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Doom Anthology

There’s more news to share about Doom today with Bethesda unveiling Doom Anthology. A release date has not yet been provided.

Doom Anthology contains Doom (1993), Doom II, Doom 64, Doom 3, Doom (2016), and Doom Eternal Deluxe Edition. Just keep in mind that downloads are required. Outside of the games, you’ll get an exclusive steelbook and a 5-inch replica BFG with LED lights and stand.

In celebration of QuakeCon, Bethesda just published new versions of Doom and Doom II in a single bundle that contain additional content and features. This just went live on Switch.

One of the highlights is Legacy of Rust, a new episode made in collaboration by id Software, Nightdive Studios and MachineGames. Additionally, a new Deathmatch map pack featuring 25 maps is available. As far as new features go, there’s online, cross-platform deathmatch and co-op for up to 16 players plus more.

Here’s the full rundown:

Doom SIGIL II

Bethesda has made new add-ons available for a couple of its classic Switch releases, with Doom (1993) and Doom II receiving SIGIL II while Quake players can access QDOOM.

SIGIL II is a free episode containing nine levels. John Romero, one of the co-founders of id Software, led the way on its development.

Doom Arrival

New content is now available for the Switch versions of Doom and Doom II, as both titles have received the Arrival add-on. Players can initiate the download on the main menu.

Arrival acts as an 11-level episode replacement pack. It was made by Pavera and features music by Doom community alum AD_79. Collaborated elements with other notable names in the modding scene are also included.

Doom and Doom II players on Switch now have access to another add-on. Earthless: Prelude has just been made available, and it’s entirely free.

Here’s some additional from Bethesda:

Doom: The Classics Collection

After they were originally released digitally, the first three Doom games are getting a physical release on Switch. Doom, Doom II, and Doom 3 will be sold together as part of the Doom: The Classics Collection.

Doom: The Classics Collection will be offered standalone, as a special edition, and a collector’s edition. The special edition includes a keycard replica, Doom disk USB, steelbook, and more. The collector’s edition contains everything from the special edition as well as a Doom shadowbox with lights and sound inside a premium, windowed CE box.

Pre-orders for Doom: The Classics Collection kick off on April 2 at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET. Limited Run Games will have it here over a four week period.

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Doom Zero

Doom and Doom II players on Switch can now begin playing another add-on. Doom Zero, created by Christopher Golden, can be accessed via a download from the main menu.

Here’s an overview of Doom Zero:

Doom and Doom II

The classic Doom and Doom II releases have continued to receive add-ons since their original launch. Another one was made available this week: REKKR.

Here’s a brief introduction from Bethesda:

Doom and Doom II

Doom and Doom II have both been updated to version 1.0.7. on Switch. This is a massive patch, adding in gyro controls, QOL improvements, performance optimization, and more.

Below are the official patch notes:

Bethesda has rolled out the latest add-on for the re-release of Doom II on Switch. Players can now experience BTSX, Episode 2, which originally debuted in 2014.

Here’s a bit of information about BTSX, Episode 2:


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