Why Doom: The Dark Ages’ Parries Are a Game-Changer Without Glory Kills!
In the game Doom: The Dark Ages, swapping Glory Kills for Glory Strikes accelerates combat with quicker animation sequences, yet this could be seen as ironic because the game intentionally slows down by removing dashes to enhance parries and melee attacks. However, the Doom Slayer’s new sprint and shield launch techniques compensate well for this. It would be unrealistic for players to parry every green projectile and attack on screen if they were consistently watching a Glory Kill animation lasting one or two seconds every five seconds. Even though Glory Kills in Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal are highly appreciated, they aren’t sorely missed when all the combat elements of Doom: The Dark Ages harmoniously work together.