Confirming last night’s inadvertent Steam leak, Bethesda and id Software have officially unveiled DOOM + DOOM 2, a bundle that includes re-releases of the two shooters, now boasting several improvements, additional features, and new content.
It is already available now for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG and Microsoft Store) for 9.99 euros. However, those who own a digital copy of DOOM and/or DOOM 2 will receive this bundle with a free upgrade. Obviously it is also included in the PC and Xbox Game Pass catalog like all the other games made by Microsoft’s proprietary teams.
Contents and news
DOOM + DOOM 2 includes both games in the series, enhanced with various improvements and additional content, some even previously unreleased. In particular, it includes Legacy of the Rust, a new episode created through the collaboration of id Software, Nightdive Studios and MachineGames, and a Deathmatch map pack with 25 new maps. All this for a grand total of 187 mission maps and 43 Deathmatch maps, for the joy of all fans.
Let’s see the contents in detail:
DOOM DOOM 2 TNT: Evilution The Plutonia Experiment Master Levels for DOOM II No Rest for the Living Sigil Legacy of Rust (a new episode born from a collaboration between id Software, Nightdive Studios and MachineGames) A new Deathmatch map pack including 26 maps
There’s also a long list of improvements and new additions over the original versions of the games, such as online deathmatch with cross-play and co-op for up to 16 players and up to 4 players locally, full mod support with an integrated mod catalog, and additional accessibility options.
The graphics have been improved and support for resolutions up to 4K, while the soundtrack has been restored using the original hardware of the time. We also find support for modern controllers, improved mouse and keyboard controls and a new weapon wheel for faster and more precise arsenal changes.
