Bethesda.net has details on a new update coming tomorrow to
DOOM as
well as plans to launch the first premium DLC for the shooter next week. On a
semi-related note,
the DOOM demo has been updated with Vulkan support for those who want to
sample the performance improvements in the game running under the new API.
This Steam post sums up the news about tomorrow's patch and next week's DLC
release, all being celebrated with a double XP weekend that begins tomorrow:
DOOM's Free Update 2 launches tomorrow, July 29! The free update
kicks off with two new multiplayer modes, Sector and Exodus. Sector is a capture
and hold mode while Exodus brings capture the flag to DOOM. We're also adding
Hell modules and environments to DOOM SnapMap, plus new objects like Launch
Pads, and last but not least, the campaign weapon wheel comes to SnapMap! And of
course, the update will include tons of optimizations and improvements. Look for
full release notes when the patch goes live tomorrow.
Unto the Evil, DOOM's first DLC, launches August 5! We're thrilled to
announce that our first premium multiplayer DLC will launch on August 5. The DLC
includes three new multiplayer maps (Catalyst, Ritual, and Offering), the new
UAC EMG Pistol, and the new playable demon, "The Harvester." We're also
introducing a new feature called PartyPlay. Want to play the DLC maps, but don't
own Unto the Evil or the Season Pass? Party up with another player who has
purchased the DLC, and you can play the new maps! If a DLC map comes up as part
of the rotation, you and your party can play just as you have with the game's
original multiplayers maps. Conversely, if you have purchased the premium DLC
pack, anyone in your party can play any of the maps from the DLC as long as
they’re with you.
Double XP Weekend kicks off July 29! To celebrate the release of Update 2, we're
launching our first Double XP Weekend. Level up all weekend long while playing
our two new multiplayer modes.
To read all about today's announcements, including additional details, be sure
to read a note written by Executive Producer Marty Stratton on
https://bethesda.net/#en/events/game/doom-big-updates-new-content-and-partyplay/2016/07/28/160
Note: The deployment of Update 2 will require a maintenance, scheduled for
approximate 12pm ET on July 29. We anticipate the maintenance will end
approximately at 2pm ET. We'll be sure to update you when our multiplayer and
SnapMap servers are down for maintenance.