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How Did A Toy Gun Become Doom’s Iconic BFG?

The BFG is easily one of the most recognizable video game weapons of all time. The iconic firearm was born to eviscerate monsters and demons in id Software's seminal first-person shooter, Doom. The gun was there for the formative years of the genre itself and has remained a mainstay, whether in follow-up Doom games, other id Software titles, or games in the genre as a whole.But the Big F**king Gun actually has a rather unexpected history, having been based on a toy that was purchased from Toys'R'Us.How did a kid's

Fan Video Imagines Animal Crossing’s Isabelle Ripping And Tearing With Doomguy

If you haven't yet heard, Animal Crossing and Doom fans are the best of friends these days. A slick fan video put together by TheDashingDoctorK shows the mild-mannered dog-friend from Animal Crossing and Super Smash Bros. teaming up with the Doom Slayer to kill imps in a bombed-out hellscape.If you haven't kept up with the memes, this all started because Doom Eternal and Animal Crossing: New Horizons happened to share a release date. This triggered a flood of imaginative fanart based around the unlikely pair.Both New Horizons and Doom Eternal

Doom Eternal Video Review

Id Software's return to Doom in 2016 was a phenomenal update of the franchise's classic shooter formula. It was fast and intense, full of huge monsters and scorching metal tracks, modernizing the feel of the 1990s original while adding some new-school flourishes. Where Doom 2016 brought the original Doom into the present, Doom Eternal feels like a big step forward in making the franchise something new: It's a master class in demon dismemberment after the introductory course to ripping and tearing of four years ago. Like its predecessor, Doom Eternal

Half-Life: Alyx – Essential Tips Before Playing

Half-Life: Alyx nails so much of what makes the series great, and VR elevates some of its best qualities. But if you're not familiar with the ins-and-outs of VR or the way Half-Life typically does things, we have you covered. Even veterans such as myself wish I knew a few of these tips before playing, such as what weapon upgrades to spend your valuable Resin on, among other things.One aspect you may not be familiar with is how Half-Life tends to do puzzles; there are no waypoints or objective markers,

Doom 2016 vs Doom Eternal Gun Comparisons

Doom Eternal's arsenal is full of weapons that have been around in the franchise for a long time, but they've gotten some significant tweaks and improvements in id Software's latest title. You'll recognize quite a few of your guns in Eternal from Doom 2016, but in the sequel, they often hit harder, look cooler, and sound better. Check out the video above to see a comparison of each of the returning weapons in Doom Eternal and how they've been tweaked since your last venture to Hell.One of the biggest changes

Doom Eternal Review Roundup

Doom fans are getting ready to rip and tear their way through the long-awaited sequel to the series' 2016 reboot, and if the reviews are any indication, Doom Eternal delivers. Taking cues from 1994's Doom 2: Hell on Earth, Eternal challenges players to beat back the hordes of Hell from Earth itself, introducing a load of fun new toys for the Doom Slayer to play with.In general, critics have plenty of positive things to say about the shooter, including our 8/10 review-in-progress. "Once you get the hang of it, though,

Doom Eternal Guide: Essential Starter Tips To Help Devastate The Demon Horde

Doom Eternal is an intense game, so you can be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed by the demon horde, especially on higher difficulties. Compared to its predecessor, it's a far more fast-paced experience because of its emphasis on mobility and demand for even twitchier shooting reflexes.To make sure you’re ripping and tearing in the most efficient way possible, we’ve got a few tips to get your slaying started ahead of the game's release on Friday, March 20. Once you get your hands on the game, be sure to leave

Doom Eternal: Things You Should Know Before Playing

Doom Eternal is an intense game so you can be forgiven for feeling a little overwhelmed by the demon horde, especially on higher difficulties. Compared to its predecessor, it's a far more faster-paced experience because of its emphasis on mobility and demand for even twitchier shooting reflexes.To make sure you’re ripping and tearing in the most efficient way possible, we’ve got a few tips to get your slaying started ahead of the game's release this coming Friday. Once you get your hands on the game, be sure to leave tips

Doom Eternal Review In Progress

Editor's note: We will be finalizing this review once Doom Eternal has officially released and its multiplayer servers become available. Look out for an update after the game launches on March 20; for now, read on for our full thoughts on the single-player portion.Id Software's return to Doom in 2016 was a phenomenal update of the franchise's classic shooter formula. It was fast and intense, full of huge monsters and scorching metal tracks, modernizing the feel of the 1990s original while adding some new-school flourishes. Where Doom 2016 brought the

Bleeding Edge Gets Even Bigger with Mekko and a Brand-new Map

Today, we’re incredibly hyped to announce a brand-new fighter coming to Bleeding Edge: Mekko! Mekko is a trash-talking, crab-walking dolphin piloting a mech, and the sole survivor of a series of brutal experiments designed to turn ocean dwelling creatures into biological sonic weapons. Aided by Daemon, Mekko escaped captivity and now puts his mechanical-assisted abilities to the test in the Bleeding Edge arenas. Our newest addition to Bleeding Edge is a Ranged Tank with limited mobility who can pull allies to safety. By absorbing damage with his bubble shield, Mekko