The format of these posts is simple: let’s discuss a specific game or series!

Let’s discuss the DOOM series. What is your favorite entry? Are there any moments or mechanics that stand out to you? What aspects of the games do you like most? What are areas that could be improved or don’t work for you? Feel free to share any thoughts that come up, or react to other peoples comments. Let’s get the conversation going!

If you have any recommendations for games or series for the next post(s), please feel free to DM me or add it in a comment here (no guarantees of course).

Previous entries: Ori, Metal Gear, Slay the Spire

  • AutomaticJack@beehaw.org
    12·
    10 months ago

    Doom 1 is the one that will always hold a place in my heart. The family PC back then only ran at 25MHz and Doom required 33 so my Dad would bring his work laptop home for me to play on. No headphones but it didn’t matter, it was such an impactful experience for me as a kid and I’ll always remember it fondly.

    I got to meet Jon Romero a few years back too - they say you shouldn’t meet your heroes but he is definitely an exception. Super nice dude and he blocked out a full hour on his calendar to just chat with me.

    • Xatolos@reddthat.com
      1·
      10 months ago

      John Romero now lives in Galway, Ireland, and according to the FAQ on Romero Games:

      I’ll be in Galway. Can I stop by the studio? As a game development studio, we’re not really set up for public tours. Most of the stuff we’re working on is under non-disclosure agreements. However, if you want to say a quick hello to someone here, you’re welcome to contact us, and we’ll see what we can do.

      https://romerogames.com/faq

      So it is possible to meet him, and not just at conventions.