DOOM

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  • Summary: Developed by id Software, DOOM returns as a challenging modern-day shooter experience. Relentless demons, impossibly destructive guns, and fast, fluid movement provide the foundation for intense, first-person combat – whether you’re obliterating demon hordes through the depths of Hell in theDeveloped by id Software, DOOM returns as a challenging modern-day shooter experience. Relentless demons, impossibly destructive guns, and fast, fluid movement provide the foundation for intense, first-person combat – whether you’re obliterating demon hordes through the depths of Hell in the single-player campaign, or competing against your friends in numerous multiplayer modes. There is no taking cover or stopping to regenerate health as you beat back Hell’s raging demon hordes. Combine your arsenal of futuristic and iconic guns, upgrades, movement and an advanced melee system to knock-down, slash, stomp, crush, and blow apart demons in creative and violent ways. [Nintendo]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 66
  3. Negative: 0 out of 66
  1. Gaming Age
    Nov 9, 2017
    100
    It can’t match the visuals of other releases, but at the same time I don’t think it makes any major sacrifices that keep the experience from being enjoyable. Just be aware that there is a considerable difference between the Switch and PS4/Xbox One versions visually, and I think you’ll be fine.
  2. Digital Chumps
    Nov 14, 2017
    85
    DOOM is a great game, no matter what platform you play it on, including Switch. On the Switch, you lose SnapMap and will have a significantly reduced graphical presentation, but the experience remains fun and addictive, and now also portable thanks to the nature of the Switch. For some, the trade-off may not make sense, but for others, it’s more than fair.
  3. IGN Italia
    Nov 10, 2017
    81
    Doom in this portable version is an experience to try at least once and to enjoy completely, despite some graphical limits and controls in need of careful calibration.
  4. Hardcore Gamer
    Nov 9, 2017
    80
    It’s clear, beyond the obvious limitation with resolution and frame-rate, that DOOM for Switch has had to make some restrictions. Even so, for those who haven’t yet experienced one of last year’s finest, most surprising releases, DOOM even now represents one of the genre’s finest moments for some time. Clearly those who already own the game on another platform will have to think long and hard over the novel value of having a game of this caliber on the go. And while the visual blemishes and rough edges do detract on occasion and are clear to spot, playing DOOM on the Nintendo Switch still conjures that same jubilant energy that id Software’s behemoth has long been praised for. Tainted in its visuals it might be, the heart, soul and demon-crushing ferocity of its gameplay, in the end, shines through regardless.
  5. Multiplayer.it
    Nov 10, 2017
    80
    ​Doom is still one of the best first person shooters out there and the limited power provided by Nintendo Switch can't change this. Despite its ridiculous resolution and its low FPS, you can now enjoy the experience in full portability thanks to this porting.​
  6. XGN
    Nov 20, 2017
    75
    Obviously, DOOM cannot match with the graphical power of its counterparts on other consoles, but it still is DOOM running on a Nintendo Switch. The Joy-Cons are not sufficient for a FPS, but the overall experience is a good and gory game on the Switch.
  7. We Got This Covered
    Nov 9, 2017
    60
    DOOM suffers some undeniable downgrades in graphical fidelity on Switch, which anyone could've predicted. It's when these downgrades effect enjoyment of the game, however, that one starts to wonder if it was all worth it.

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  1. Positive: 112 out of 137
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 137
  3. Negative: 9 out of 137
  1. Krzysztof81
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    For me, the original was 10 out of 10 game and this one is no different. It's exactly the same experience. The only thing that bothered me wasFor me, the original was 10 out of 10 game and this one is no different. It's exactly the same experience. The only thing that bothered me was lack of 60 fps. For the fast paced shooter like Doom, it's noticeable. For that reason alone I would deduct 2 points of the final score, but on the other hand, the Switch version, essentially IS a portable version, which is very impressive ... and let's not forget that you get all DLCs.… Expand
  2. Comadreja
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Genial para una portátil súper fluido y nada que envidiar alas consolas de sobremesa… Expand
  4. Jefflocher
    Apr 18, 2018
    10
    The best first person shooter of this generation. A campaign that focuses on gameplay and strategy instead of hand holding and cut scenes.The best first person shooter of this generation. A campaign that focuses on gameplay and strategy instead of hand holding and cut scenes. Multiplayer promotes balanced weapons and a variety of game modes. Hopefully we'll see some co-op modes in future installments.… Expand
  5. omniface
    Mar 8, 2021
    9
    a great game for anytime with few flaws

    pros good plot makes doom title appealing when the word doom isnt appealing at all very    a great game for anytime with few flaws

    pros
    good plot
    makes doom title appealing when the word doom isnt appealing at all
    very enjoyable for a heavy game
    good mechanics
    good graphics
    kept the exact same game

    cons
    great but not a ten    … Expand
  6. Ghazman2019
    Jun 6, 2019
    9
    DOOM for Nintendo Switch is an amazing port! This is DOOM on the go! Though it runs at 30 fps its not a big difference as some may say.DOOM for Nintendo Switch is an amazing port! This is DOOM on the go! Though it runs at 30 fps its not a big difference as some may say. Because of the success of DOOM we are getting DOOM Eternal and I can not wait for that to make its way to the Switch by the same people who ported the original DOOM to switch!… Expand
  7. Luiserfer
    May 2, 2021
    8
    Doom en switch es una pasada y se va de los mejores juegos técnicamente. en la consola
  8. l-vShadow
    Sep 3, 2020
    0
    One of the worst playing experience for me, the controls are horrible. Repetitive gameplay, and a bad game overall in my opinion.

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