While eagerly awaiting the release of DOOM: The Dark Ages, many are revisiting the classic DOOM games. Good news! A recent update for the DOOM + DOOM 2 compilation has significantly enhanced the experience.

This update boasts improved technical stability and more. Crucially, it now supports multiplayer modifications. For compatibility, mods must be built using Vanilla DOOM, DeHackEd, MBF21, or BOOM. Cooperative play is enhanced with shared item pickups and an observer mode for players awaiting revival. Multiplayer network code has also been optimized, and the mod loader can now handle significantly more than the initial 100+ subscribed mods.

Looking ahead to DOOM: The Dark Ages, accessibility is a key focus. The game will offer unparalleled customization compared to previous id Software titles. Executive producer Marty Stratton emphasizes the team's commitment to broad accessibility.

Players will have extensive control over enemy damage and difficulty, projectile speed and damage, and other gameplay elements like pacing, enemy aggression, and parry timing. Importantly, Stratton confirms that prior experience with DOOM: The Dark Ages isn't necessary to understand its narrative, which connects seamlessly with DOOM: Eternal.