Ranking Every Doom Game, From Worst to Best
Whether you’re a veteran Doom Slayer or just picking up your first shotgun, one thing’s for sure: Doom is more than just a series—it’s a genre-defining phenomenon. From its groundbreaking debut in 1993 to its latest modern reboots, Doom has shaped the entire landscape of first-person shooters (FPS).
But which of these demonic, fast-paced games stands out from the rest? We’ve broken down the main entries in the series, ranking them from worst to best, so you can see which titles live up to the iconic legacy.
It’s impossible to understand the evolution of FPS games without tipping your hat to Doom’s revolutionary gunplay, level design, and of course, that pulse-pounding, adrenaline-fueled soundtrack. The tech behind these games was nothing short of remarkable for their time, and even today, developers like Auroch Digital keep that Doom legacy alive in games like Warhammer 40K: Boltgun.
For simplicity, this list focuses only on the main Doom releases, leaving out the countless user-made mods, remasters, and re-releases that have flooded the gaming world over the years (but they deserve an honorable mention!). While we all await the upcoming prequel, Doom: The Dark Ages, here’s where the existing Doom games stand.
Sure, at first glance, Doom may seem like a blend of dark fantasy and sci-fi, given the demons, hellish landscapes, and lore. And technically, it is! But whether you’re fighting demons on Mars or navigating the depths of Hell itself, the essence of Doom remains: relentless action, larger-than-life battles, and one unyielding mission—rip and tear until it’s done.
So, grab your BFG, and let’s dive into the madness of Doom, ranked from worst to best.