During the livestream of QuakeCon, Marty Stratton and Hugo Martin from id Software took the main stage to announce the new and definitive combined reissue of DOOM + DOOM II, now available worldwide. The id Software team also announced the beta for DOOM Eternal mods, which will introduce official mod support to the award-winning shooter.
New reissue of DOOM + DOOM II
The two legendary titles have been enhanced and combined into a single product. Developed by id Software and originally published in 1993, DOOM was the game that launched and popularized the first-person shooter genre, setting a standard for all future titles. Its critically acclaimed sequel, DOOM II, followed in 1994.
The new definitive version of these combined titles – developed alongside Nightdive Studios – is now available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
These recently improved versions include:
- Cross-platform online deathmatch and co-op for up to 16 players
- Single-player mod support released by the community with an in-game mod browser
- Optimized rendering
- Accessibility options
- Optional IDKFA soundtrack by Andrew Hulshult, selectable along with the original midi soundtracks, including the new IDKFA version of DOOM II
- Improved performance with multithreaded rendering, supporting resolutions up to 4K and 120 FPS on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5
- New episode “Legacy of Rust,” featuring new weapons and demons, created in collaboration by members of id Software, Nightdive Studios, and MachineGames
Those who currently own DOOM (1993) and/or DOOM II on any of the mentioned platforms will receive a free upgrade to the new combined game and will still have access to the previously owned versions.
For more information about the new reissue of DOOM + DOOM II, check the article at the following link: https://slayersclub.bethesda.net/en-US/article/doom-doomii-release-notes.
DOOM Eternal: Preview of the mod for PC
Since its launch, the community of DOOM Eternal has created mods without official tools. Today, id Software released a public beta of idStudio, the official mod creation toolset, and an optional mod preview for PC to allow players to easily view and access mods. To learn more about the optional mod preview for PC of DOOM Eternal, available now on Steam and Microsoft Store, check the article at the following link: https://slayersclub.bethesda.net/en-US/article/doom-eternal-pc-mod-preview.
DOOM Anthology
Also announced at QuakeCon was DOOM Anthology, a new physical release that includes DOOM (1993), DOOM II, DOOM 64, DOOM 3, DOOM (2016), and DOOM Eternal Deluxe Edition. It contains an exclusive SteelBook case for the game and a replica of approximately 13 cm of the BFG complete with LED and stand: a truly awesome collection. DOOM Anthology will be available for purchase starting October 22, 2024, for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Pre-orders can be made at this link: https://gear.bethesda.net/.
DOOM SNES by Limited Run Games
At QuakeCon, DOOM SNES by Limited Run Games was also announced. An updated conversion of the original 16-bit version of DOOM SNES, which includes both a Standard Edition and a Collector’s Edition, this gem will offer 14 new levels, side dodges, and much more when it releases in 2025. To learn more, check out the Limited Run Games website: https://limitedrungames.com/.
- Standard Edition – $99.99
- Shooting Gallery SNES cart with metallic ink
- Manual
- Poster
- SNES box
- Deluxe Edition – $199.99
- Upgraded version of the Standard Edition cart, with blood splatter variant and labels on metal plate to commemorate the release
- Manual
- Poster
- Premium embossed CE box
- Numbered certificate of authenticity
- Limited to 666 copies
Creations – Bards College
Bards College, the new creation for Skyrim releasing today, has been developed by the talented team at Kinggath Creations. Announced at QuakeCon, this expansion takes players to the bard college in Solitude as new initiates, where they can hone their skills and venture into lost places and ancient knowledge.
To learn more about Bards College: https://bethesda.net/en/article/5KDJknffWhhRFXQ8jafgAN/bards-college-skyrim-special-edition-creation.