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DOOM Eternal

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 • 2020

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Quick resume

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.

Global score

91/100

Genres

Action, Shooter

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    Pros

    • Fast-paced, skill-based combat
    • Highly replayable with dlc and modes
    • Excellent graphics and optimization
    • Engaging heavy metal soundtrack
    • Deep weapon and upgrade systems

    Cons

    • Some players find platforming and bosses frustrating
    • Story and lore can be confusing or weak
    • Battlemode multiplayer is unbalanced and unpopular
    • Minor bugs and glitches reported
    • Some mechanics may overwhelm new players

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Relaxation, Survival, Violence, Fellowship. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Status, Competition, Expression.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players have freedom to choose weapons, upgrade paths, and combat strategies; game encourages mastering mechanics and personal playstyle."

    • Competence
      5

      "High skill ceiling with challenging combat, requiring mastery of weapon swapping, timing, and resource management; players feel rewarded for improving."

    • Competition
      1

      "Some competitive elements like leaderboards and Battlemode exist but are minor compared to single-player focus."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Many players report habitual long sessions, replaying campaigns and DLCs, and engaging with challenging modes."

    • Cooperation
      -4

      "Primarily a single-player experience with limited cooperative multiplayer; Battlemode is PvP but not cooperative."

    • Creativity
      2

      "Players customize upgrades and weapon mods; some creativity in combat approach but limited world or level creation."

    • Domination
      -3

      "Interactions are mostly single-player or balanced PvP; no strong emphasis on dominating others socially or competitively."

    • Escapism
      5

      "Highly immersive fast-paced action provides strong escape from real life stress and demands full attention."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment; no indication of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting
      4

      "Encourages trying different weapons, combos, and tactics; players experiment with mechanics to optimize combat."

    • Exploration
      3

      "Game includes secret hunting and varied environments, rewarding curiosity though mostly linear levels."

    • Expression
      2

      "Customization of weapons and upgrades allows some self-expression; limited character or environment personalization."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Strong fantasy elements with demons, hellish worlds, and supernatural powers; highly imaginative fiction."

    • Fellowship
      -4

      "Mostly solo play with minimal social interaction; community exists but gameplay is individual."

    • Growth
      5

      "Players develop skills, learn enemy patterns, and improve mastery over time; progression through upgrades."

    • Health
      -4

      "Sedentary gameplay with intense focus; no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires continuous attention and focus; fast-paced combat demands active engagement."

    • Intimacy
      -5

      "No close social or emotional relationships formed through gameplay; minimal social connection."

    • Leadership
      -4

      "No significant leadership roles; gameplay is individual or balanced PvP without group management."

    • Progression
      5

      "Strong emphasis on accumulating upgrades, weapons, and abilities to enhance power and effectiveness."

    • Relaxation
      -3

      "Gameplay is intense and adrenaline-fueled, creating tension rather than relaxation or flow."

    • Sensation
      5

      "High sensory stimulation with fast action, gore, dynamic visuals, and heavy metal soundtrack."

    • Status
      1

      "Some social recognition through leaderboards and achievements but mostly individual focus."

    • Story
      2

      "Story and lore exist and are appreciated by some, but narrative is secondary to gameplay."

    • Strategy
      4

      "Requires tactical thinking, weapon choice, resource management, and positioning to succeed."

    • Thrill
      5

      "High suspense and thrill from intense combat, risk, and overcoming challenging enemies."

    • Value
      4

      "Players report high value for time and money due to extensive content, replayability, and quality."

    • Violence
      5

      "Core gameplay centers on violent combat, gore, and destruction of demons."

    • Survival
      4

      "Players must manage resources and avoid death in challenging combat scenarios."

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