Earlier today at QuakeCon 2024, id Software made a series of announcements Disaster-a brand new way to play the first two classic shooters, related news like mod tools Foreverand more.
Id Software's annual fan-focused convention, EarthquakeConkicked off today in Texas. The four-day event brings people from all over the world together, playing games and watching news shared by id Software Earthquake And DisasterTo kick off this big event, id Software has released a Mancubus-sized news release Disaster.
Here is the biggest and best DisasterHere's the news to come out of the first day of QuakeCon:
A New and Improved Way to Play Apocalypse, Apocalypse 2, And More Out Now
Arguably the biggest and coolest news to come out of QuakeCon 2024 was this: a new “improved” port Disaster And Disaster 2. This new port combines two popular and classic shooter games into one package.
This new port, currently available on Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and Switch, Port released before 2019. This time, Disaster It runs on Nightdive's fantastic Kex Engine, the same retro-focused engine that end Dark Forces reformAs a result, the game now supports 120 FPS on Series X/S, PS5, and PC. This new port is also playable on Steam Deck.
Disaster + Disaster 2 There's also the “id Vault,” which contains concept art from both games, as well as early versions of monsters, weapons, items, accessories, and more.
Enhanced Port Features New Demons, Weapons, and Cross-Play
The new port also adds a brand new, official port Disaster section: Russian Heritaget. Developed by Nightdive Studios, id Software, and MachineGames, this new 16-map campaign is split into two 8-map chapters.
Rust's Legacy will also feature some new monsters and weapons. Id Software says this is the first time this has happened in the game. Disaster 2The original announcement announcing that the company was adding new monsters and weapons to the classic FPS game.
Oh, and this new port also supports full cross-play, so you can enjoy the classic Disaster The ability to play games together regardless of platform, and even kill your friends who are playing on Xbox, even if you are playing on PC.
Disaster + Disaster 2 Free for Previous Owners of Advanced Port
Here's the best news: If you own any of the previously released Bethesda ports Disaster or Disaster 2, You can get this new version of both classic games for free. Even if you only own Disaster or Disaster 2 It doesn't matter if you're on PS5, you can also access this newly developed port.
Id Software recommends getting the free updated version Disaster And Disaster 2 should happen automatically on consoles and PC. In fact, your copy Disaster It may have been updated now.
And yes, Catastrophe and Catastrophe 2The new port of is free for Game Pass members on PC and Xbox.
Old Ports Disaster & Disaster 2 They are not going
However, if you don't like any of the changes included in the new port or simply hate the change, Bethesda and id Software have confirmed that the previous ports aren't going anywhere.
On consoles, you will still have access to these older versions and will be able to download and play them freely even after today's major update. They will be treated as individual games in your console library. On PC, users will have to do a little more work to provide access to the old ports, but they will still be there.
I appreciate id Software not removing past ports and just replacing them with new ones. It's a small thing, but it's nice, and something I'd like to see more of from all developers and publishers in the future.
SNES Apocalypse Receiving a New, Improved Physical Release
Although not the best version of OG DisasterThe SNES version from 1995 is still fondly remembered by many as a technical marvel. It's impressive that this game was ported to such an underpowered console at the time. And now the SNES version Disaster is being re-released in full and with panache.
Limited Run Games and id Software announce a new physical port at QuakeCon Disaster SNES expected to arrive in 2025This version will include radial scanning, “Thy Flesh Consumed”, performance improvements, level codes, and monster respawn on Nightmare Difficulty. Fun stuff!
Id Software Adds Official Mod Support Eternal Doomsday
It wasn't just a classic Disaster It got some love during QuakeCon, id Software confirms Eternal Doomsday gets official mod support.
“We were so impressed DOOM Eternal “Community mods created without any official tools. This inspired us to release a public beta of idStudio for creators, and an optional PC mod preview so players can easily browse and play mods. We can't wait to see what this community does next.” In a statement made on its official website, id Yazılım said;
The mod tools and mods are only available to PC players and are currently still in a beta-like preview phase. But I'm excited to see what players can do with the actual mod tools. Eternal Doomsday.
Doom Anthology Collects All Games, Includes a BFG Replica
Finally, id Software made a big announcement Disaster bundle that includes all the games as well as a BFG replica. The replica weapon isn't full size, but it looks pretty cool. The Doom Anthology There is no release date yet and it will cost $80.