First-person shooter: Bethesda releases bundle of "Doom" and "Doom 2"

Bethesda has released a bundle of the classic id shooters "Doom" and "Doom 2", which comes with improvements and some new features compared to the original versions. If you already own one of the two games on PC or console, you can upgrade to the new package for free.

Basically, these are the familiar versions of "Doom" and "Doom 2", which have just been technically refreshed a little. The new features include the ability to play deathmatch games in online multiplayer mode across platform boundaries (crossplay). You can also play a four-player co-op mode in split screen - on the Xbox, eight people can even play at the same time.

4K with 120 FPS

Bethesda also promises improved performance so that the "Doom" games on Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC can also run in 4K resolution with up to 120 FPS. Official modding support via an in-game browser is also new. Modders can make their previously developed mods available so that users no longer have to download and install them from external sources.

Those who buy the "Doom" bundle for 10 euros or get the free upgrade can also play the chapter "Sigil" developed by John Romero and the completely new episode "Legacy of Rust", which was developed by some Bethesda employees.

New version already playable

The "Doom" bundle has apparently already replaced the previous "Doom" versions in the Xbox, Playstation, Epic, Microsoft, Steam and GOG stores. Anyone who has one of the two "Doom" games in their library should already be able to access the new version.

At least on the PC, you can still play the old version of "Doom" or "Doom 2". Bethesda has published instructions for the various platforms in an FAQ. id Software is currently working on a new installment called "Dark Ages", which is due to be released next year.

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