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September 6, 2013 / Guides & References

September 6, 2013 / Doom & Ultimate Doom
Author: Various Release Date: July 9th 1996

Introduction

Hail to the King, baby! In this classic total conversion based off the third Evil Dead, you take the role of Ash to unleash pain upon hordes of undead in familiar locations across nine levels.

September 4, 2013 / Doom 2: Hell on Earth
Author: Rick Lipsey Release Date: January 24th 1996

Introduction

Monstrosities are lurking everywhere and there is only one way out of the base, but three keys are needed and these have been scattered about. Hunt them down while clearing out all demonic, secure the base and live to tell another tale.

August 28, 2013 / Quake
Author: Simon "sock" OCallaghan Release Date: July 6th 2013

Introduction

Wind tunnels themed level using a unique brickwork and gothic visual style. Difficulty settings will offer different pacing and play style, so choose wisely before entering this domain.

August 27, 2013 / Doom 2: Hell on Earth
Author: John "Dr. Sleep" Anderson Release Date: June 10th 1994

Introduction

The second canto in Anderson’s INFERNO series, originally released for Ultimate Doom, before being updated for Doom 2. This review covers version 2.2 also known as ACHRON22. Continues the journey after entering Dante’s Gate, appearing somewhere along the shores of Acheron still look for Beatrice.

August 24, 2013 / Duke Nukem 3D
Author: Mister Sinister Release Date: August 16th 2013

Introduction

The situation isn’t looking up for Duke. An invasion on the city has begun but he finds himself hiding behind a rock in the ocean and having misplaced his pistol once again. He can’t be waiting here forever, so it is about time to head out and get the job done.

August 22, 2013 / Doom 2: Hell on Earth
Author: John "Dr. Sleep" Anderson Release Date: May 17th 1994

Introduction

The first canto in Anderson’s INFERNO series, originally released for Ultimate Doom before being updated for Doom 2. This review covers version 2.5 also known as DANTE25. The story goes that, after an attack on the UAC base your lady-friend Beatrice has gone missing and was last seen entering a warp gate. You soon follow behind.

August 19, 2013 / Doom 2: Hell on Earth
Author: Aware and Soutec Release Date: July 23rd 1995

Introduction

FISTFUL is a total conversion which goes on to change what we know of Doom by stepping away from those high tech labs and fiery pits of hell, instead taking players on a journey to the old west across two maps, complete with new graphics and audio.

August 19, 2013 / Doom & Ultimate Doom
Author: Varun Abhirama Krishna Release Date: August 1st 2007

Introduction

ODARK is heavily inspired by Episode Four from the original game, more specifically both E4M1 and E4M6 and focuses a level around a darkly lit and atmospheric gothic theme. Requires a limit-removing port to play.

August 18, 2013 / Duke Nukem 3D
Author: Alejandro "HeXTra" Pastor Release Date: October 27th 2012

Introduction

ESBN6 feels like a good old classic Duke experience and simple one at that, focusing on key card hunting and fighting against enemies in heavily guarded rooms. But there is a problem. Duke seems to have misplaced his weapons and goes on his adventure empty handed.