Lateral thrusters
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Lateral thrusters are an equipment item in the 2016 Doom which is available only in multiplayer. It is a passive item that will propel the user into the air at a sharp angle, and can be activated while on the ground or in mid-air. The lateral thrusters were initially added to the game in the Bloodfall DLC pack, and were made available to all players as of update 6.66.
Tactical analysis[edit]
In multiplayer, the lateral thrusters are unlocked at level 32. They can be used in many ways, chiefly for reaching areas that can't be cleared with a double jump or to correct a mistimed jump and grab a ledge. Players using the thrusters can also confuse their opponents with a sudden flight and follow up with a killing blow from above or escaping the fight entirely to restock and replenish health.
Trivia[edit]
The lateral thrusters use the same model as the Delta V jump-boots when viewed in the equipment selection menu.
| Items from Doom (2016) | |
|---|---|
| Pickups: | Supplies |
| Power-ups: | Berserk • Demon rune • Haste • Invisibility • Invulnerability • Mega health • Quad damage • Regeneration |
| Plot items: | Crucible • Tethering device |
| Side-arm items: | Frag grenade • Hologram • Kinetic mine • Lateral thrusters • Personal teleporter • Shield wall • Siphon grenade • Tesla rocket • Threat pulse • Threat sensor |
| SnapMap: | Ammo dispenser • Container • Demon control grenade • Health dispenser • Power core |
| Upgrades: | Argent cell • Delta V jump-boots • Praetor token • Rune |
| Miscellaneous: | Datapad • Doomguy collectible • Health station |
