2006 review by me of Recall To Hell mod on GameSpy's PlanetDoom

The writing contained here is years old and GameSpy no longer exists but they are a reflection of the work I used to do then. Some of the links found in these posts will no longer work however they will remain as part of the original work. These posts are under the label: Outdated articles and works.

Today I’ll start off with a simple question. When is Doom not Doom and Doom at the same time? Answer: When it is a Recall to hell mod. Currently the authors have not released a mod but the work in progress is, shall we say, beyond belief. According to them, they are aiming at creating a feel you originally expect from Doom, in addition to “toy with your fears”.

The screenshots on their website is beyond belief. The level design is extremely beautiful, albeit a little intimidating. Judging by the screenshots, the levels will definitely be HUGE. The character models are superbly designed and wait for it; There is a Spider Mastermind in this one. Look at the shots of their models to find it. That is if you can steal your eyes away from the superbly designed levels.  I could not find a trailer, but their last update on the 10/10 indicates they were seeking voice actors. This may mean a trailer may not be too far off.

As far as game play goes, without at least a trailer it is difficult to say. The level design is certainly superb, indicating if the game play was the same as Doom 3 then this is going to a mod to be reckoned with.

I really like the way they are re-inventing the character models and the inclusion of the Spider Mastermind is a VERY nice touch. I am looking forward to the gorgon like creature pictured on their website and the mechanized dog. Look out pinky, there’s a new dog in town!

Concluding this review, I would have to say book mark their website and watch it everyday. The mod looks like it will really put the doom 3 engine to the test with its large level design, and certainly add to the atmosphere with the detail of the level, the character models and story.

Their website can be found here: http://recalltohell.d3files.com/mod.htm

--Reviewed by Shadow Master