Classic DOOM and DOOM 2 have received an update

While awaiting the release of DOOM: The Dark Ages, many are revisiting the classic DOOM games. Good news! The developers have resumed work and recently released an update for the DOOM + DOOM 2 compilation.

This update significantly enhances the games' technical performance and adds several key features. Crucially, it introduces support for multiplayer modifications. For compatibility, mods must be created using Vanilla DOOM, DeHackEd, MBF21, or BOOM. Cooperative gameplay now allows all players to collect items simultaneously. A new observer mode has been added for players who die while in cooperative mode, allowing them to spectate until revived. Multiplayer network code has also been optimized. Finally, the mod loader can now handle significantly more than the initial 100+ subscribed mods.

Looking ahead to DOOM: The Dark Ages, accessibility is a core focus. The game will offer unprecedented customization options, far exceeding previous id Software titles. Executive producer Marty Stratton emphasized the team's commitment to broad accessibility.

Players will be able to fine-tune various aspects, including enemy damage and difficulty, projectile speed and damage, and even broader gameplay elements like overall pace, enemy aggression, and parry timing. Stratton also confirmed that prior experience with DOOM: The Dark Ages isn't necessary to understand its narrative, which connects to DOOM: Eternal.