Man of Doom Posted November 21, 2018 Ok, so the context is that I've just recently introduced a close friend to the Doom franchise as a whole, and I'd like for them to see what exactly the modding community is like in all its glory. It certainly helps that in the past few years, I've come to see some truly gorgeous maps come to fruition (from megaWADs like Ancient Aliens, Sunlust, and UAC Ultra to single-map projects like Saturnine Chapel), and my friend is actually an artist themselves who dabbles in surrealist art. In all honesty, I'd actually like for my friend to join the Doom community and to see the very best of what it has to offer (I'm aware of the Cacowards, although that'd be a good place to start). So with that being said, I have to ask: What do you think are the most visually striking maps or mods you've seen in the Doom community? It doesn't have to be a direct download to the maps or mods in question, just simple images or summaries will do if you'd like. 0 Share this post Link to post
Bauul Posted November 21, 2018 (edited) There was a discussion on this pretty recently actually: Personally for me, Sunder takes the cake as the best looking wad out there, with Viggles' maps (specifically Brigandine) also getting a massive shout-out, but a lot comes down to personal taste. 0 Share this post Link to post
elend Posted November 21, 2018 I would like to see your friend enter the community. New blood is always good, especially if it comes from an interesting corner like „surreal art“. Would love to see what he can cook up with GzDoom Builder. Maybe show him stuff like; The Quirky Domain Lilith.wad Mr. Friendly Those are some more artistic approaches to Doom mapping in my opinion and hopefully entertain your friend in a completely different way than most other FPS or games with modding abilities. 0 Share this post Link to post
Doomkid Posted November 21, 2018 Aeon DM and Don’t Be a Bitch for Zandronum both contain a heaping helping of gorgeous maps. They’re for deathmatch but we’ll deserving of a passing stroll in SP. 0 Share this post Link to post
ReaperAA Posted November 22, 2018 (edited) Deus Vult 2 Order of the odonata Brigandine Valiant (same guy who made Ancient Aliens wad) Back to Saturn X E1 HonTE (visually modernized doom 2 levels) Hell on Earth Starter Pack/ Extermination Day (Real looking Locations but sadly only works properly with Brutal Doom) Ultimate Torment and Torture Also, This (coming in January 31st) 2 Share this post Link to post
Saad356 Posted November 23, 2018 On 11/21/2018 at 7:21 AM, Bauul said: There was a discussion on this pretty recently actually: Personally for me, Sunder takes the cake as the best looking wad out there, with Viggles' maps (specifically Brigandine) also getting a massive shout-out, but a lot comes down to personal taste. Yay someone linked my thread you can play Diabolus ex if you want to know what visually striking actually means also Infinite void standalone maps 1 Share this post Link to post
Spie812 Posted November 23, 2018 Winter's Fury has probably my favorite single view in all of Doom. 10 Share this post Link to post
Soundblock Posted November 24, 2018 Crucified Dreams is hella good looking, real clean design throughout. DM, mind. 0 Share this post Link to post
seed Posted November 24, 2018 22 hours ago, Spie812 said: Winter's Fury has probably my favorite single view in all of Doom. Daaaaaaaamn. Now I want to move there. 1 Share this post Link to post
Crusader No Regret Posted November 30, 2018 Bloody Steel has some really standout visuals. Ideally viewed in GL modes for best results. 0 Share this post Link to post
94's the best style Posted November 30, 2018 On 11/24/2018 at 7:39 PM, Agent6 said: Daaaaaaaamn. Now I want to move there. A nice place to visit... 1 Share this post Link to post
seed Posted November 30, 2018 1 hour ago, 94's the best style said: A nice place to visit... You can tell how much I like reality when I was to escape in video game levels :D . 0 Share this post Link to post