EVERY DOOM Manual (English + Download Links)

This guide brings together a meticulously curated collection of all official DOOM manuals. Whether you're a newcomer looking to understand the game's mechanics, a veteran seeking to reminisce over the original manuals, or if you're aiming to complete your DOOM archive, this guide has you covered.

Explore detailed instructions, original artwork, developer notes, and tips straight from the source. Dive deep into the history of DOOM and discover the evolution of its gameplay, story, and universe through these iconic documents.

Introductory Note

I’ve uploaded some of these documents to the Internet Archive to help ensure their preservation. Please note that these scans are not my own; they are sourced from various places across the internet. I hope you find this collection useful and enjoy exploring the history of DOOM!

DOOM

The manual for the original DOOM is a vital piece of gaming history, offering an in-depth look at the game's foundational elements. It begins by setting the stage with the story so far, immersing players in the dark, sci-fi narrative that would go on to define the series.

Beyond the storyline, the manual meticulously explains the gameplay mechanics, providing players with a clear understanding of how to navigate the hellish corridors of the UAC facility. It covers everything from basic movement and combat to more advanced strategies for surviving the onslaught of demons.

The manual also includes a detailed breakdown of on-screen information, ensuring players can interpret the HUD effectively, from health and armor indicators to ammunition counts and keycards. Additionally, it covers the controls, guiding players through the setup for optimal play on keyboard and mouse.


LINKS
Original Manual: https://archive.org/details/doom-manual
PSX Manual: https://archive.org/details/doom-usa_202211/
Jaguar Manual: https://archive.org/details/doom-bcm/

DOOM II

The DOOM II manual expands on the foundation laid by its predecessor, offering players new insights and guidance for the next chapter of their journey. This manual begins with an overview of the game's storyline, picking up where the original DOOM left off, and plunging players into a post-apocalyptic Earth overrun by hellish forces.

In addition to recounting the narrative, the manual provides comprehensive details on gameplay mechanics, including the introduction of new weapons and enemies. It explains how these new elements fit into the existing DOOM framework, ensuring players are well-prepared for the increased challenges that DOOM II presents.

The manual also covers essential information like the Heads-Up Display (HUD), controls, and the expanded arsenal at your disposal.

Whether you're navigating the new environments or facing off against powerful new adversaries, this guide offers the strategies and tips you need to survive.

LINKS
Original Manual: https://archive.org/details/doom-ii-instruction-manual

Final Doom

Final DOOM takes the franchise to new heights with two full-length episodes: The Plutonia Experiment and TNT: Evilution.
This manual provides the essential guidance needed to tackle these campaigns.

In The Plutonia Experiment, you'll face a masterfully designed set of levels known for their intense difficulty and intricate layouts. TNT: Evilution offers a distinct experience with its own set of unique environments and a narrative that expands the DOOM universe even further.

The Final DOOM manual offers a deep dive into these new episodes, covering everything from the storyline and level design to strategies for surviving the onslaught of tougher enemies and more elaborate traps. You'll also find detailed descriptions of new challenges and how to make the most of the weapons and resources available to you.

LINKS
Original Manual: https://archive.org/details/Doom_Manual_Final_Doom/

The Ultimate Doom

"Demons from Hell have overrun the planet, and you are the brave space marine who is forced to defeat them and send them back to where they came from."

This manual not only covers the core content of the original DOOM but also introduces the additional fourth episode, Thy Flesh Consumed. This episode offers nine new levels that ramp up the intensity with even more challenging encounters and relentless demon-slaying action.

In this manual, you'll find a comprehensive guide to navigating the game’s expanded content, including detailed information on the new levels, tips for surviving the tougher challenges, and a refresher on the controls and gameplay mechanics that have made DOOM a legendary title.






LINKS
Original Manual: https://archive.org/details/ultimate-doom-the-english-french-italian-spanish-thy-flesh-consumed/

Master Levels for DOOM II

The Master Levels for DOOM II offers a collection of 20 expertly crafted levels. Unlike traditional manuals, the guidance for these levels was originally provided as a text document available on id Software’s website for several years after the release of the software package.

This document, hosted at the URL http://www.idsoftware.com/text/masterlv.txt, served as a straightforward guide to the intricacies of the Master Levels.

LINKS
Hosting Website: https://classicdoom.com/hosted/idbackup/masterlv.htm
Original Website: https://web.archive.org/web/20000308154647/http://www.idsoftware.com:80/text/masterlv.txt
Walkthrough by peach freak: https://www.classicdoom.com/hosted/brastow/pfpcml.htm

Doom 64

DOOM 64 offers a fresh take on the classic DOOM experience, specifically designed for the Nintendo 64. This game plunges players into a new and eerie dimension, filled with redesigned environments, terrifying new enemies, and a darker, more atmospheric tone.

The DOOM 64 manual is your gateway to understanding this unique entry in the series. It begins by introducing the storyline, where the demons have returned once more, and it's up to you, the lone Marine, to stop them in their tracks. The manual provides a detailed overview of the game's controls, which were optimized for the Nintendo 64 controller.

Beyond the basics, the manual delves into the new arsenal at your disposal. Additionally, it covers the game’s distinctive level design, which is filled with hidden secrets, intricate puzzles, and nightmarish traps that require both skill and strategy to overcome.


LINKS
Original Manual: https://archive.org/details/doom-64-nintendo-64-manual

Miscellaneous

DOOM 3: BFG Edition: https://archive.org/details/manual_doom3bfg_pc_en-int_202408/
DOOM (2016): https://archive.org/details/manuals_doom_pc_en-int/
DOOM VFR: https://archive.org/details/doom-vfr-ps-4-minimanual-en-08web_202408/
Doom Scans:
https://archive.org/details/doom-doom-2-final-doom-scans/
https://archive.org/details/doom-full-collection/

Author's Note

I made this guide with the intent to preserve media relating to a franchise which I really love.

If you have any other pieces of media/manuals that you believe are relevant, please comment below and I can add it to this guide!

Personally, I really do like reading manuals before I play a game because it provides just enough information to get you immersed in the experience and I don't want these to be lost to history.

Please give thumbs up or whatever, thanks bye!