Doom games in order
Every mainline Doom game in release order.
The Doom series spans more than 30 years, from the original Doom engine to id Tech 8. This guide puts the major Doom releases in release order and shows what each game runs on, what additional content it received, and the easiest way to play it today.
| # | Game | Year | Story order | Platforms | How to play today |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Doom (1993) | 1993 | 1 | PC, Mac, Linux, Consoles | Available on Steam/GOG (bundled into DOOM + DOOM II) |
| 2 | Doom II: Hell on Earth | 1994 | 2 | PC, Mac, Linux, Consoles | Available on Steam/GOG (bundled into DOOM + DOOM II) |
| 3 | The Ultimate Doom | 1995 | 3 | PC, Mac, Linux, Consoles | Available on Steam/GOG (bundled into DOOM + DOOM II) |
| 4 | Final Doom | 1996 | 4 | PC, PS1 | Available on Steam/GOG (bundled into DOOM + DOOM II) |
| 5 | Doom 64 | 1997 | 5 | N64, PC, Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S | Available on Steam/GOG |
| 6 | Doom 3 | 2004 | 6 | PC, Linux, Xbox, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Switch | Available on Steam/GOG |
| 7 | Doom (2016) | 2016 | 7 | PC, PS4, Xbox One, Switch | Available on Steam/GOG |
| 8 | Doom Eternal | 2020 | 8 | PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch, Stadia | Available on Steam/GOG |
| 9 | Doom: The Dark Ages | 2025 | 9 | PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S | Available on Steam/GOG |
1. Doom (1993)
Release date:
December 10, 1993
Platforms:
MS-DOS; later Windows, Macintosh, Linux, and numerous consoles
Engine:
Doom engine
What it is:
The original Doom is the game that established the series and helped define the modern first-person shooter. You play a space marine fighting through demon-infested military bases on Mars before descending into Hell. Its fast movement, maze-like levels, arsenal of weapons, and enemy design became the foundation for the entire series.
Expansions and additional content:
The original release contained three episodes: Knee-Deep in the Dead, The Shores of Hell, and Inferno. The later Ultimate Doom release added a fourth episode, Thy Flesh Consumed.
How to play it today:
The easiest modern option is the Doom + Doom II release, which includes the classic games and additional content. For a more traditional PC experience, you can use the original Doom IWAD with a source port such as GZDoom, Crispy Doom, DSDA-doom, Woof!, Chocolate doom, and many other source ports. Players who want the original DOS experience can also use the DOS version included with modern releases.
Why play it:
If you want to understand where the series began, start here. Despite its age, Doom’s movement and combat remain remarkably fast and responsive.
2. Doom II: Hell on Earth
Release date:
October 10, 1994
Platforms:
MS-DOS; later Windows, Macintosh, Linux, and numerous consoles
Engine:
Doom engine
What it is:
Doom II is the direct sequel to Doom and moves the invasion from Mars to Earth. It introduced several iconic enemies and weapons, most notably the Super Shotgun, while expanding the original game’s level design and combat.
Expansions and additional content:
The game received Master Levels for Doom II, a collection of 20 regular levels + 1 secret level (TEETH.WAD). It was also followed by Final Doom, which contains two full 32-level campaigns: TNT: Evilution and The Plutonia Experiment. The Xbox 360-era release also introduced No Rest for the Living, an additional nine-level campaign.
How to play it today:
The easiest option is the modern Doom + Doom II release. It includes Doom II along with substantial additional content. For classic PC play and modding, load the Doom II IWAD into a source port such as GZDoom, Crispy Doom, Woof!, and other compatible source ports.
Why play it:
Doom II is the foundation for much of the classic Doom modding scene. Thousands of WADs and megawads were designed specifically for its format.
3. The Ultimate Doom
Release date:
April 30, 1995
Platforms:
MS-DOS; later Windows, Macintosh, Linux, and other platforms
Engine:
Doom engine
What it is:
The Ultimate Doom is an expanded and updated commercial release of the original Doom. It contains the three original episodes plus a fourth episode, Thy Flesh Consumed, which provides a considerably harder finale.
Expansions and additional content:
Thy Flesh Consumed is the major addition. It consists of nine levels and was designed as a fourth episode rather than a separate sequel.
How to play it today:
The modern Doom + Doom II release is the simplest way to play it. You can also use the Ultimate Doom IWAD with classic-compatible source ports such as GZDoom, Crispy Doom, Woof!, etc.
Why play it:
For someone playing the original Doom today, The Ultimate Doom is generally the version to choose because it contains everything from the original release plus its fourth episode.
4. Final Doom
Release date:
June 17, 1996
Platforms:
MS-DOS; later Windows and PlayStation
Engine:
Doom engine
What it is:
Final Doom is not a conventional sequel. It is a compilation of two large Doom II-based campaigns created by the modding community and released commercially by id Software and its partners.
Expansions and additional content:
Final Doom contains two separate 32-level megawads. Together they provide 64 new levels using the Doom II engine.
- TNT: Evilution
- The Plutonia Experiment
How to play it today:
Both campaigns are included with modern editions of the classic Doom games, including the current Doom + Doom II release. If you want to use mods, custom WADs, or a particular gameplay style, you can load the game’s IWAD into a compatible source port such as GZDoom, DSDA-Doom, Woof!, Crispy Doom, or Chocolate Doom.
Why play it:
Final Doom is essential for anyone interested in classic Doom’s level-design history. TNT and Plutonia also helped establish the high-difficulty style that became common in later Doom megawads.
5. Doom 64
Release date:
March 31, 1997
Platforms:
Nintendo 64; enhanced release for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox, and other modern platforms
Engine:
Modified Doom engine
What it is:
Doom 64 is a standalone Doom game developed specifically for the Nintendo 64. Despite sharing the name and many concepts of the earlier games, it is not simply a port of Doom II. It features its own levels, graphics, enemies, weapons, and soundtrack.
Expansions and additional content:
The original Nintendo 64 release did not have a conventional expansion. The 2020 enhanced re-release added The Lost Levels, a new seven-level campaign that bridges Doom 64 more closely with the classic series.
How to play it today:
The easiest option is the 2020 enhanced release of Doom 64, available on modern PC and consoles. You can also play the original game on Nintendo 64 hardware.
Why play it:
Doom 64 occupies a unique place between classic Doom and the later modern games. Its darker atmosphere and redesigned visual style also make it an important precursor to Doom 3.
6. Doom 3
Release date:
August 3, 2004
Platforms:
Windows; Linux; Xbox; later PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and other platforms through BFG Edition
Engine:
id Tech 4
What it is:
Doom 3 is a major reimagining rather than a direct continuation of the classic games. It retells the basic Mars-and-Hell premise as a much darker survival-horror experience, emphasizing atmosphere, lighting, exploration, and scripted encounters.
Expansions and additional content:
The original game received Resurrection of Evil, a full expansion featuring new levels, weapons, enemies, and gameplay mechanics.
The Lost Mission was later created for Doom 3: BFG Edition. It contains an additional seven-level campaign set within the events of Doom 3.
How to play it today:
Doom 3: BFG Edition is the easiest modern option because it packages the main game and additional campaign content together. The original Doom 3 remains available on PC, including through modern digital releases.
Why play it:
Doom 3 is the biggest stylistic departure in the mainline series. It is the game to play if you want to see Doom interpreted primarily as horror rather than as an ultra-fast arena shooter.
7. Doom (2016)
Release date:
May 13, 2016
Platforms:
Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Engine:
id Tech 6
What it is:
Doom (2016) rebooted the series and returned it to the aggressive, high-speed combat of the original games. Players control the Doom Slayer, fighting through a demonic invasion of a UAC facility on Mars and into Hell.
Expansions and additional content:
The original multiplayer received three paid DLC packs:
- Unto the Evil
- Hell Followed
- Bloodfall
The campaign itself did not receive a traditional story expansion. Its SnapMap system also allowed players to create and share custom levels and game modes.
How to play it today:
The PC and console versions remain the easiest way to play. On PC, the game is available digitally, while the console version can be played on supported PlayStation and Xbox hardware. The modern release includes the game’s major multiplayer content.
Why play it:
Doom (2016) is the turning point that brought the franchise back to its classic identity: fast movement, aggressive combat, heavy weapons, and constant pressure to stay in the fight.
8. Doom Eternal
Release date:
March 20, 2020
Platforms:
Windows, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Stadia; later PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
Engine:
id Tech 7
What it is:
Doom Eternal expands the formula established by Doom (2016). Combat becomes more mobile and systematic, with the player constantly managing health, armor, ammunition, and abilities while moving through increasingly complex arenas.
Expansions and additional content:
Doom Eternal received two major story expansions:
- The Ancient Gods – Part One
- The Ancient Gods – Part Two
Together they form a substantial continuation of the main campaign and bring the modern Doom storyline toward its conclusion. The game also received additional multiplayer content and updates.
How to play it today:
The easiest option is the current PC or console release. The Deluxe Edition and other bundles that include the Year One Pass provide access to both Ancient Gods expansions. The game is also available through supported Xbox/Game Pass offerings.
Why play it:
Doom Eternal takes the combat philosophy of Doom (2016) and turns it into a deeper resource-management system. It is faster, more demanding, and more mechanically complex than its predecessor.
9. Doom: The Dark Ages
Release date:
May 15, 2025
Platforms:
Windows, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5
Engine:
id Tech 8
What it is:
Doom: The Dark Ages is a prequel to Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal. It depicts the Doom Slayer during an earlier medieval war against Hell, combining the modern series’ technology with a dark-fantasy setting.
Expansions and additional content:
The game received its major campaign expansion, Doom: The Dark Ages | Revelations, on July 7, 2026. Revelations adds a new campaign consisting of six levels, new demons, deeper puzzles, the Chain Spear, and additional endgame challenges. It also adds content to the game’s Ripatorium arena mode.
How to play it today:
The game is available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, Steam, Battle.net, and PlayStation 5, and is available through supported Game Pass tiers. Revelations can be purchased separately or obtained through the Premium Edition and Collectors Bundle.
Why play it:
The Dark Ages changes the modern Doom formula without abandoning its core. It emphasizes heavier, more grounded combat, shield-based defense, medieval weapons, large-scale battles, and new vehicles such as the Atlan mech and Mecha Dragon.