Since its release in 1993, Doom has been modded, converted, and changed into all sorts of interesting games--but few have looked quite as amazing as this one. Solace Dreams Remake, which is, as the name suggests, a remake of an earlier game called Solace Dreams, takes the Doom engine and turns it into a cross between a shooter and Dark Souls. Yes, saying that a game is "like Dark Souls" is something of a meme now, but it actually fits here. Alpha Beta Gamer has dug into this incredible mod, explaining that it's about a school-aged girl who travels into the dreams of her friends to try and save them from their demons. The game has an XP and leveling system, as well as a summoning mechanic and an in-game currency. There are eight levels, and they switch visual styles and design between them. The Dark Souls inspiration comes in during the boss fights, which require precision, patience, and a mastery of the game's systems. Continue Reading at GameSpot
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