John Romero recently streamed New Blood’s 2018 hit game Dusk as part of his “FPS Fridays” series on Twitch. The legendary shooter designer seemed to have a great time playing the game, slipping effortlessly into the gameplay mechanics of strafing, juking, and searching for secrets. While he claimed he wasn’t aiming for 100% completion, his clear rate far surpassed the average player’s first run, making me realize I need to step up my secret-hunting game.
Romero particularly praised the sound design by Szymanski and the eerie soundtrack by composer Andrew Hulshult. He also appreciated the attention to detail and quirky physics objects in Dusk, showcasing his playful side by shoving random items into a garbage disposal toilet in the game. At the end of the stream, Romero gave a glowing review of Dusk, acknowledging its homage to his own work and urging viewers to give it a try. The New Blood team was thrilled with Romero’s approval, with the studio head and designers sharing clips of the stream and expressing their gratitude for his positive feedback.
Moving forward, Romero’s FPS Fridays will continue on his Twitch channel, with the game choice depending on viewer votes. His recent revisit to the Doom WAD MyHouse in 2023 and the release of the hardcore WAD Sigil 2 by Romero Games were also highlighted. Fans can enjoy playing both WADs for free with a copy of Doom, accessible even from the main menu in Nightdive’s remaster. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and gaming content from the PC Gamer team, as Ted continues to share his thoughts on CRPGs and esports while lifting weights on his back porch.
