Doom 3: Resurrection of Evil - A Welcome Return to the Mars Base

The Mars base, once abandoned due to the horrors that lurked within, has been reopened for exploration and combat in Doom 3: Resurrection of Evil (RoE). This new chapter in the franchise offers a fresh set of challenges and opportunities for players to delve deeper into the world of doom. With new additions, changes, and improvements, RoE provides another reason for fans to return to the Mars base.

One of the most significant enhancements is the Grabber Gun, which allows players to fling fireballs back at demons. This addition proves to be a valuable asset in combat, especially when combined with the redirected attack feature. The latter can usually kill enemies in one hit if it lands successfully. Another notable change is the return of the double barrel shotgun from Doom 2, although its effectiveness has been questioned by some.

RoE also introduces new weapons and demons for players to battle against. Unlike Doom 3, where surprise attacks were a common occurrence, the monsters featured here are less likely to ambush the player. The lighting in the game has been improved, but players will still need to switch to their flashlight at times.

The gameplay has undergone several small improvements, making it more enjoyable and responsive. The marine's abilities have also been enhanced, allowing him to harness the power of the infernal artifact against Hell itself. This time around, the artifact is a powerful weapon created by the forces of Hell, and its activation sets off a chain reaction that sends demonic hordes back to the Mars base.

The story of RoE picks up shortly after the events of Doom 3. Betruger, the evil scientist who betrayed humanity, has become a demon known as Maledict. The new story follows the marine's quest to battle his way through demons, visit Hell, and save the day by defeating the mastermind behind the invasion.

Despite being marketed as an expansion pack for PC players, RoE feels more like a small sequel or DLC campaign. Its separate listing on Steam library suggests that it was intended as a standalone game, which is consistent with its release as a standalone title on consoles. Regardless of how it's classified, RoE offers a welcome return to the Mars base and provides an exciting new chapter in the Doom franchise.

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