Few first-person shooters pull the player out of first person perspective during cutscenes. DOOM has never been among such titles. Until now, that is. DOOM Eternal will allow players to see the Doom Slayer in action, as a third-person view will be utilized for the game?s cutscenes. Some fans of the series may find the decision on id Software?s part puzzling. However, according to the developers, this is ultimately ?best for the game? overall.
Creative Director Hugo Martin told VG247 the decision was informed by players becoming more invested in the lore with DOOM?s 2016 release. Yet, the investment, so to speak, didn?t pay off fully, since the Slayer just stood still, listening to whatever had captured the player?s interest. Martin explained,

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