Overview of the Latest DOOM Update
- The DOOM and DOOM 2 bundle now features the SIGIL 2 campaign, designed by the original creator, John Romero, available at no extra cost.
- These iconic games, recognized as pivotal in the history of gaming, are still receiving updates that enhance their appeal.
The much-anticipated update for the DOOM and DOOM 2 collection has launched, introducing players to a new campaign created by John Romero. Originally rolled out in 2023, the SIGIL 2 campaign now joins the collection, ensuring that fans can easily enjoy this addition from anywhere.
Often hailed as landmark releases in video game history, both DOOM and its sequel have set high standards for the first-person shooter genre, sparking a wave of imitations in the 1990s known as “DOOM clones.”The franchise continues to thrive today, with the original DOOM and DOOM 2 recently combined into a single package, allowing a new generation to experience these foundational titles.
According to the official patch notes, the inclusion of SIGIL 2, which was initially a complimentary expansion for DOOM, now adds significant value to the collection. The original SIGIL was previously included, and its sequel follows suit in this latest update.
Even after more than 30 years since its original release, updates for DOOM and DOOM 2 remain consistent, with the recent addition of multiplayer mod support launched in January punctuating the games’ continued viability. These classics welcome innovations through various mods, and campaigns like SIGIL 2 serve as a fresh opportunity for returning players, particularly for those who have enjoyed these titles multiple times.
Amidst this nostalgia, anticipation is building for DOOM: The Dark Ages, the first major new installment in five years. Announced in mid-2024, this sequel to the 2016 DOOM reboot is set to release on May 15, 2025, making it an exciting prospect for fans. In the meantime, the rollout of SIGIL 2 offers an engaging experience to bridge the wait.
DOOM + DOOM 2 Update 3 Release Notes
This latest update introduces SIGIL II, alongside various enhancements and fixes to mod compatibility.
SIGIL II
- SIGIL II is now officially part of the DOOM + DOOM II package, accessible directly from the game select menu at startup. Please note that save files from the original Mods version are not compatible with this newly included version, though the original will remain available to existing subscribers.
Improvements
- Players viewing a match that utilizes a mod will be redirected to the Mods page if they do not have that mod installed.
Fixes
- Resolved a crash issue that could occur while using the automap feature.
- Fixed sound-related problems with ceiling audio in DOOM II MAP04 and TNT MAP04.
- Corrected a crash encountered during multiplayer sessions in BTSX Episode 2.
- Addressed a crash that might occur when downloading or deleting several mods simultaneously.
- Custom menu logos now properly display at the top when playing a mod.
Mod Compatibility Fixes
- Fixed a crash that resulted when a WAD file contained a sound of zero length.
- Corrected issues with fast doors producing double sounds in mods running in Boom or MBF modes.