Summary
- Release Year: 2009
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: iOS
- Developers: Escalation Studios
- Publishers: id Software
Doom Resurrection (2009) Review
Developer: Escalation Studios Publisher: id Software Platforms: Nintendo DS Release Date: June 26, 2009
Score: 8.5/10
Introduction
Doom Resurrection is an on-rails shooter survival horror game developed by Escalation Studios under the leadership of John Carmack and published by id Software. It was released on June 26, 2009, for the Nintendo DS. The game is set in a parallel universe to Doom 3, and it uses assets from that previously developed game.
Gameplay
Doom Resurrection is an on-rails shooter, meaning that the player’s movement is restricted to a predetermined path. The player controls the Doomguy, who is armed with a variety of weapons, including the shotgun, plasma rifle, and rocket launcher. The player must use these weapons to fight their way through hordes of demons, including the Imp, Pinky, and Cacodemon.
In addition to the main campaign, Doom Resurrection also features a survival mode, in which the player must fight off waves of demons for as long as possible. The survival mode is a great way to test the player’s skills and to earn new weapons and upgrades.
Setting
Doom Resurrection is set in a parallel universe to Doom 3. The game’s story begins on the UAC research facility on Mars, where the Doomguy is awakened from a cryogenic sleep. The facility has been overrun by demons, and the Doomguy must fight his way through the hordes of hell to escape.
The game’s setting is dark and atmospheric, and it is filled with the iconic imagery of the Doom franchise. The player will fight their way through a variety of environments, including the UAC research facility, the Martian surface, and the depths of hell.
Graphics and Sound
Doom Resurrection uses the Doom 3 engine, and it features impressive graphics for a Nintendo DS game. The game’s environments are detailed and atmospheric, and the character models are well-animated. The game’s sound design is also top-notch, and it features a haunting soundtrack and realistic sound effects.
Story
Doom Resurrection’s story is not particularly deep, but it is effective in providing a backdrop for the game’s action. The player takes on the role of the Doomguy, who is a lone marine fighting against the forces of hell. The game’s story is told through a series of cutscenes, and it is full of action and suspense.
Conclusion
Doom Resurrection is a great on-rails shooter survival horror game. The game’s fast-paced action, impressive graphics, and haunting atmosphere make it a must-play for fans of the Doom franchise.
Pros
- Fast-paced and exciting gameplay
- Impressive graphics for a Nintendo DS game
- Haunting atmosphere
- Great sound design
Cons
- Story is not particularly deep
- Can be repetitive at times
Overall, Doom Resurrection is a great game that is sure to please fans of the Doom franchise. The game’s fast-paced action, impressive graphics, and haunting atmosphere make it a must-play for anyone who enjoys a good shooter game.
Review Score
8.5/10
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