Summary
WithDoom Eternal, gamers get to experience one of the best single-player campaigns of this generation. The top-notch visuals and impeccable framerate have been designed to get the best out of their respective platform.Doom Eternal, like its predecessor, is a brutal shooter that does away with modern gameplay mechanics like cover shooting and stealth in favor of old-school run-and-gun.
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There is still a great deal of emphasis on strategy and tactics in using the environment to take down enemies as efficiently as possible in adrenaline-inducing gunfights. Unfortunately, like all good single-player campaigns, they have to end, but there are some great alternatives for fans ofDoom Eternalto satisfy their slaying needs.
Updated August 06, 2025, by Michael Llewellyn:Fans of theDoomseries love the adrenaline-infused nature of the gunplay. It is fast-paced, gruesome, and violently satisfying. Few games can match the speed or the level of power fantasy the series provides. Mechanically, Doom is the opposite of methodical shooters like Ghost Recon or Rainbow Six. Instead of stealth, the Doom series forces players to think fast and react with skill and good timing. Even though Doom Eternal will remain the best for many players, that does not mean there are no viable alternatives. This list has been updated to include more greatgames like Doom Eternal.
21Quake 2 Remastered
Launching 26 years after the originalQuake 2,theQuake 2 Remasteredis a dream come true for fans of old-school shooters. It features 4K support, smoother gameplay, and cross-platform multiplayer. The remaster also includes more accessibility features to give it a modern sheen. Moreover, it has the original DLC, withThe Reckoning,Ground Zero,and theDoom 64missions. The remaster includes an expansion from iWolfenstein’sMachine Games with 28 new levels.
20Prodeus
After spending time in Early Access, retro-inspired shooterProdeuslaunched in 2022. The game was inspired by theDoomandQuaketitles from the 90s; it looks and feels similar to theQuake 2 Remasteredand is perfect for fans of the classics andDoom Eternal.
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Yet despite the retro aesthetic,Prodeusfeels and plays like a modernDoomgamewith its gunplay, accessibility, speed, and rendering techniques. Fans of the classics will loveProdeus,but there is enough here to please fans of modern shooters too.
19Turbo Overkill
Turbo Overkillis another retro-inspired shooter that fans ofDoom Eternalwill love. Instead of demons and alien-like creatures,Turbo Overkillis a cyberpunk action shooter with similar mechanics, speed, and pacing toDoom.It even manages to outdo most of its inspirations with the amount of blood and gore on display with its creative and gruesome kills - the chainsaw leg mechanic is particularly memorable and fun to pull off.
Turbo Overkillplays like a mash-up ofDoom, Quake,andtheSerious Samseries. There is a more prominent emphasis on shooting and killing everything in sight than its inspirations.Turbo Overkillis a great way to switch off and conduct an orchestra of violence from start to finish.
The second entry in theLeft 4 Deadseries capitalized on the influx of zombie films and games of the late 2000s and early 2010s. It is still a popular game with horror and action fans, with many still hoping for a proper sequel even after the launch of its spiritual successor,Back 4 Blood.
Although the game has a thoroughly enjoyable single-player campaign, the multiplayer modes madeLeft 4 Dead 2stand out. The game was also highly regarded for its enemy variety which demands that players are on their toes as each comes with its strengths and weaknesses.
17Unreal Tournament 3
Developed by Epic Games,Unreal Tournament 3was ahead of its time, especially for consoles, as it focused primarily on online play. Like the rest of the series,Unreal Tournament 3adopts tried and trusted game modes like capture the flag and deathmatch.
One change from the previous iterations of the series is that the single-player campaign has amore in-depth story. Rather than being based around the Tournament Grand Championship like its preceding games, the single-player inUnreal Tournament 3features a Necris attack on a human colony.
16Back 4 Blood
As a spiritual successor toLeft 4 Dead,Back 4 Bloodwas developed by the team that created the original co-op zombie shooter. As with its predecessor,Back 4 Blooddoes have a single-player element, but it is designed to be played as part of a team.
That said, the action and gunplay inBack 4 Bloodare particularly satisfying, fast-paced, and violent - everything a fan ofDoomcould ask for. There is a good selection of weapons, and the undead monsters are gruesome.
15Painkiller
Released in April 2004,Painkilleris the oldest entry on this list. Polish developer People Can Fly teamed up with DreamCatcher Entertainment to release aDoomclone with an emotional story centered around the death of the protagonist and his wife.
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The playable character, Daniel, must fight through hordes of monsters as he attempts to leave purgatory and join his wife in heaven. Like most games on this list,Painkillerhas a multiplayer mode that features the classic modes Capture the Flag and Deathmatch.
14Bioshock
With an eye-watering score of 96,Bioshockis one of the highest-rated games on Metacritic. The beloved shooter from 2K Games has more of a survival horror element to it than theDoomseries, as players struggle to stay alive amidst the threat of avoiding numerous enemies, such as the notorious Big Daddies.
Bioshockis more story-driven and immersive than the action-packedDoomseries. Even so,Bioshockwill appeal toDoomfans with its excellent FPS combat that requires a more tactical approach. However, players should still be prepared for some frantic and brutal battles against the residents of Rapture.
13Titanfall 2
Developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by EA, the firstTitanfallgame had some excellent ideas but struggled to keep the interest of many players months after its launch.Titanfall 2initially continued this trend of having a disappointing player base, as the game went under the radar potentially due to EA launching it just one week afterBattlefield 1.
However, despite the slow start,Titanfall 2gained more fans through constant word-of-mouth praise from active players, and the fast-paced shooter is still going strong today thanks to its excellent single-player and multiplayer modes.
12Metro Exodus
Metro Exodusis a post-apocalyptic action horror game with an emphasis on survival. Its pacing and gunplay are very different fromDoom Eternal,but the variety of hideous monsters and stunning visuals make it an experience that all FPS fans should consider.
The use of customized weapons and satisfying gunplay makeMetro Exodusone of the best horror shooters available. Despite being a sequel, the player can jump intoMetro:Exoduswithout feeling lost, as it serves as a solid introduction to the games and books.
