DOOM + DOOM II Release Notes (2024)

By: Joshua Boyle

8/8/2024

The legendary action FPS is enhanced, combined, and now available on modern platforms!

Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993, DOOM pioneered and popularized the first-person shooter, setting a standard for all FPS games. The critically acclaimed sequel, DOOM II, followed in 1994.

Now the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available in a single combined release on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, in addition to PC platforms and Game Pass (subscription required).This definitive enhanced version is our biggest effort yet with online cross-platform deathmatch and co-op for up to 16 players, community-published single-player mod support (with in-game mod browser), optimized renderer, accessibility options, optional modern IDKFA soundtrack by Andrew Hulshult (including brand-new DOOM II recordings) selectable alongside the original midi soundtracks, presented in up to 120hz in 4K on supported platforms (see the below FAQ for details) and a brand-new episode “Legacy of Rust” with new weapons and demons made in collaboration by individuals from id Software, Nightdive Studios, and MachineGames.

Note: 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 (See FAQ for more details)

Owners Receive

DOOM
DOOM II
Master Levels for DOOM II
TNT: Evilution
The Plutonia Experiment
No Rest for the Living
Sigil
Legacy of Rust (a new episode created in collaboration by individuals from id Software, Nightdive Studios and MachineGames)
A new Deathmatch map pack featuring 25 maps (to accompany the existing 18) bringing the total Deathmatch levels to 43

Platforms

PC:

Steam
Microsoft Windows Store
Epic Games Store
GOG

Console:

Xbox One
Xbox Series X|S
PlayStation 4
PlayStation 5
Nintendo Switch

Supported Languages (text only)

English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

New Features and Improvements

Online, cross-platform deathmatch and co-op for up to 16 players
Community-published single-player mod support with an in-game mod browser
Chose to play the original midi DOOM and DOOM II soundtracks or the modern IDKFA versions by Andrew Hulshult (including brand-new DOOM II recordings)
Improved performance with multithreaded rendering supporting up to 4K resolution and 120 FPS on Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5
Now on the KEX engine
BOOM source compatibility makes it possible for hundreds of community-created mods from the past 25 years to be published in-game
Accessibility options
Translated into 8 new languages: Mexican Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Tradition Chinese and Simplified Chinese

Created in collaboration by individuals from id Software, Nightdive Studios, and MachineGames, Legacy of Rust is the newest episode for DOOM, and the first official episode since DOOM II to feature new demons and weapons.

"Vassago's Rest", the ancient inscriptions called it. With the meaning of the name lost to time, it wasn't long before the interlopers began calling the land by another: "New Eden". Just like the Garden of old, mankind's exile from this newly settled realm was swift and brutal.

This remote region of Hell, overflowing in (un-)natural resources as it were, was almost entirely devoid of demonic presence. The Union Aerospace Corporation, never one to shy away from hubris and excess, learned the hard way that even the demons feared something greater, something deeper. When the Ones Beneath awoke, the UAC's crown jewel was swallowed in a cascade of blood and fire.

Three hours -- all it took to reduce New Eden to a sea of molten glass.

Three minutes -- all it took before the UAC's top brass played their ace.

Three seconds -- all it took for you to weigh the risks before accepting the job.

Your orders are clear: reclaim the lost base and preserve the UAC's Legacy.

Or die trying.

Dive into the id Vault and explore concept art from DOOM + DOOM II’s development, early versions of monsters, weapons, items, props, FX, HUD + Menus and textures left on the cutting room floor.

New rules have been added to improve cooperative mode. If all players die, you will lose, and the level will restart. Respawn teammates by clearing all enemies in the area or finding a safe place to hide. Teammates will spawn near you, letting you get back into the fight quickly

DOOM + DOOM II includes 4-player split-screen multiplayer on all platforms, with 8 player split-screen available on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Fight against your friends in Deathmatch or with your friends in Cooperative mode, available in seven campaigns

Frag with friends and strangers alike across 43 different Deathmatch levels or play any of the episodes in co-op. Play alone or play online with local split screen players. LAN play is also supported across all platforms, and Nintendo Switch players can frag locally through ad-hoc wireless multiplayer

Play with friends no matter which platform they prefer. Crossplay is available on all platforms, so you can play DOOM + DOOM II with everyone. Join your friends quickly using our room code system for finding lobbies

A new Deathmatch map pack featuring 25 maps was added thanks to community mappers: Luis “DX-Chain” Armacanqui, Luca Ciriaco, Ralph "Ralphis" Vickers, Matthew "RottKing" Cibulas, Colton "Arrowhead" Murchison, Andrew "Saar" Bouvé & Joshua "tokyopunchout" Boyle. This new pack compliments the existing 18, bringing the total Deathmatch levels to 43

Existing Enhancements

Upgraded visuals
Modern controller support including:

Weapon carousel (for faster weapon switching)
Gyroscopic aiming on Switch, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5

Improved mouse and keyboard controls
Local split-screen deathmatch and co-op for up to 4 players
Featured community mods, including:

REKKR, Syringe, Double Impact, Arrival, Revolution and over a dozen more…

60 FPS and native 16:9 support – up to 1080p
Restored original in-game music using original hardware
Quick Save/Load support
DeHacked mod support
Game Pass (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Microsoft Store [PC]) and xCloud Support (Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One)

About the Included Games

DOOM (1993) - Original Version 

The demons came and the marines died...except one. You are the last defense against Hell. Prepare for the most intense battle you’ve ever faced. Experience the complete, original version of the game released in 1993, now with Episode IV: Thy Flesh Consumed.

DOOM II – Original Version 

Accessibility Options Notification

After installing the game/update, you will be presented with an Accessibility Options notification. Read through the available options to make sure they are set to your preference. Once in-game, these options can be accessed from the Options/Accessibility sub-menu via the Main and Pause Menus

(Note: All Accessibility options default to ON during first launch after install - but can be easily toggled OFF/ON via Disable/Enable All Settings)

Accessibility Options

High Contrast

Changes the default text field backgrounds to improve User Interface legibility

High Contrast OFF

High Contrast ON

Alternate Typeface

Changes the original in-game font to a more modern one for improved legibility

Alternate Typeface OFF

Alternate Typeface ON

Screen Flash Effects

Decreases opacity of onscreen effects to reduce flash intensity

Notification Message Time

Changes the display duration of HUD messages

Read Chat Out Loud*

Converts incoming multiplayer text chat into a synthesized voice

Transcribe Voice Chat

Converts incoming voice chat to text in the multiplayer chat window

Speak For Me in Voice Chat*

Converts outgoing multiplayer text chat into a synthesized voice audible to other players

*Voice profiles can be selected from the Accessibility menu when connected to an online multiplayer session

*Text-to-Speech menu narration is not supported

Chat Message Time

Changes the display duration of multiplayer text chat messages

Win 10 64-bit version
Intel Core i5-3570 @3.4 GHz or AMD Ryzen 3 1300X @3.5 GHz
8GB System RAM
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 TI (2GB) or AMD HD 7750 (1GB)
1920x1080 Resolution
Minimum 2GB free space on hard drive
High speed broadband connection required for online play

Win 10 64-bit version
Intel Core i5-6600k @3.5 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1600 @3.2 GHz
8GB System RAM
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB) or AMD RX Vega 56 (8GB) or Intel Arc A 280
3480x216 Resolution
Minimum 2GB free space on hard drive
High speed broadband connection required for online play

*Compatible display required

I already own DOOM or DOOM II. How do I access the newrelease?

Previous owners of DOOM or DOOM II on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Epic Game Store, the Microsoft Store, Steam and Good Old Games will automatically receive the new version with a free update. It may already be updated by the time you read this!

How do I access the original versions of the game?

Users on the below PC platforms will be able to access the original version of DOOM + DOOM II as follows:

Steam users can use the Beta Participation property option to download and launch the original versions, or the last version that we launched in 2019 labeled"previous-re-release"
Good Old Games users can install the original version of DOOM or DOOM II from “My Collection” via the GOG website and your “Owned Games” via the GOG Galaxy launcher. Once installed the original version can be launched directly from the installed Windows folder or shortcut, or the GOG Galaxy launcher
If you already owned DOOM or DOOM II on the Microsoft Store before today, you will be able to access the original version via “My Library” on the Windows Xbox app. Users who purchase the game from the Microsoft store from today-on after on only have access to the enhanced version
If you already have the original version of DOOM or DOOM II installed on PC Game Pass, it will still be available in your My Games library

Users on all other platforms will receive the enhanced version of DOOM + DOOM II and still be able to access the previous versions of each game in their corresponding platform game libraries

If I already own DOOM or DOOM II on Steam, GOG or the Microsoft Store will my saves carry over?

Save games from the original version aren’t compatible with the enhanced version of DOOM + DOOM II. The original versions of the games are available if there are any saves you want to continue (see above for instructions). The enhanced release also allows you to play any campaign in any order, or you can use Level Select to play a specific unit

How do I play with friends on other platforms?

The easiest way to join a cross-play match with friends is using the room code system. The room code is a 4-letter code that can be seen inside the pre-game lobby. Send this to your friends over text message, Discord, or yelling very loudly, and they'll be able to join through the multiplayer menu without having to search through the match browser or enter passwords. Note that on some platforms, cross-play can be disabled at the system level. If you have problems joining cross-play matches, ensure that this is enabled

What resolutions and framerates are supported for each platform?

PC: Maximum supported by video card/display

Switch: 720p at 60 FPS in handheld mode, 1080p at 60 FPS docked

PlayStation 4: 1080p at 60 FPS

PlayStation 4 Pro: Native 4K at 60FPS *

Xbox One: 1080p at 60 FPS *

Xbox One X: Native 4K at 60 FPS *

PlayStation 5: Native 4K at 120 FPS *

Xbox Series X|S: Native 4K at 120 FPS *

* Compatible display required

What input devices are supported?

Controller, keyboard, and mouse are supported on all platforms, including consoles. Split screen is available with mixed mouse/keyboard and controller

Do I need an always online connection to play the game?

DOOM + DOOM II only requires an online connection to play online multiplayer game modes. The single player campaigns and multiplayer via split screen, LAN, or ad-hoc multiplayer on Switch can be played while offline

Can I send and receive game invites from the Epic Games Store launcher?

Sending and receiving game invites from the Epic Games Store is not supported. You can send and receive invites to your friends from the DOOM + DOOM II multiplayer menu

Is the Steam controller supported?

DOOM + DOOM II does not support the Steam controller

How do I create a mod?

DoomTools, which offers a wide array of utilities that will be useful or critical towards creating a Doom wad file (requires Java)

Ultimate Doom Builder for level editing (requires Microsoft .Net Framework 4.7.2)
SLADE for WAD file editing

...and become familiar with online DOOM community wikis, such as DoomWiki.org, and Discords, such as UDBs and SLADE’s.

How do I upload a mod?

Mod uploading is only available on PC. To begin the process, select a game from the main menu, like DOOM II for example. Then select "MODS" from the menu, and select "UPLOAD" and follow the instructions!

How come I only see Featured mods on Switch?

Only Featured Mods are available on Switch due to platform policies

On the Minimap, why do the Kill, Item, and Secrets totals not increment for the Host when completed by another player?

For the host player, Kills, Items, and Secrets don't count on the Minimap if another player adds them. This is intended. The minimap shows only your total kills, items, and secrets, not the total for the entire party

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