GameWiki
GET YOUR BEARINGS
About DOOM 3
DOOM 3, released by id Software in 2004, is a horror‑action first‑person shooter set in the Union Aerospace Corporation’s Mars research facility after a massive demonic invasion. The original version preserves the 2004 gameplay, while the later BFG Edition adds visual upgrades and extra content.
The bundle provides the original game, the Resurrection of Evil expansion, and the remastered BFG Edition, which includes its own expansion, classic DOOM titles, and optional stereoscopic 3D. Features listed are single‑player, multiplayer, Steam achievements, partial controller support, Steam leaderboards, and Family Sharing.
01 / THE GUIDE
Original DOOM 3 (2004)
The 2004 release places the player amid a demonic invasion of the UAC Mars facility. As one of the few survivors, you must fight through corridors and labs while the environment emphasizes horror and tension.
Gameplay remains unaltered from its initial launch, keeping the original graphics, lighting, and level design. This version focuses on atmospheric storytelling and combat against a variety of demonic foes.
- Watch lighting changes for cues about hidden enemies.
- Prioritize weaker foes to conserve ammunition.
02 / THE GUIDE
Resurrection of Evil Expansion – Original Version
Set two years after the original disaster, this expansion returns to the abandoned facility to investigate a mysterious beacon. It adds six new demons, including the Hunters, and introduces new weapons such as a double‑barreled shotgun.
The expansion also provides demonic powers, time‑control ability to avoid traps, and gravity manipulation to affect the environment, expanding tactical options beyond the base game.
- Test time control in trap‑filled sections to see how it changes navigation.
- Use gravity manipulation to reach platforms that are otherwise inaccessible.
03 / THE GUIDE
DOOM 3: BFG Edition (2012) Enhancements
The 2012 remaster improves rendering and lighting, delivering clearer visuals while retaining the core gameplay. The BFG Edition includes a checkpoint save system, allowing progress to be recorded automatically at defined points.
Additional content includes the Resurrection of Evil expansion, The Lost Mission expansion, and embedded versions of classic DOOM and DOOM II, with optional stereoscopic 3D on supported devices.
- Use checkpoints to experiment with different combat approaches without losing progress.
- Enable stereoscopic 3D if your device supports it for an added visual layer.
04 / THE GUIDE
Partial Controller Support & Armor‑Mounted Flashlight
The BFG Edition adds partial controller support, allowing a gamepad to perform core actions. An armor‑mounted flashlight lets you illuminate areas while maintaining the ability to fire, merging visibility and combat.
Controller support is an additional option rather than a replacement for other inputs, giving players flexibility in how they navigate environments and engage enemies.
- Activate the flashlight while moving to keep enemies in view.
- Switch between controller and keyboard/mouse to see which feels more comfortable for you.
05 / THE GUIDE
Embedded Classic DOOM Titles
The BFG Edition bundles an embedded version of the original DOOM (1993) and DOOM II, offering a nostalgic side experience bundled alongside the main game.
These classic games run within the same installation, providing a quick way to revisit the series’ roots without needing separate purchases.
- Play the classic titles to compare level design evolution.
- Use the embedded games as a break between intense DOOM 3 sessions.
COMMUNITY
Player discussion