Rules: Take which ever mod for each weapon you prefer to use, and 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘦.

The intention of this challenge is to help you find new usages for weapon mods, or maybe ways to deal with the demon types you find most difficult. I did this when I was far newer to the game and it changed the mods I use quite a lot.

>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

This mod adds Slaughter Maps for every single Battlemode map, and also adds neat little gimacks to every stage making them each feel unique.

Download link(s):
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/954

Brawler Mode is a rule set by UnderTheMayo. Its a really fun twist on the base campaign that completely changes the games playstyle to something far more challenging and "in your face".

Mayo's video on the rule set: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gyDn1G0mac
The Rule Set
General Rules: All difficulties allowed, No extra lives, No major glitches/skips, No abuse of Saving Throw resets, All Slayer Gates Required
Sentinel Crystals: One health upgrade only, No armor, No ammo
Rune Bans: Equipment Fiend, Chrono Strike
Suit Token Bans: Explosive Piñatas (ammo from barrels), Frag Stock Up (double equipment grenade)
Equipment Bans: Ice Bomb *
Weapon Bans: BFG, Unmaykr, Crucible, Ballista *
Mod Bans: Sticky Bombs, Precision Bolt, Heat Blast AND Microwave Beam, Lock On rockets, Energy Shield
Mod Upgrade Bans: Primary Charger (damage boost for Micro Missiles), Fast Hands (reload for super shotgun)

* For banned weapons and equipment it is recommended to unbind your switch equipment key, and the binds for banned weapons.

The Brawler+ Version is just: Ban the SSG as well.

This all comes together to make a really interesting experience, forcing you to stop using the Precision Bolt and Ballista really forces you to get into close range, and the reduced max health makes it damn difficult.

>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

The same as above but,
removes the banned upgrades and weapons from TAG1/2 because normally you start with them unlocked.

Mayo's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyHLcKVDOFg
Download Link(s):
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/124?tab=description

>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

The same as above but,
Removes the Chainsaw, and gives you a sentinel hammer that recharges half as fast, which you have to use to get ammo instead.

Mayo's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPbCLPS7jLc
Download Link(s):
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/124?tab=description

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4iJPQCQ7k2A
>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

Proteh's Horde Mode is a wave based, DLC sized mod that will challenge you with various arena fights (and occasionally different arenas all together). As you progress you get more of your Weapons, Perk Points, Runes, etc.

Horde Mode (correct me if i'm wrong) is the first large DLC sized mod that was made for DOOM Eternal, and it still holds up today.

Note that Horde Mode only has 1 checkpoint and its about half way through the couple hour long mod. Meaning Horde Mode is basically an Extra Life Mode challenge with a single checkpoint half way.

Download link(s):
In the Modding Discord: https://discord.com/channels/570112501853978624/842479670570385528/865224444834218004
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/51

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo6fdp6fmsQ
>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

Proteh's Horde Mode 2 is a complete overhaul of TAG1, remixing the staging of its arenas, and introducing some of the most difficult but still balanced encounters the Modding Community has to offer.

Horde Mode 2 is some of the best content there is for DOOM Eternal. Extremely hard, extremely fun, and has some really cool new ideas.

Download link(s):
In the Modding Discord: https://discord.com/channels/570112501853978624/842479670570385528/904821399921774603
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/154?tab=description

>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

Kaiser Campaign is an overhaul of the base campaign introducing new Encounters, and even new demons!

Download link(s):
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/69

Mods below this point are more like modifiers, you have the option to add these on top of other stuff!

>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

Challenge Restored reverts many of the nerfs applied to demons.

Note that it is NOT compatible with Token Modifiers.

Download link(s):
In the Modding Discord: https://discord.com/channels/570112501853978624/696422512501719040/861767091811909702
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/243?tab=description
Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/17anQbqDj8WtlOcoD2BybnJN_OlKnjFNj

The game has 3 console commands that can be used to make things more difficult.

"g_damageScaleAItoSlayer 1" (Changes damage taken)
"g_damageScaleAllToAI 1" (Changes damage done)
"ai_haste_overrideRate 1" (Changes the speed of enemies)

The default for all these console variables are 1, meaning setting them to 2 would be double, and 0.5 would be half.

However these are restricted commands and you will need to unlock them. The easiest way i know of is with the Modding Discords Mod Loader, first join the Modding Discord (Link at the bottom), go to the "eternal-faq" channel, scroll to the top and you will see instructions to install mods, follow them but you can skip the part about placing mods in the mod folder, and run the Mod Injector, then when you start the game you can hit the ~ key and you should be able to run the commands.

DOOM Eternal actually has Third person commands already built into the game, however they are locked by default. This batch file combines all the commands you need into one file that can be quickly run in game.

This also isn't really a "challenge" but its still something fun to try after completing the game.

Download link(s):
In the Modding Discord: https://discord.com/channels/570112501853978624/696422512501719040/843724737649180673

You can also make the files yourself by making two text files and placing the following commands in them:

First text file (enables third person)
pm_thirdPerson 1
pm_normalViewHeight 2.2
pm_thirdPersonRange 2.2
pm_thirdPersonClip 0
weapon_skipMuzzleFlash 1
hands_offsetx 1.5
hands_offsetz -0.35

And the Second File (disables third person)
pm_thirdPerson 0
pm_normalViewHeight 1.65735
pm_thirdPersonRange 2.667
pm_thirdPersonClip 1
weapon_skipMuzzleFlash 0
hands_offsetx 0
hands_offsetz 0

However these are restricted commands and you will need to unlock them. The easiest way i know of is with the Modding Discords Mod Loader, first join the Modding Discord (Link at the bottom), go to the "eternal-faq" channel, scroll to the top and you will see instructions to install mods, follow them but you can skip the part about placing mods in the mod folder, and run the Mod Injector, then when you start the game you can hit the ~ key and you should be able to run the commands.

Once the console is unrestricted and you have the files (either downloaded and extracted them or made them), place them into your {install path}/DOOM Eternal/base folder. Then to run it, open the console while in game and type "exec {Your first file name}.txt" or "exec tp.txt" if you downloaded it from the discord. And to restore the game to default without needing to restart the whole game, run the other text file "exec {your second file name}.txt" or if you downloaded my files "exec tpo.txt".

>>>THIS IS A MOD AND REQUIRES THE MOD LOADER<<<
Link to the Modding Discord at the bottom.

What are Tokens? Look at 41:10 of this video.
https://youtu.be/2KQNpQD8Ayo?t=2470
This mod lets you change the number of attack token the game uses to Double, or Triple, making it feel less like the games enemies are going easy on you by not attacking while they are out of view.

Note that it is NOT compatible with Challenge Restored.

Download link(s):
In the Modding Discord: https://discord.com/channels/570112501853978624/696422512501719040/823049180750282822
Nexus Mods: https://www.nexusmods.com/doometernal/mods/165?tab=description

DOOM 2016+ Modding discord: https://discord.com/invite/W9t4nZa Once in there check "eternal-faq", scroll to the top, and you will find instructions to install mods.