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DOOM + DOOM II Re-Release and DOOM Eternal Mods Beta available now
Today during the QuakeCon welcome stream, id Software's Marty Stratton and Hugo Martin took to the main stage to announce the new, definitive combined re-release of DOOM + DOOM II, available now worldwide. The id Software team also announced the DOOM Eternal mods beta, bringing official mod support to the award-winning shooter.
New Re-Release of DOOM + DOOM II
The legendary action FPS titles have been enhanced and combined into a single bundle. Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993, DOOM pioneered the first-person shooter, setting a standard for all FPS games. The critically acclaimed sequel, DOOM II, followed in 1994.
This new definitive version of these combined titles – co-developed with Nightdive Studios – is available now on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
These newly enhanced versions include:
● Online cross-platform deathmatch and co-op for up to 16 players
● Community published single-player mod support with an in-game mod browser
● Optimized renderer
● Accessibility options
● Optional IDKFA soundtrack by Andrew Hulshult selectable alongside the original midi soundtracks – including the never-before-released IDKFA version of DOOM II
● Improved performance with multithreaded rendering supporting up to 4K resolution and 120 FPS on Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5
● Brand new episode, "Legacy of Rust," with new weapons and demons made in collaboration by individuals from id Software, Nightdive Studios, and MachineGames
Existing owners of DOOM (1993) and/or DOOM II on any of the above platforms receive a free upgrade to the new combined game and can still access their previously owned versions.
DOOM Eternal: PC mod Preview
Since its launch, the DOOM Eternal community has been creating mods without any official tools. Today, id Software released a public beta of idStudio, the official mod creation toolset for creators and an opt-in PC Mod Preview for players to easily browse and play mods. To learn more about the DOOM Eternal: PC mod preview, available now on Steam and Microsoft Store, check out this article here.
DOOM Anthology
Also announced at QuakeCon, the DOOM Anthology, a new physical release including DOOM (1993), DOOM II, DOOM 64, DOOM 3, DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal Deluxe Edition. Containing an exclusive SteelBook game case and 5-inch replica of the BFG with LEDs and a stand, this is a hell of a collection. The DOOM Anthology will be available for purchase on October 22, 2024, for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. You can pre-order at this here.
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