DOOM vs Quake Live
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DOOM wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Quake Live is R$5.80 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DOOM | Quake Live |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 76 | 68 |
| Quality | 92 | 71 |
| Value | 74 | 79 |
| Popularity | 42 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 11.32 | R$ 5.52 |
| Steam Review Score | 95.7% positive | 88.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 438 | 245 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | DOOM | Quake Live |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | May 12, 2016 | September 17, 2014 |
| Developers | id Software | id Software |
| Publishers | Bethesda Softworks | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit versions) | Windows 7 or later |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-3770/AMD FX-8350 or better | 2 GHz Intel Quad Core Processor or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GTX 970 4GB/AMD Radeon R9 290 4GB or better | NVIDIA GeForce 7 Series or better, ATI Radeon X1800 series or better 1920x1080 resolution |
| Storage (minimum) | 55 GB available space | 2 GB available space |
| Additional Notes (minimum) | Requires Steam activation and broadband internet connection for Multiplayer and SnapMap | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DOOM or Quake Live?
DOOM won the comparison against Quake Live 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 Quake Live?
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. Quake Live currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 04:24 PM UTC