Xims Star Wars Doom

Ever wondered what it would be like to blast through hordes of Stormtroopers with a lightsaber in one hand and a blaster in the other? Xims Star Wars Doom makes that wild crossover dream a reality. It’s a total conversion mod that expertly slams the epic Star Wars galaxy right into the fast paced, demon blasting world of the classic Doom II.

Jumping in, you get to pick your legend. Feeling like a rogue Jedi? Choose Kyle Katarn, complete with his iconic Bryar pistol. Prefer a more stealthy, Force sensitive approach? Mara Jade is your pick. Each character doesn’t just look different; they play differently, with unique starting gear that changes how you tackle the chaos. And what chaos it is! You’re not just fighting Imps and Cacodemons anymore. You’ll be deflecting blaster bolts from squads of Stormtroopers, dodging fire from deadly bounty hunters, and navigating familiar Doom levels that have been brilliantly reskinned to feel like Tatooine deserts or Imperial fortresses.

The heart of the mod is the arsenal. Swapping out the classic shotgun for a powerful blaster rifle just feels right, and there’s nothing more satisfying than the hum and slash of a lightsaber cutting down enemies. It creates this fantastic mash up vibe where the simple, addictive run and gun gameplay of Doom gets a whole new layer of sci fi flavor.

Now, there is one small hurdle to get into the action. Xims Star Wars Doom needs GZDoom to run, which is a modern source port that makes old Doom run on new systems. For modding veterans, this is standard stuff, but if you’re new to the scene, it might take a quick tutorial to get everything set up. But trust me, it’s worth that little bit of extra effort.

In the end, this mod is a love letter to two iconic franchises. It’s a blast of pure nostalgia, but it also feels completely new. It’s the perfect way to experience the classic Doom formula through a Star Wars lens, offering a fresh and incredibly fun twist on both worlds.