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Update (8/20): Amazon now has pre-orders here. Doom 2016 is physical, but everything else in the package is digital.


Original (8/19): A collection of DOOM games called DOOM Slayers Collection has been listed at Best Buy for pre-order. This collection comes with DOOM, DOOM II, DOOM 3, DOOM 2016, and DOOM 64 all in one physical package.

This listing does not specify if these games will all be included on the cartridge or if an additional online download will be required. But, there is a release date of September 2, 2021 and a price of $49.99.

All these details and more can be found at this link and screenshots from the listing are included below. 

Footage has emerged for the brand new Switch version of Quake. Get a look at some footage showing the first-person shooter below.

Quake is currently up on the Switch eShop. For more on the game, head on over here. We also have information about an upcoming physical release here.

Doom Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two

The next major piece of Doom Eternal DLC, The Ancient Gods – Part Two – is almost here on Switch. It’s set for release on August 26, Bethesda and id Software just announced.

Here’s an overview of the DLC:

Quake

The classic first-person shooter Quake was just announced and released for Switch a short while ago. Although the initial launch took place on the eShop, physical versions are happening as well. Limited Run Games will be producing three versions.

Quake will have a standard physical release on Switch in addition to a “Deluxe Edition” and “Ultimate Edition”. Here’s what each includes:

Quake

After it was rated by the ESRB earlier today, Quake has landed on Switch. The classic first-person shooter has returned with updated visuals, online local multiplayer and co-op, gyro controls, and more.

Here’s some additional information:

Quake

Bethesda, id Software, and Machine Games are bringing Quake to Switch, a listing from the ESRB reveals. This appears to be a re-release of the original game.

QuakeCon will be held today, and the announcement will almost certainly be made during the event. The show’s first session is planned to celebrate the series as a whole. Another session for August 20 will cover the “revitalized edition” of the first-person shooter.

When Quake is officially announced for Switch, we’ll be sure to let you know.

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Doom Eternal

Doom Eternal’s latest update went live on Switch this week. Version 1.6 is now available on the platform.

Along with some notable bug fixes, the update includes future in-game event cosmetic content. Find the full patch notes below.

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:

This week, Doom Eternal received its first piece of major DLC on Switch. Players can now get their hands on The Ancient Gods – Part One.

Here’s a look at the new DLC in action:

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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