DOOM Eternal - the sequel to the 2016 reboot - now with The Ancient Gods DLC

[Manjuice Nutella]

Now look up who chained Prometheus to his rock. Hint: it's not Hephaestus.

Alan Ripley.

So I'm after the 1st level of TAG1, Ultra-Violence. My reflexes are too boomer for Nightmare, I switch weapons like my mother types on a keyboard.

I was on the lookout for those famous 2 Marauders, they finally appeared at the end of the level. Turns out that was the easier part that last arena was so swamped with enemies, running as randomly in all directions as I was that I just started to laugh out loud at the sheer ridiculousness and absurdity of this gaem.

Good trollish DLC so far. As always, I enjoyed the Slayer Gate the most. I also think the Unmaykr is the most underrated weapon in the game; at least for me, I always prefer to split those rare 30 rounds for a couple of Archviles or something similar here or there, than just clearing out a room full of fodder that doesn't kill the big leagues anyway.

 

[Caim]

So I'm after the 1st level of TAG1, Ultra-Violence. My reflexes are too boomer for Nightmare, I switch weapons like my mother types on a keyboard.

I was on the lookout for those famous 2 Marauders, they finally appeared at the end of the level. Turns out that was the easier part that last arena was so swamped with enemies, running as randomly in all directions as I was that I just started to laugh out loud at the sheer ridiculousness and absurdity of this gaem.

Good trollish DLC so far. As always, I enjoyed the Slayer Gate the most. I also think the Unmaykr is the most underrated weapon in the game; at least for me, I always prefer to split those rare 30 rounds for a couple of Archviles or something similar here or there, than just clearing out a room full of fodder that doesn't kill the big leagues anyway.

It's a decent start, yes. TAG1 is better at trolling than 2, and there's some good stuff ahead of you. Do remember that you have the Unmakyr near the very end of the game.

 

[Manjuice Nutella]

So does this game have any longevity, outside of this 1v2 multiplayer?

One thing I cannot fathom is how apparently, 1,5 years after the release, there's still no level editor or any real modding support. Not only is OG Doom (2), an almost 30 year old (!) game the absolute #1 advertisement of modding and what wonders it can do for a game; even the platform is Bethesda's out of all things lmao. They can even integrate it in this official multiverse "lore", as some format named W.A.D. ("Wayshrines to Alternate Dimensions", "Waddling Around Doomfaggotry" or whatever). Maybe that "snapmap" from Doom 2016 was such a disaster than they didn't even care this time around?

 

[Caim]

So does this game have any longevity, outside of this 1v2 multiplayer?

One thing I cannot fathom is how apparently, 1,5 years after the release, there's still no level editor or any real modding support. Not only is OG Doom (2), an almost 30 year old (!) game the absolute #1 advertisement of modding and what wonders it can do for a game; even the platform is Bethesda's out of all things lmao. They can even integrate it in this official multiverse "lore", as some format named W.A.D. ("Wayshrines to Alternate Dimensions", "Waddling Around Doomfaggotry" or whatever). Maybe that "snapmap" from Doom 2016 was such a disaster than they didn't even care this time around?

Nope. Sometimes they add in a new challenge map, but that happens only rarely (once per six months or so). The touted invasion mode that let you drop into someone else's game to mess with them has been scrapped in favor of a horde mode, which was already being modded in by the fans. For the rest there's fake longevity by putting unlockable skins behind a grind, and you have to complete the grind in a month before the unlock track gets replaced by another one. For example, the new track appeared today and will run until September 2nd. And if you missed them? Well, the first two packs are available for purchase at $8.99 each.

 

[HansDampf]

Would be great if they released a proper level editor and tools that allow people to create custom maps and campaigns like for old Doom. There is lots of potential here. But modern gaming industry is being modern gaming industry.

 

[orcinator]

I want an update that restores the old difficulty.

Just pirate it for the original version.
Oh wait.

 

[Manjuice Nutella]

Nope. Sometimes they add in a new challenge map, but that happens only rarely (once per six months or so). The touted invasion mode that let you drop into someone else's game to mess with them has been scrapped in favor of a horde mode, which was already being modded in by the fans. For the rest there's fake longevity by putting unlockable skins behind a grind, and you have to complete the grind in a month before the unlock track gets replaced by another one. For example, the new track appeared today and will run until September 2nd. And if you missed them? Well, the first two packs are available for purchase at $8.99 each.

That's a shame, but I guess the answer already lied in how I was the only person posting itt.

Even if modding tools are impractical or out of reach for some reason or another, they could just make a truly solid multiplayer a la Unreal Tournament 2k4. Didn't id Software do Quake 3 Arena itself? I know, not those zoomers present right now, but still. The mechanics in Doom Eternal are already good enough to support such kind of multiplayer. It's not like they don't have a budget since the game got them half a billion dorras.

 

[Caim]

Nope. Sometimes they add in a new challenge map, but that happens only rarely (once per six months or so). The touted invasion mode that let you drop into someone else's game to mess with them has been scrapped in favor of a horde mode, which was already being modded in by the fans. For the rest there's fake longevity by putting unlockable skins behind a grind, and you have to complete the grind in a month before the unlock track gets replaced by another one. For example, the new track appeared today and will run until September 2nd. And if you missed them? Well, the first two packs are available for purchase at $8.99 each.

That's a shame, but I guess the answer already lied in how I was the only person posting itt.

Even if modding tools are impractical or out of reach for some reason or another, they could just make a truly solid multiplayer a la Unreal Tournament 2k4. Didn't id Software do Quake 3 Arena itself? I know, not those zoomers present right now, but still. The mechanics in Doom Eternal are already good enough to support such kind of multiplayer. It's not like they don't have a budget since the game got them half a billion dorras.

Nah, Deathmatch was excluded from Doom Eternal because according to Pete Hines it wouldn't feel like Doom.

Also, the "deathmatch" in Doom 2016 that few people liked was not made by Id but by Certain Affinity, who have been the go-to team for the multiplayer modes for several Halo and Call of Duty games. While the gameplay was a bit like that of the base game it had an extensive unlock track that was longer than the mode was capable of retaining players.

 

[Caim]

Well, the first two packs are available for purchase at $8.99 each.

Update: make that THREE now. They come in three different flavors: the Slayer cosmetic packs that have one new model for the Slayer and some vanity stuff that'll only matter if you play online a lot, and the Series cosmetic packs that have 2-3 skins for demons, one for the Slayer, two new weapon skins and more multiplayer vanity stuff. Note that you could unlock this by playing the game during the time the packs were active, where you'd gain XP along a track to unlock you these things. So basically a free season pass. But the season's over and if you want them, better cough up that dough:





Note that the demon models are ONLY in multiplayer, so it's not like you can change the models in single player. And yes, the price difference is significant. Because apparently a model that you see only a handful of times in the single player campaign warrants that much on its own.

 

[Lyric Suite]

Would be great if they released a proper level editor and tools that allow people to create custom maps and campaigns like for old Doom. There is lots of potential here. But modern gaming industry is being modern gaming industry.

Doom 2016 showed why this will never happen. Level editors don't work on consoles.

Same reason why you can't have proper death match despite the game being basically an arena shooter with monsters instead of players. Adding classic death match would be the easiest thing in the world, the game is basically already there, but they can't do it because, again, wouldn't work on consoles.

 

[Ivan]

favorite FPS since FEAR:

 

[LESS T_T]

Brief on the upcoming 6.66 update coming this fall, Horde Mode, updated Battlemode, two new master levels (World Spear and Mars Core): https://slayersclub.bethesda.net/en/article/4w25n9cYIMSQP3FF4n58cv/doom-eternal-quakecon-2021-news

UPDATE 6.66 BRINGS HORDE MODE, BATTLEMODE UPDATES AND MORE
Get excited – DOOM Eternal’s upcoming Update 6.66 is on the way, with tons of new content and improvements for fans across all platforms to enjoy.

Slayers will put their skills to the test with Horde Mode, a fast-paced gauntlet pitting players against waves of demons as they compete for the best score. As you battle through the demons’ forces, high priority targets will be marked, challenging players to eliminate them expediently for a massive score bonus! As you play and improve your rankings, more content (and challenges) are unlocked, offering a replayable experience and more dead demons than you can shake a Meathook at.

BATTLEMODE is also getting a major overhaul with an improved matchmaking system that takes your win streaks into account, meaning more matches with similar players along with several other enhancements to improve your experience in the arena. Speaking of arenas, Update 6.66 also brings Stronghold, an all-new BATTLEMODE arena for you and your friends to duke it out online!

Of course, we haven’t forgotten about Master Levels. Update 6.66 will include not one, but two new Master Levels for players to test their mettle: World Spear and Mars Core. We’ll have more to share on Update 6.66 in the near future, so be sure to check out the Slayers Club to stay current on the latest DOOM news.

 

[Junmarko]

 

[MuckMan]

I just recently started Doom: Eternal, but I have a question, maybe the most relevant question for Doom 2016 and Eternal ever.... Was there a reference or easter egg regarding Repercussions of evil? I have to know!
For Reference:

 

[Caim]

Indirectly, at most. In 2016 a building is collapsed onto the Slayer, in the multiplayer mode and with a certain skin you can be a zombie, and the ending of The Ancient Gods Part 1 is... well, just play it and you might figure it out.

 

[orcinator]

After an eternity, the DLC's denuvo was defeated.
So what was that about the difficulty?

 

[Caim]

After an eternity, the DLC's denuvo was defeated.
So what was that about the difficulty?

At release TAG part 1 was a sharp increase in difficulty from the base game, but that was also in part because it has been a while since people last played the game. When TAG part 2 came out the difficulty was nerfed, which people didn't like.

 

[Boleskine]

Who among us could perform these feats?

 

[LESS T_T]

Horde Mode comes next week:

DOOM Eternal’s Update 6.66 arrives 10/26! Our biggest free update yet will include the all-new arcade style Horde Mode, BATTLEMODE 2.0 with a new arena and streak-based rewards, two new Master Levels and more!

 

[Multidirectional]

At release TAG part 1 was a sharp increase in difficulty from the base game, but that was also in part because it has been a while since people last played the game. When TAG part 2 came out the difficulty was nerfed, which people didn't like.

Wasn't there some mod that restored original TAG 1 difficulty? I dimly recall reading something about it somewhere but cannot find it now. I'm gonna do DLCs for the first time soon, because the faggot game wouldn't even launch when I bought it and DLCs on Steam, so had to refund and wait ages for DLC crack. I really wouldn't mind experiencing TAG 1 as it was first released, damn.

*edit* Found this - "Restores TAG1 spawns to how they were before Update 5.0.". Anyone used it?

 

[LESS T_T]

Showing Horde Mode. Actual gameplay is from 50:00. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fu299DO3WOA



Apparently upcoming update has more gameplay updates, like spicing up some encounters in TAG2.

 

[LESS T_T]

The update is here.



https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/782330/view/3034856131529101652

Outside of Horde Mode and two new master levels (and whatever BattleMode updates), some gameplay changes and QoL are there too:

New Slayer Campaign & BATTLEMODE 2.0 Changes

CONTROLLER: WEAPON-SPECIFIC BINDS

• Players can now remap their controller to include specific weapon-specific binds

COMBAT SHOTGUN (FULL AUTO MOD)

• Added ability to switch weapons during wind down animation
  
• Adjusted base charge time and wind down time
  
• Speed of Quick Recovery upgrade has been increased
  
• Removed additional movement speed penalty for firing so there is just slowdown on activation. As a result, the Fast Feet upgrade removes all movement penalty and the string has been updated to reflect that

The Ancient Gods - Part Two Balance Changes

The World Spear

• Updated Fountain encounter by adding a Pain Elemental and improving AI pathing
  
• Added some incidental encounters to mountain area
  
• Adjusted pacing of initial Blood Maykr encounter

Reclaimed Earth

• Beefed up the first encounter to make it a bit more challenging and added a Mancubus
  
• Removed Stone Imps from the first stage of the Escalation Encounter
  
• Removed Shield and Riot Soldiers out of the Library arena
  
• Added some more challenging AI to combat as you ascend the Library building
  
• Added an additional Mancubus to the final arena

Immora

• No changes

Main Menu Music Option for ALL platforms

Happy to announce the community requested QOL option to be able to chose which music plays in the main menu!

Main Menu Music options now available via Audio menu:

• DOOM Eternal Menu Music
  
• The Ancient Gods Menu Music

 

[Ash]

Who among us could perform these feats?

One of my hobbies is weightlifting. 50 pounds isn't that much.

 

[JDR13]

One of my hobbies is weightlifting. 50 pounds isn't that much.

Stop bragging about your max bench, oldfag.

 

[Ash]

Fag alert