This PC title, released in 2009, is a standalone total conversion mod for Doom II: Hell on Earth. It offers an entirely new experience built upon the foundation of the classic shooter. The game presents a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a devastating global war and a subsequent supervirus that mutated the male population. Women, unaffected by the virus, have formed an army known as "the Amazons" to combat the mutated men, who have established a new order called 'the Pax Pox' with the goal of eradicating the "impure." Players step into the role of Harmony, a loyal friend tasked with rescuing her captured leader, Amira, and ultimately saving the rest of humanity.

Story and Setting

The narrative unfolds in a grim, near-future Earth scarred by a catastrophic world war. The conflict unleashed not only conventional and unconventional weaponry but also a mutated virus that transformed the male population into intelligent but deranged aggressors. The surviving women have united as the Amazons, a formidable fighting force. The story centers on a critical mission to rescue their captured leader, setting the stage for a desperate struggle for survival against the mutated threat.

Core Gameplay and Unique Features

As a shooter, the game focuses on fast-paced combat and exploration across its eleven levels. The experience is designed as a complete overhaul of the original Doom II, offering a distinct atmosphere and challenge. The game's soundtrack features three songs from Kyū's 2009 album "The Edge," with specific tracks used across various maps and screens, contributing to the game's mood. An optional MIDI pack is also available, providing an entirely new, original soundtrack composed specifically for this mod.

What makes this game unique?

The game's uniqueness stems from its comprehensive nature as a total conversion mod. It provides a completely new world, story, and atmosphere, built using the Doom II engine. This allows for a fresh gameplay experience that feels distinct from the original game, offering a substantial amount of new content and a compelling narrative within a familiar shooter framework.

Technical Information

This mod is compatible with ZDoom 2.4.0 and newer versions, recognizing it as an IWAD. It was developed by Thomas van der Velden and was released on December 12, 2009. The primary platform for this title is PC (Microsoft Windows).

Soundtrack Options

Players have the choice between the original soundtrack, which incorporates tracks from Kyū's album "The Edge," or an optional MIDI pack featuring a new, original score created by James Paddock (Jimmy).

What is the game's premise?

The game's premise involves a post-war world where a virus has mutated men into aggressive beings. Players take on the role of Harmony, an Amazon warrior, on a mission to rescue her captured leader and fight against the mutated forces threatening humanity.