• But once you got used to how the game works, you will see that this is how Doom is meant to be played by the Devs. Perfectly thrilling experience, where you have to use a wide variety of weapons and exploit the Enemys weak spots. Playing any other difficulty is like a walk in the Park, with occasional Deamon slaying.
• DOOM Devs Can't Beat the Hardest Difficulty Level. According to id Software, DOOM's hardest difficulty setting is so punishing that even the forthcoming first-person shooter's developers cannot.
• Brutal is intended to turn the original Doom levels from somewhat hard to fairly hard, but if a map pack is tuned to be very hard in the original game it can become almost impossible to beat it in Brutal—and occasionally downright so; see Unwinnable example below.
• Brutal Doom: Black Edition is an edition of the Sergeant Mark IV’s Doom mod, Brutal Doom, that improves its gameplay and sound and visual effects, promotes a realistic and creepy atmosphere and considerably raises the difficulty if compared to the original WAD.

• Brutal Doom Difficulty Levels Causes
• Brutal Doom 0.18 Thread (ZDoom Forums)
• Brutal Doom Difficulty Levels
• Brutal Doom 64 - Hardest Difficulty - Level 7 And 8 - YouTube
• What Is Brutal Doom

Brutal Doom v21 Gold was released on May 17 2019, but I only had the time to make a trailer for it just now. Download: https://www.moddb.com/mods/brutal-doom.

Final Doom is a first-person shootervideo game developed by TeamTNT, and Dario and Milo Casali, and was released by id Software and distributed by GT Interactive Software in 1996. It was released for MS-DOS and Macintosh computers, as well as for the PlayStation, although the latter featured a selection of levels from Final Doom and from Master Levels for Doom II.

Final Doom consists of two non-canon 32-level episodes (or megawads), TNT: Evilution and The Plutonia Experiment. Unlike TNT: Evilution, which was officially licensed, The Plutonia Experiment was made by request of the team at id Software.^[1] The story in both episodes take place after the events of Doom II.^[2]TNT: Evilution features a new soundtrack not found in Doom and Doom II.

Gameplay[edit]

Final Doom plays identically to Doom II: Hell on Earth, and even features the same weapons, items, and monsters.^[3] The original game is widely considered to be significantly more difficult than its predecessors Doom and Doom II.

The gameplay in the PlayStation version of Final Doom is nearly identical to that found in the PlayStation version of Doom, and, in addition, it was compatible with the PlayStation Mouse.^[4] Compared to the MS-DOS original, the PlayStation version's overall difficulty was significantly reduced. Many of the harder levels were removed and those that remained often had enemies taken out (most noticeably the Cyberdemon being removed from the level 'Baron's Lair'). As in the original PlayStation version of Doom, many of the larger levels from the original MS-DOS versions of Final Doom and Master Levels for Doom II were removed, and both the Arch-vile and Spider Mastermind monsters were removed, due to technical constraints. This limited the PlayStation version to 30 levels in total. The more traditional rock tracks featured in Final Doom were replaced by a creepier ambient soundtrack by Aubrey Hodges, who later composed the music for Doom 64 in 1997.

There are several noticeable alterations to the presentation of Final Doom in the PlayStation version compared to the computer versions. The simplistic title screens featured in the computer versions have been replaced by a more elaborate title screen that features the animated flame-filled sky texture from the original PlayStation version of Doom. Many of the levels' sky textures have been replaced by different ones; some levels' skies are replaced by sky textures seen in previous Doom games, whereas others now feature a new starry sky texture. Finally, most of the level layouts are simplified, similar to previous Doom console ports, and the frame rate of the game is often lower than it was in the first PlayStation Doom game.

Plot[edit]

TNT: Evilution[edit]

In TNT: Evilution, the UAC are once again intent on developing and experimenting with dimensional gateway technology. They set up a base on one of the moons of Jupiter, with a solid detachment of space marines for protection. The marines do their job well; when the first experimental gateway is opened, they annihilate the forces of Hell. Research continues with more confidence and all security measures turned at the gateway.

A few months later, the yearly supply ship comes ahead of schedule, and looks strange and unusually big on the radar. The lax radar operators decide that there is nothing to worry about. The personnel of the base go out to behold the terrible truth: it is a spaceship from Hell, built out of steel, stone, flesh, bone and corruption. The ship's enormous gates open to unleash a rain of demons on the base. Quickly, the entire facility is overrun, and everyone is slain or zombified.

The main character, the nameless space marine (who was revealed to be the marine commander on the moon) has been away on a walk at that time and thus escapes death or zombification. After being attacked by an imp, he rushes back to the base where he sees the demonic spaceship still hovering above it and realizes what has happened. He then swears that he will avenge his slain troops and sets out to kill as many demons as possible.

In the end, the marine defeats the Icon of Sin and the game describes 'something rumbles in the distance. A blue light glows within the ruined skull of the demon-spitter.'

The Plutonia Experiment[edit]

In The Plutonia Experiment, after Hell's catastrophic invasion of Earth, the global governments decide to take measures against any possible future invasion, knowing that the powers of Hell still remained strong. The UAC is refounded under completely new management (the old trustees and stockholders were all dead anyway) and aims at developing tools that would prevent demonic invasions.

The scientists start working on a device known as the Quantum Accelerator that is intended to close invasion Gates and stop possible invasions. The experiments are carried out in a secret research complex, with a stationed detachment of marines. The work seems to be going well but the creatures from Outside have their attention drawn towards the new research. A Gate opens in the heart of the complex and unnatural horrors pour out. The Quantum Accelerator performs superbly: the Gate is quickly closed and the invasion is stopped. Research continues more boldly.

On the next day, a ring of 7 Gates opens and an even greater invasion begins. For one hour the Quantum Accelerators manage to close 6 of the Gates, but the Hellish army has become too numerous and too strong. The complex is overrun. Everyone is slain, or zombified. The last Gate of Hell remains open, manned and guarded by a Gatekeeper: a powerful, enormous and ancient demon that has the power to open Dimensional Gates and control or protect them.

The government, frantic that the Quantum Accelerator will be destroyed or used against humanity, orders all marines to the site at once. The player, the nameless space marine, was on leave at the beach. He was also closest to the site and gets there first. There he discovers that there is much demonic activity (howling, chanting, machine sounds) within the complex; the Gatekeeper is obviously working on something, and his work would soon reach some awful climax. He also realizes that when the marines arrive, they would not be able to penetrate the heavily infested complex, despite the firepower and support they will have. The marine decides to enter the complex and stop the Gatekeeper alone.

Development[edit]

Work on TNT: Evilution was started by TeamTNT, a group of WAD-making hobbyists who were active on the advanced Doom editing mailing list. Just days before it was to be released as a free download online, the project was acquired by id Software, and finished in November 1995.

Brutal Doom Difficulty Levels Causes

Brothers Dario and Milo Casali, who had contributed four levels to TNT: Evilution, were assigned the task of creating what became The Plutonia Experiment after having sent an eight-level WAD they had created to American McGee and managing to impress him along with the rest of the id Software crew. They created 16 levels each for The Plutonia Experiment in four months time, and submitted them in January 1996. Unlike their contributions to TNT: Evilution, which were edited after submission (four were also rejected due to being too large to run on the computers of the day), these were the final revisions of the levels, and Dario Casali later commented about the fact that no changes were requested: 'Thank God because I was ready to throw my computer out the window at the time.'^[5]

Dario Casali acknowledged the difficulty level of The Plutonia Experiment in an interview on Doomworld, stating 'Plutonia was always meant for people who had finished Doom 2 on hard and were looking for a new challenge. I always played through the level I had made on hard, and if I could beat it too easily, I made it harder, so it was a challenge for me.'^[5]

Reception[edit]

Brutal Doom 0.18 Thread (ZDoom Forums)

Reviewing the PC version in GameSpot, Jim Varner argued that Final Doom is a waste of money, since it is essentially just a new set of level maps for Doom, and there were already thousands of such maps available to download for free on the internet.^[7]

While Major Mike of GamePro criticized that Final Doom has no new enemies or weapons, and that the PlayStation version includes only 30 levels as compared to the PC version's 64, he was pleased with the 'huge, perplexing, and sometimes sadistic levels' and the new scenery, and considered Doom still a compelling enough game that simply more of the same was enough to satisfy.^[4]PlayStation Magazine gave it a score of 9/10, calling it 'essential'.^[9] A reviewer for Next Generation was less impressed, remarking that a side-by-side comparison with the PlayStation version of the original Doom reveals that Final Doom has a much lower frame rate, less precise control, and more visible seams in the textures.^[8] Three of the four reviewers of Electronic Gaming Monthly said they were tired of seeing ports of Doom, and that Final Doom was simply another such port with new level maps. They also said that the game engine had become severely outdated in the years since Doom was first released. Crispin Boyer was the one dissenting voice, expressing enthusiasm for the new level designs.^[6]

Notes[edit]

1. ^Aubrey Hodges composed the PlayStation port of the game.

References[edit]

1. ^'5 Years of Doom'. 5years.doomworld.com. Retrieved 2020-07-11.
2. ^'Storylines for Classic Doom / Doom II games'. www.classicdoom.com. Retrieved 2020-07-11.
3. ^'Final Doom'. Electronic Gaming Monthly. No. 87. Ziff Davis. October 1996. p. 55. This time around, there are no new weapons or enemies, just another series of masterfully designed maps ...
4. ^ ^ab'ProReview: Final Doom'. GamePro. No. 98. IDG. November 1996. pp. 100–1.
5. ^ ^abDoomworld. '5 Years of Doom'. 5years.doomworld.com.
6. ^ ^ab'Review Crew: Final Doom'. Electronic Gaming Monthly. No. 89. Ziff Davis. December 1996. p. 88.
7. ^ ^abVarner, Jim (July 25, 1996). 'Final Doom Review'. GameSpot. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
8. ^ ^ab'Final Doom'. Next Generation. No. 24. Imagine Media. December 1996. p. 254.
9. ^PSM 13

• Interview with Dario Casali (1998) by Doomworld

External links[edit]

• Final Doom on Doom Wiki
• Final Doom at MobyGames

QuestZDoom

Recommended Mod Combinations and Play Styles

The amount of content for the GZDoom engine is quite astounding. During Beta Testing our team tried as many combinations, looking for what worked best in VR. At the end we tallied up everyone's favourite mods to produce this list. This is by no means a comprehensive guide, but it's a great starting point if you are unfamiliar with Doom modifications/
All of the mentioned mods are available to download via the QuestZDoom Launcher. You can find notes regarding the best performance settings within the Launcehr.

A big thank you once again to our dedicated beta testers for help compiling this list.

First Time Experience (Maps of Chaos + MeatGrinder)

This is what I show friends to let them know what QuestZDoom is all about. Action, Gore, great map design and a soundtrack that blows your mind. Maps of Chaos in combination with Meatgrinder is just so good. Experience the original iD maps, but turned up to 11.

FreeDoom Phase1 + Maps of Chaos + Meatgrinder + VR Weapons Meatgrinder + AI Textures + Sounds remastered + IDKFA OST

Alternatively (If Doom I is owned):

Doom + Maps of Chaos + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + HD Textures Lite + IDKFA OST

Enjoyed Maps of Chaos? Maps of Chaos also extends the original Doom II maps with new areas and more monsters.

Doom II + Maps of Chaos + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3D Weapons + HD Textures Lite

The True Sequel to Doom II (Doom 64: Retribution)

Widely considered to be the true sequel to Doom II. Doom 64 was originally released for the Nintendo 64. This is a fan recreation. The goal of the project is to be mostly accurate to the original game as well as add very minor improvements for that extra bit of polish. Think of this mod as being an enhanced version of Doom 64.

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Doom 64: Retribution + Doom 64 OGG Music Files + Doom 64 3D VR Weapons + Bolognese Brutal Mod

Welcome to the Torture Chamber (unloved)

Enjoy escaping a mad house torture chamber? Neither do we, but this mod needs to be played! Combine with Brutal Doom and let the blood fly.

Doom 2 + Unloved + Brutal Doom + 3D VR Brutal Doom Weapons + High Res Textures Lite + Sounds Remastered

Great Sci Fi Setting (Back to Saturn X)

Back to Saturn X is a great mappack to be played vanilla. Just add some gore with Bolognese mod, the remastered Sounds and you are ready to go. Back to Saturn X makes Doom feel fresh and new. 2 Episodes are available which are separate mods in the Launcher.

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Back to Saturn X pt1 + pt2 + Bolognese + Vanilla Voxel Weapons (or 3D VR vanilla weapons) + Sounds Remastered

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Back to Saturn X Episode 2: pt1 + pt2 + Bolognese + Vanilla Voxel Weapons (or 3D VR vanilla weapons) + Sounds Remastered

Brutal new Adventures in Hell (The Way ID Did Brutalised)

FreeDoom Phase 1 + The Way ID Did + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + AI Textures + Sounds remastered + IDKFA OST

If Doom I / II are owned:

Doom I + The Way ID Did + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + HD Texture Lite + IDKFA OST

Doom II + The Way ID Did + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + HD Texture Lite

Hell Breaking Loose - Exciting Scripted Events and Atmosphere (Hell on Earth Starter Pack Brutalised)

Contains 32 new levels specifically designed for Brutal Doom.

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Hell on Earth Starter Pack + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + AI Textures + Sounds remastered

Alternatively (If Doom II Owned):

Doom II + Hell on Earth Starter Pack + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + HD Textures Lite

Post Apocalyptic Doom (Ashes 2063)

Note: This one doesn’t have VR weapons. Play with the Laser Sight on.
Ever wondered what would happen in Fallout and Doom had a baby? It would be called Ashes 2063! The lack of VR weapons is more than made up for by great performance and really fun action.
Make sure you add the Bolognese mod!

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Ashes 2063 + Ashes 2063: Textures and Weapons + Captain J's Wasted Ashes SFX + Bolognese

Wolfenstein Brutalised!

Note: This one doesn’t have VR weapons. Play with the Laser Sight on.
An excellent tribute to the original Wolfenstein. Don’t let the old skool graphics fool you. Playing this brutalised is a blast. Achtung! Schutzstaffel!

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Brutal wolfenstein + Brutal Wolfenstein HD Textures

Alternatively:

Doom II + Brutal wolfenstein + Brutal Wolfenstein HD Textures

Twitch 'n Kill (HacX 2.0)

If you don't know HacX yet, you should definitely check it out. Formerly marketed as a licensed add-on for Doom, it is now freely available and one of the most ingenious and futuristic games that use the Doom engine. With the GFX Overhaul and VR weapons you take the game to a whole new level.

HacX + HacX GFX Overhaul + HacX VR Weapons

John Romero’s Sequel to Doom (Sigil)

John Romero, who was one of the creators of the original Doom, recently revisited the franchise creating a sequel to Ultimate Doom. Sigil takes place after the episode 'thy flesh consumed' and before Doom II. Consider yourself forewarned: this is old skool difficulty! Note: When loading this it will appear as a new episode, not as the whole game. Make sure you select the correct episode to play.

FreeDoom + SIGIL + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + AI Textures + Sounds Remastered

Alternatively:

Doom I + SIGIL + Brutal Doom + Brutal Doom 3d Weapons + High Res Textures Light + Remastered Sounds

Come Get Some with the Duke! (Duke Nukem 3D)

Note: This mod does not currently feature or allow VR weapons. Use the Laser Sight for aiming.
You are not in LA, but the ugly, nasty aliens are also up to mischief here. with this mod combination you slip into the skin of a hero who not only carries the biggest balls, but also the biggest weapons.

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Duke Nukem 3D TC

Alternatively:

Doom II + Duke Nukem 3D TC

You can also drop Duke Nukem over most Core Games / Map Pack to experience the same levels with Duke textures and Enemies. I.e:

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Scythe 2 + Duke Nukem 3D TC

Game Over Man, Game Over! (Alien: Eradication)

Brutal Doom Difficulty Levels

Pending: VR Weapons / Fixes
Like being scared? Been waiting for a chance to be impregnated by a Xenomorph? Experience Aliens: Eradication. The Single Player Missions are a bit too intensive for the Quest. However the mod allows Aliens to be dropped on any map pack or game. We recommend the following as an excellent mix of atmosphere, however do try them all out and let us know what works best.

Brutal Doom 64 - Hardest Difficulty - Level 7 And 8 - YouTube

FreeDoom Phase 2 + Dark Moon + Alien: Textures and Monsters

What Is Brutal Doom

Alternatively:

Doom II + Dark Moon + Alien: Textures and Monsters