Doom 3

Monday, August 23rd, 2004

I’ve been trying to contain myself and hold my comments on Doom 3 until I’ve finished the game, but I just can’t hold it in any longer!

First thing’s first, this game f’n rules! If you’re into gaming, I’m sure you’ve read some of the not-so-awesome reviews Doom 3 has received. I guess when a game’s in development for years on end, people expect a lot. I expected to be running around shooting demons with huge guns in dark and creepy environments. Needless to say, I was not one of those that were disappointed. I’ve been having a great time playing this game and am still finding myself in awe of it’s beauty. Beauty… not a word you’d expect to hear when someone’s talking about Doom 3. But really, it is nothing shy of breath-taking at times. Walking into a massive room where this giant machinery is working away. It’s incredible!

Although it is predicable at times and borderline tedious when blowing up half a dozen of the same enemies in a single room. That’s not gonna keep you from shitting yourself. Some of my friends have even admitted to screaming out loud while playing. I haven’t screamed, per say. But I have let out the occasional ‘Whoa! Shit!‘

I’m very surprised how well Doom 3 performs on my system. I thought for sure I’d have to wait until I upgrade my processor or get one of the next-gen video cards that are currently making their way to stores. Not at all! It runs mint with what I have and without having to sacrifice special effects or quality. It actually runs waaaay better than Far Cry and Battlefield Vietnam.

Currently, I’m about three quarters of the way through the game. I just landed myself in Hell. That is some tough shit! Those little baby-insect thingers. Man, I hate those little bastards!

I’m gonna leave it there for now. I’ll write a final opinion once I’ve beaten the game.

-Designed by yours truly using screenshots taken during gameplay.