š¬ VaporLens
Positives:
Addictive, enjoyable, strategic combat
Classic DOOM feel, new elements
Stunning graphics, optimized performance
Dragon/mech sections add variety
Weighty combat, impactful sound design
Negatives:
Generic, uninspired, and repetitive gameplay
Slower, less fluid combat
Too easy, unbalanced weapons
Poor combat mechanic changes
Underwhelming and generic soundtrack
Gameplay:
Emphasis on shield and parrying
Grounded, less vertical combat
Strategic weapon selection required
Increased story and cutscenes
Varied weapons and upgrade system
Performance:
Inconsistent, demanding performance on PC
Steam Deck compatibility is mixed
Very fast loading times
DLSS is essential for performance
Frame generation is well-implemented
Recommendations:
Mixed reception; Await sale?
Different gameplay experience
High hardware requirements
Masterpiece; GOTY contender
Inferior to Doom Eternal
Miscellaneous:
Prequel expanding Doom lore
Deeper Slayer lore and origins
Story is fun but forgettable
Medieval/Scandinavian aesthetic and setting
Performance and accessibility settings