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DOOM Eternal

DOOM Eternal

Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you.

91%
Very Positive
Developerid Software
PublisherBethesda Softworks
Release DateMar 19, 2020
$29.99
Peak Players84.9K
Metacritic88
PlatformsWindows
Action
AI Review Summary

DOOM Eternal is a high-octane, skill-based FPS that evolves the series with a complex 'combat dance' and refined parkour mechanics. While many praise its mechanical depth and visual polish, some players find the restrictive resource management and mandatory platforming a departure from the more straightforward 2016 predecessor.

Pros

  • Masterfully tuned, fast-paced, and skill-based combat loop that rewards mechanical mastery.95%
  • Stunning visual design, world-building, and high-quality gore effects.85%
  • Deeply rewarding mechanical depth that creates a rhythmic flow comparable to precision action games.90%
  • Excellent performance and technical polish in the core gameplay experience.80%

Cons

  • Mandatory external Bethesda account and DRM requirements hinder accessibility and offline play.85%
  • Restrictive gameplay loop forces specific weapon and gadget usage for resource management.90%
  • Increased focus on first-person platforming and parkour is polarizing for long-time fans.75%
  • Occasional progression-breaking bugs, such as issues with Praetor suit upgrade tokens.40%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers frequently compare the rhythmic combat flow to the precision of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice.
  • A significant portion of the negative sentiment stems from a preference for the simpler gameplay of DOOM (2016).
Confidence: 72%
Based on the 200 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 12, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
870
Peak · last 90 days
2.3K
All-time peak
84.9K

Price

Current price
$29.99
Lowest tracked
$7.99since Jan 9, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
91%
All-time positive
91%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews217.1K
Positive: 198.4K (91%)Negative: 18.7K (9%)

3%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

30h

Avg Playtime at Review

70%

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