Shrine 1.3

DOOM is one of the oldest FPSes in existence, and its engine is famously so robust that it can run on pretty much anything and also create pretty much anything.  From FPSes to RPGs to companions to a city living game, it has a ton of different mods that can all do different things. One of the best ones out there is Shrine, a mod that changes so much it may as well be a whole new game.

To install Shrine, you need to have ZDoom and move the WAD file into the GZDoom folder, which is pretty par for the course for DOOM mods.

As soon as you boot the game up, you'll notice that the art style has changed completely. From the very beginning, you'll notice it. Your starting shotgun is now a creature that you squeeze to shoot projectiles and you'll also find a wrist bone implement that replaces your chainsaw. The environment feels like the insides of some massive creature, populated by creatures that look...well, disgusting.

The muted colors lend a sense of otherworldliness that works to its favor. The weapon designs are also fantastic. The weapons are some of the most important parts of an FPS - you're staring at them all the time after all. Thankfully, they don't disappoint in this mod - there are various disgustingly fascinating weapons, like one that has its brain exposed and screams when you fire.

All in all, Shrine is an accomplishment if only for its atmosphere and design. Give it a try!