DOOM vs DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DOOM wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. DOOM is $1.95 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DOOM | DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 76 | 59 |
| Quality | 92 | 53 |
| Value | 75 | 65 |
| Popularity | 42 | 59 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.44 | $5.39 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.7% positive | 60.3% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 438 | 0 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
DOOM
Green Man Gaming Cheapest Authorized reseller$3.44−83%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$4.26−79%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$4.30−78%Buy DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two
Loaded Cheapest Authorized reseller$5.39−46%Buy Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$6.87−31%Buy GAMIVO Key marketplace$7.68−23%Buy Side by side over time
DOOMDOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two
Details and requirements
| Item | DOOM | DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 12, 2016 | March 18, 2021 |
| Developers | id Software | id Software |
| Publishers | Bethesda Softworks | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit versions) | 64-bit Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-3770/AMD FX-8350 or better | Intel Core i7-6700K or better, or AMD Ryzen 7 1800X or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 4GB or better | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB), NVIDIA GeForce 970 (4GB), AMD RX 480 (8GB) |
| Storage (minimum) | 55 GB available space | 80 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Requires Steam activation and broadband internet connection for Multiplayer and SnapMap | ( 1080p / 60 FPS / High Quality Settings ) - *On NVIDIA GTX 970 cards Texture Quality should be set to Medium |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DOOM or DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two?
DOOM won the comparison against DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is DOOM worth buying over DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two?
Based on the metrics, DOOM won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. DOOM currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 12:18 PM UTC