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Hell freezes over in Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations, the shooter's first expansion coming this July
The first expansion for Doom: The Dark Ages, titled Revelations, is set to launch on July 7th across PC, Xbox Series X, and PlayStation 5. This snowy expansion introduces new levels, demons, puzzles, and the Chain Spear weapon. A free update, Ripatorium 3.0, will also be released on the same day, enhancing the game's customizable arena challenge mode.
Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC Revealed With New Spear Weapon and July Release Date
Bethesda and id Software have announced Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations, a new campaign DLC for Doom: The Dark Ages. It will feature a new spear weapon and is scheduled for release on July 7, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The DLC promises additional content for the recently revealed title.
DOOM: The Dark Ages DLC “Revelations” announced
Bethesda Softworks and id Software announced the "Revelations" DLC for DOOM: The Dark Ages, launching July 7th with new levels, puzzles, and demons, alongside the free "Ripatorium 3.0" update. The DLC introduces the Chain Spear for enhanced combat and mobility, with additional content for Premium and Collector's Bundle owners. DOOM: The Dark Ages is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Game Pass.
One mad lad has spent the past 3 years remixing hundreds of classic metal songs in the Doom midi soundfont
A YouTube creator named Jim's Music Dungeon has spent three years creating hundreds of remixes of classic metal songs using the Doom soundfont. These MIDI covers, inspired by Doom's own soundtrack, have gained attention for their unique take on popular tracks from bands like Tool, Iron Maiden, and Metallica.
In 1997, Warren Spector told us the upcoming PC classic Deus Ex was inspired by Final Fantasy, Miyamoto, and 'the…
A 1997 interview with legendary game designer Warren Spector reveals his early inspirations for the upcoming PC classic Deus Ex, including Final Fantasy VII and Shigeru Miyamoto's work. Spector discussed his move to Ion Storm and his vision for a first-person RPG that blended console accessibility with deep simulation, initially planning to use the Quake II engine before ultimately opting for Unreal.
25 '90s Games That Hold Up Perfectly Today (And Where to Play Them) | TAG
This article identifies 25 video games from the 1990s that remain enjoyable for modern players, distinguishing between titles that hold up with no caveats and those that require specific versions or adjustments. It highlights how 2D pixel art generally ages better than early 3D graphics and provides information on where each game can be legally played today.
30+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Days of Play Sale (North America/Europe)
The PlayStation Store's Days of Play sale is offering discounts on numerous PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 titles until June 10th. This guide highlights recommended games that have received high scores, with many reaching new lowest-ever prices.
30+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Days of Play Sale
The PlayStation Store's Days of Play sale is offering discounts on numerous PS5 and PS4 games until June 10th. This guide highlights recommended titles, including Assassin's Creed Shadows, Battlefield 6, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, all of which have received high scores and are at their lowest prices.
A love letter to the Quake series, free and open source FPS Quetoo is out now
Quetoo, a free and open-source first-person shooter inspired by the classic Quake series, has been released after 19 years of development. It features classic gameplay modes like Deathmatch and Capture the Flag, remakes of legendary maps from Quake, Quake 2, and Quake 3, modern rendering features, and cross-platform support for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
In the early 1990s, Doom was famously installed on more PCs than Windows itself—but how many was that, actually?
An analysis explores the historical popularity of Doom in the early 1990s, citing figures suggesting it was installed on more PCs than Windows. While shareware downloads reached 20 million, a study referenced by Gabe Newell indicated Windows was on 30 million PCs in the US, with Doom being the number one product. The article questions the exact numbers and the significance of Doom's widespread adoption compared to the dominant operating system of the era.
Original Doom soundtrack to be inducted into US National Recording Registry
The original 1993 Doom soundtrack, composed by Bobby Prince, is being inducted into the US National Recording Registry. This marks the third video game soundtrack to receive this honor, following Minecraft: Volume Alpha and the Super Mario Bros. theme. The registry recognized Prince's innovative use of MIDI technology in creating the iconic score.
Doom Just Received One Of The Highest Cultural Honors In The US
The original Doom soundtrack by Robert Prince has been added to the US Library of Congress's National Recording Registry, recognizing its cultural and historical significance. The soundtrack is honored for its "adrenaline-fueled" composition and technical innovation during an era of limited resources. This recognition places Doom's music alongside other significant cultural artifacts.
Doom Just Received One Of The Highest Cultural Honors In The US
The original Doom soundtrack by Robert Prince has been added to the US Library of Congress's National Recording Registry, recognizing its cultural and historical significance. The soundtrack, created by id Software during an era of technical limitations, is celebrated for its "adrenaline-fueled" and "riff-shredding" accompaniment to the genre-defining first-person shooter.
One Year Later, DOOM: The Dark Ages DLC Is Nowhere to Be Seen
One year after the release of DOOM: The Dark Ages, the promised campaign DLC has yet to launch, leaving players who purchased the Premium Edition frustrated. While the base game is now heavily discounted, the expansion, described by game director Hugo Martin as "basically like a sequel," remains unrevealed. Fans are debating the long wait on Reddit, with some understanding the complexities of game development and others expressing impatience.
Entire Doom series is up to 90% off on Steam but you've got to be quick
Steam is offering significant discounts of up to 90% on the entire Doom series, with prices for some titles dropping below £2. These limited-time deals include Doom (2016), Doom Eternal, and various older installments, as well as bundles. The sale is exclusive to Steam and set to expire soon.
National Recording Registry adds 1993 Doom soundtrack album
The original soundtrack for the 1993 video game Doom, composed by Bobby Prince, has been added to the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress. This induction recognizes the soundtrack's cultural and historical significance.
The original Doom soundtrack joins 'our national playlist' in the US Library of Congress
The soundtrack for the original Doom has been inducted into the United States Library of Congress's National Recording Registry. Composer Bobby Prince's work is recognized for its cultural and historical importance, joining other notable recordings like Taylor Swift's 1989 and the Super Mario Bros. theme. The induction highlights the significant impact of video game music on national heritage.
The original Doom soundtrack is officially in the Library of Congress
The original soundtrack for the video game Doom has been officially added to the Library of Congress's National Recording Registry. This marks a significant recognition of video game music as a cultural artifact, alongside other inductees like Beyoncé's 'Single Ladies' and Taylor Swift's '1989'.
Everyone knows Wolfenstein 3D made the FPS a phenomenon. What this mod presupposes is… what if it didn't?
The Isowulf mod reimagines Wolfenstein 3D from an isometric perspective, prompting speculation about whether the first-person shooter genre would have emerged if this had been the original design. Despite the hypothetical impact, the mod is praised for its faithful recreation and the enduring quality of id Software's original design.
Double Fine petitions to unionize
Double Fine Productions, a Microsoft-owned studio, has filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board to unionize with the Communication Workers of America. Approximately 42 employees are included in the union effort, which aims to preserve the studio's commitments to creative excellence and worker quality of life. Microsoft has stated a neutral approach to the organizing efforts.
