a couple of odd omissions and changes - but at least it is super cheap (as it should)."
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About Doom
Doom Classic launched in July 2019 as a modernized port of the 1993 original and its sequel by id Software. This version runs on the classic id Tech 1 engine wrapped inside Unity, bringing the experience to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices alongside PC. Bethesda Softworks published these titles after fixing early criticism regarding always-online requirements and stability issues that plagued the initial console releases. The package serves as a definitive way to play two legendary shooters without needing emulation or complex setups. It strips away modern mechanics to focus on the raw, fast-paced action that defined the genre when it first exploded into popularity.
Gameplay
You move through hellish levels blasting demons with a shotgun, chainsaw, and rocket launcher in real time. The core loop involves sprinting through corridors, spotting enemies, and managing ammo while avoiding heavy fire. There is no cover system or health regeneration to rely on here. You must keep moving because standing still means death. Combat requires constant strafing and precise aiming since the game rewards aggression over caution. Single-player campaigns in both Doom and Doom II Classic offer distinct level designs with secret areas hidden behind walls or switches. Controls feel responsive on all platforms despite the age of the source code, maintaining that specific snappy feel from the early nineties without modern safety nets.
What Players Think
Critics loved this compilation, with OpenCritic giving it a 87 out of 100 score and 85.71% of reviewers recommending it. Metacritic sits at an 83 for PS4 players. GamingBolt called it one of the best video game compilations available, while PSX Brasil rated it a perfect 95. The community moods lean heavily toward nostalgic satisfaction with high completion rates among those who finish both games. Players note that the fix patches resolved the initial login headaches, allowing for smoother sessions now. Average playtime reflects the condensed nature of these campaigns, often taking most users under ten hours to see every secret. Reviews consistently mention the value of having both titles in one package without extra cost.
PlayPile's Take
This title is worth buying if you want instant access to two classics on modern hardware without hunting down emulators. The price is negligible compared to new releases, and the achievements add a reason to revisit levels for perfectionists. It is not for people looking for deep storylines or complex RPG mechanics. The game ends abruptly once you clear the final boss in Doom II, leaving nothing else to do. Grab it if you need a quick shot of adrenaline or want to see where the genre began without friction.
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IGDB Rating
90.9
RAWG Rating
4.4
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