Bethesda has recently revealed that they had big plans for the latest update for DOOM. Update 6.66 will introduce all the multiplayer DLCs for free. With a detailed FAQ section, Bethesda released all the main features of the update. Though there are many things to see, what stands out there is the fact that everybody will be able to enjoy the multiplayer DLCs for free. And it will be available for all the platforms on which you can play the game.
Another example for other features, which are pretty important, is the Rune System which replaces the Hack Module System. And the revised progression system will change the ways that players can unlock new features like weapon customization, new demons and such. Now you will get them according to your level and through the in-game challenges instead of random chances of getting them.
Although the word update may sound a little weak, this one is a huge one for sure. For more detailed information, I’d recommend checking out the FAQ section of the webpage related to the update in the Bethesda forums. You can find answers to all of your questions.
When it comes to the improvements, the update will have many new features. The complete list is given below:
Multiplayer:
- Fixed an issue where textures appeared to glow on the player’s character.
- Fixed an issue in Multiplayer where players would respawn frozen at the beginning of a Freeze Tag round.
- Fixed an issue in Multiplayer where parts of the player model appeared transparent in some circumstances.
- Fixed an issue where players would disconnect from a match under certain conditions.
- Fixed an issue in Infernal Run where picking up the ball when out of ammo would cause problems with passing or receiving the ball.
- Fixed an issue with the Multiplayer Challenge “Aimbot Hax” where Reaper Longshots would not count towards challenge completion.
- Fixed an issue in Multiplayer with inconsistent power item spawns on Outbreak.
SnapMap:
- Added rotate on XYZ axis to the Grab Object manipulate controls
- Added setting to remove network limitation on single player only maps.
- Resolved various freeze and crash bugs.
- Fixed various matchmaking and lobby issues.
- Fixed visual bugs that result from combining specific HUD elements
- Fixed various freezes and crashes with using Campaign Model.
- Fixed coop crash with Bob and Rotate settings.
- Fixed bug that caused AI to run into blocking volumes set to Block Demons and AI Sight.
- Improved collision issues causing AI to partially fall into blocking volumes set to Block Demons.
Moreover, the free trial weekend period is starting today. The hours and dates are listed below. Because it may differ according to the platform you use, I’d recommend checking it:
Xbox Free Weekend
Start: 11am CT on Thursday 07/20
End: 11pm CT on Sunday 07/23.
Steam Free Weekend
Start: 12PM CT on Thursday 7/20
End: 3PM CT on Sunday 07/23
PS4 Free Weekend
Start: 11am CT on Thursday 07/27
End: 11pm CT on Sunday 07/30.
So, if you are interested in multiplayer mode of DOOM, I’d suggest thinking about getting this update. It was released on July 19th so that you can get it before the free trial event.
Enjoy and stay tuned for more news fellas!