Doom II: Hell on Earth

Why recommended

• Fast-paced, first-person shooter action with a focus on circle-strafing and dodging projectiles, a core element shared with Doom II's run-and-gun combat.
• Criteria — Action is central to the gameplay, with constant enemy encounters and a wide array of powerful weapons to master, alongside Challenging Difficulty requiring precise aim and movement.
• Features a robust multiplayer deathmatch mode, allowing players to compete against each other in arenas, extending the high-octane action beyond the single-player campaign.

Why recommended

• Engaging first-person shooter combat against a variety of alien and human enemies, requiring strategic use of weapons and environment, similar to Doom II's tactical monster encounters.
• Criteria — Offers a challenging difficulty curve that pushes players to master movement and weapon usage, and its core gameplay is pure Action, with constant threats and combat scenarios.
• Features a strong multiplayer component, particularly through its iconic deathmatch mode, which became a staple for competitive FPS action, much like Doom II's online play.

Why recommended

• Features relentless, high-stakes combat against hordes of alien and robotic enemies, demanding constant movement, quick decision-making, and precise shooting, echoing Doom II's 'run and gun' philosophy.
• Criteria — The game is designed around Challenging Difficulty, with friendly fire, limited resources, and overwhelming enemy numbers, and its entire premise is pure Action.
• Built from the ground up for Multiplayer, offering cooperative gameplay where teamwork is essential to survive missions against impossible odds, a modern take on shared intense combat experiences.