Doom Eternal is the most aggressive FPS ever designed. The combat loop forces constant movement and resource management: chainsaw fodder enemies for ammo, glory kill staggered enemies for health, flame belch for armor pickups. Standing still means death. The weapon switching system rewards rapid swapping between the Super Shotgun and Ballista for maximum DPS, creating a rhythm-action feel to combat encounters. Every demon has a specific counter-strategy and exploitable weak point. The Slayer Gates offer optional ultra-hard encounters, and the two DLC campaigns (Ancient Gods 1 & 2) are considered even better than the base game.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary weapons | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your role's key synergies |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary weapons | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Hell on Earth
Key resources: Core mechanic tutorials, first Slayer Gate, weapon mods Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Ballista upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Exultia
Key resources: Dash mechanic, aerial combat, Celestial Locator, Sentinel Battery Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Ballista upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Doom Hunter Base
Key resources: Doom Hunter boss experience, Plasma Rifle shield-breaking mastery Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Ballista upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Mars Core
Key resources: BFG-10000 sequence, intense arena combat, story progression Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Super Shotgun max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Final Sin
Key resources: Icon of Sin boss fight, game completion, Nightmare difficulty unlock Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Super Shotgun max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Hell on Earth — Exultia)
- Upgrade your starting weapons to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials — you'll need them later
- Focus on Ballista once accessible
Mid Game (Doom Hunter Base)
- Push Ballista to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Super Shotgun
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Mars Core — Final Sin)
- Max out Super Shotgun — this is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary weapons for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple weapons — Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials — Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear — Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Doom Hunter Base farming — This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early — Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- The resource loop is: Chainsaw for AMMO, Glory Kill for HEALTH, Flame Belch for ARMOR. Never neglect any of the three — they keep you alive. Memorize this triangle.
- Farm Doom Hunter Base during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build — some classes farm faster in certain areas
More Doom Eternal Guides
- Doom Eternal Doom Eternal Overview
- Doom Eternal Best Builds
- Doom Eternal Tier List
- Doom Eternal Walkthrough
- Doom Eternal Beginner's Guide
- Doom Eternal Tips & Tricks
- Doom Eternal Weapons Guide
- Doom Eternal Combat Guide
- Doom Eternal Boss Guide
- Doom Eternal Maps & Locations
- Doom Eternal Classes & Characters
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