News & Updates - 02/07/2025 - Site is nearing completion!

Note: This website is still under development.

Good news! Hardcoredoom is now nearly finished, with just a few things left to be added soon. Feel free to browse the current version of the site in the meantime.

Welcome to Hardcore Doom

Good news! You've just arrived at the premier destination for classic Doom modding and the birthplace of Malefact—our free and upcoming horror-fantasy FPS game built using the GZDoom engine! Whether you're a seasoned Doomer or a curious newcomer, we guarantee you'll find something here that piques your interest.

Doom... but More Hardcore

Community projects and mapping jams have long been a staple of Doom communities across the web, and Hardcore Doom is no exception. Have a talent for creating levels? Apply for our yearly Hardcore Doom Jam and showcase your skill in crafting custom carnage for the world to see!

But wait... there's more!

Community jams are fantastic in their own right, but with so many out there, it takes something truly special to stand out. That's where we come in! Our jams feature the exclusive Hardcore Doom mod pack—a gameplay modification that enhances and rebalances the original Doom II experience with new weapons, monsters, and more. Many of these assets are entirely original, created from scratch specifically for this purpose!

The Next Circle of Hell

Bored of Doom? Never fear—you can still go to hell... just in a different way.

Built on the same legendary GZDoom engine that powers modern Doom mods, Malefact is a completely free standalone horror-fantasy action game with all the modding potential of Doom. Step into the role of an undead serial killer, armed with deadly weapons and abilities including buck knives, revolvers, sawed-off shotguns, devilish spells, and even the Grim Reaper's own scythe!

Level Up Your Knowledge

Want to try your hand at creating your own awesome levels or mods? We've got you covered!

From basic mapping to advanced scripting, our beginner-friendly tutorials and wiki serve as your grimoire of modding knowledge. Written by a content creator with over 17 years of experience in the Doom community, our guides ensure everything is comprehensive and easy to understand, even for total novices.

The Hardcore Doom Community

While you're, of course, free to browse the site at your leisure, those looking to dive deeper can join our official Discord channel. Discuss mapping and modding for both Doom and Malefact, socialize with other community members, and more.

Interact with other members of the community, share your cool creations, and get feedback on your ideas and creations! Pertake in official mapping events and more!