What changed in DOOM in 2016

430 updates · 49 main milestones · Jul 11, 2016 to Dec 14, 2016

  1. 20 events
    Spectre Pinky Playable Demonnew contentMilestone

    New playable demon, Spectre Pinky, introduced with invisibility and bull rush abilities.

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    New Cultist Armor Sets and Customizationnew content

    Four new Cultist themed armor sets and 15 new customization patterns and colors added.

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    New Playable Demon: Spectre Pinkynew content

    Players can now transform into the Spectre Pinky demon with invisibility abilities.

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    Double XP Weekend Eventseasonal event

    Double XP Weekend from December 16 to December 19 to celebrate the Bloodfall launch.

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    New Cultist Armor Sets and Customizationnew content

    Four new Cultist-themed armor sets and 15 new customization patterns and colors introduced.

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    Combat Shotgun Damage Issue Fixedbalance change

    Resolved an issue where rapid key input caused unusually high shotgun damage.

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    Three New Maps Introducednew contentMilestone

    New maps: Empyrian, Boneyard, and Outbreak added to multiplayer.

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    New Equipment: Lateral Thrustersnew content

    Lateral Thrusters allow for mid-air dodging and an additional jump.

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    Bloodfall DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The third and final multiplayer DLC pack, Bloodfall, is now available, featuring new maps, weapons, and armor.

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    New Equipment: Lateral Thrustersnew content

    Lateral Thrusters equipment item added for mid-air dodging and movement boosts.

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    Three New Hack Modules Introducednew content

    New modules include Extra Protection, Augmented Healing, and Glory Sight.

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    Matchmaking Improvementsbalance change

    Reduced playlists to four to improve matchmaking speed and player aggregation.

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    New Grenade Launcher Weaponnew content

    A UAC-banned Grenade Launcher weapon added for area damage and smoke concealment.

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    Combat Shotgun Damage Issue Fixedbalance change

    Resolved an issue where rapid key input caused unusually high shotgun damage.

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    Double XP Weekend Eventseasonal event

    A Double XP Weekend event is active from now until December 19.

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    New Grenade Launcher Weaponnew contentMilestone

    A UAC-banned Grenade Launcher weapon added, allowing for area damage and smoke grenade usage.

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    Bloodfall DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The third and final multiplayer DLC pack, Bloodfall, is now available, featuring new maps, weapons, and armor.

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    Three New Hack Modulesnew content

    New Hack Modules: Extra Protection, Augmented Healing, and Glory Sight added.

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    Matchmaking Improvementsbalance change

    Reduced playlists to four to improve matchmaking speed and player aggregation.

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    Three New Maps Addednew contentMilestone

    New maps include Empyrian, Boneyard, and Outbreak for multiplayer gameplay.

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  2. 57 events
    Leaderboard Score Access in HUDnew content

    You can now access the Leaderboard Score in the HUD.

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    Added Lazarus Lab–Themed Propsnew content
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    Ability to Turn Off Bobbing on Pickupsnew content

    Ability to turn off bobbing on pickups to place them however you want.

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    More POI Optionsnew content

    Show distance, show on compass.

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    Added Single-Player Compassnew content
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    Improved Object Limits in SnapMapquality of life

    Improved Object Limits for better performance.

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    Ability to Remove AI from Encountersnew content

    Ability to remove AI from finished encounters and events.

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    Pickup Bobbing Controlquality of life

    Added ability to turn off bobbing on pickups to place them however you want.

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    Editor Improvementsquality of life

    Editor improvements to hide/show types of objects, lock rotation when moving objects, and disable snapping of objects to the floor.

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    Camera Rumble FX and Soundsnew content

    Added camera rumble FX and sounds.

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    New Single-Player Styled Objective HUDnew content
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    Camera Rumble FX and Soundsnew content

    Added camera rumble FX and sounds.

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    New Game Mode: Infernal Runnew content

    Teams fight to obtain the ball and score in the opponent’s goal.

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    New Player Modifiersnew content

    Added new player modifiers including ledge grab time, power-up time, barrel damage, equipment cool down, and plasma weapon mastery.

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    More Interactable and Customizable GUInew content

    Added more interactable and customizable GUI.

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    Improved Object Limitsquality of life
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    New Single-player Styled Objective HUDnew content

    Added new single-player styled Objective HUD.

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    DOOM Marine Armor Unlockable Perknew content

    Added the DOOM Marine Armor (Praetor Suit) as unlockable perk for achieving maximum multiplayer level cap.

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    General Single-Player Consistency Pass on HUDquality of life
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    New FX/Hazards Addednew content
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    New Game Mode: Infernal Runnew content

    Teams fight to obtain the ball and score in the opponent’s goal.

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    Updated Victory and Post-match Summary Screensquality of life

    Updated victory and post-match summary screens.

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    Added Animated Echo Eventsnew content
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    AI Management Improvementsquality of life

    Ability to remove AI from finished encounters and events, and unspawned AI from the AIC.

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    Bots Added for Multiplayernew content

    Bots are available on original multiplayer maps in Team Deathmatch and Deathmatch game modes.

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    New Player Camera Entitynew content

    Added new (first-person view) Player Camera Entity.

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    Increased Maximum Level Capbalance change

    The maximum level cap has been increased to Echelon 11, level 50.

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    Editor Improvementsquality of life

    Editor improvements to hide/show types of objects, lock rotation when moving objects, and disable snapping of objects to the floor.

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    More Interactable and Customizable GUInew content
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    Single-player Compass Addednew content

    Added single-player Compass.

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    Armor Customizations and Taunts Addednew content

    Added armor Customizations and Taunts.

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    Additional Single-player Interactablesnew content

    Added more single-player interactables.

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    Bots Added for Multiplayernew content

    Bots are available on original multiplayer maps in Team Deathmatch and Deathmatch game modes.

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    New Player Camera Entitynew content

    Added new (first-person view) Player Camera Entity.

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    Leaderboard Score Access in HUDnew content

    You can now access the Leaderboard Score in the HUD.

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    Save and Restore Player Statsquality of life

    Save and restore your health/armor/ammo/weapons/equipment/max weapon slots/inventory.

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    Encounter Completion Listenernew content

    Added % encounter complete listener to encounters.

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    Added Over 30 Lazarus Lab–Themed Modulesnew content
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    Animated Echo Events Addednew content

    Added animated Echo Events.

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    Increased Maximum Level Capbalance change

    The maximum level cap has been increased to Echelon 11, level 50.

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    New FX/Hazards Addednew content

    Added new FX/hazards.

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    Play as DOOM Marine in Praetor Suit Armornew content

    You can now play as the DOOM Marine in Praetor Suit Armor.

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    Shotgun Damage Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Resolved an issue where rapid controller input caused unusually high shotgun damage.

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    Persistent Integer Variables in Campaignnew content

    Persistent Integer variables that can be passed between missions within a campaign.

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    Additional Single-Player Interactablesnew content
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    Play as DOOM Marine in Praetor Suit Armornew content

    You can now play as the DOOM Marine in Praetor Suit Armor.

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    Persistent Integer Variables in Campaignquality of life

    Persistent Integer variables that can be passed between missions within a campaign.

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    Updated Victory and Post-Match Summary Screensnew content
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    Shotgun Damage Issue Resolvedbug fix

    Resolved an issue where rapid controller input caused unusually high shotgun damage.

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    Added Lazarus Lab-themed Modules and Propsnew content

    Over 30 Lazarus Lab-themed modules and props added.

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    Encounter Complete Listener Addednew content

    Added % encounter complete listener to encounters.

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    General Single-player HUD Consistency Passquality of life

    General single-player consistency pass on HUD.

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    New Player Modifiersnew content

    Added new player modifiers including ledge grab time, power-up time, barrel damage, equipment cool down, and plasma weapon mastery.

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    Save and Restore Health/Armor/Ammonew content

    Save and restore your health/armor/ammo/weapons/equipment/max weapon slots/inventory.

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    Added Armor Customizations and Tauntsnew content
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    More POI Optionsnew content

    Added more POI options including show distance and show on compass.

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    DOOM Marine Armor Unlockable Perknew content

    Added the DOOM Marine Armor (Praetor Suit) as unlockable perk for achieving maximum multiplayer level cap.

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  3. 12 events
    New Reaper Weapon Addednew contentMilestone

    A new weapon that fires rapid bursts of Hell energy and a charged shot.

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    New Reaper Weapon Introducednew contentMilestone

    The Reaper weapon allows players to unleash tortured souls on opponents.

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    New Hack Modules Introducednew content

    New Hack Modules: Armor Regen, Refreshing Kills, and Savagery.

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    New Hack Modules Addednew content

    Includes Armor Regen, Refreshing Kills, and Savagery modules.

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    Three New Maps Introducednew contentMilestone

    New maps: Orbital, Argent Breach, and Molten added for multiplayer.

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    Threat Pulse Equipment Item Addednew content

    New equipment that highlights nearby enemies through walls.

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    Hell Followed DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The second DLC multiplayer content pack for DOOM is now available.

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    Threat Pulse Equipment Item Introducednew content

    A new equipment item that highlights nearby enemies through walls.

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    Three New Maps Addednew contentMilestone

    New maps: Orbital, Argent Breach, and Molten for multiplayer gameplay.

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    Hell Followed DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    The second DLC multiplayer content pack for DOOM is now available.

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    Cacodemon as New Playable Demonnew contentMilestone

    Players can now transform into the Cacodemon to attack enemies.

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    Cacodemon Player-Controlled Demonnew contentMilestone

    Players can now transform into the Cacodemon in multiplayer.

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  4. 32 events
    Editable Interactable GUI Addedui ux

    New options for customizing the GUI in the game.

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    Community Curation System Implementedquality of life

    Newly published maps can be reviewed and recommended by the community.

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    New Voting System in Multiplayer Playlistsui ux

    Players can now vote on modes and maps in multiplayer.

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    Region Selection in Multiplayergameplay

    Players can now matchmake based on region preferences.

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    Miscellaneous Fixes and Additionsbug fix

    Various fixes including armor and weapon customization skins.

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    Custom Environment Creation Toolsnew contentMilestone

    New tools for creating detailed custom environments.

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    New Multiplayer Modes: Possession and Bloodrushnew contentMilestone

    Added team-based and free-for-all multiplayer modes.

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    Additional Logic Tools for SnapMapnew contentMilestone

    New features for map creation including copy-paste logic and spawner categories.

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    Region Selection in Multiplayergameplay

    Players can now matchmake based on region preferences.

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    Additional DOOM Weapon Upgradesgameplay

    Mastery versions of HAR and Combat Shotgun added.

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    Arcade Mode Introducednew contentMilestone

    Compete for high scores in a new game mode with unlocked arsenal and scoring system.

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    Classic DOOM Modules and Props Addednew contentMilestone

    New interactable items, lifts, pickups, sounds, and music from classic DOOM.

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    SnapFeed Support Addednew content

    Users can subscribe to authors and maps for updates.

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    New DOOM Classic Campaign in SnapMapnew contentMilestone

    Introduced a new campaign mission featuring classic DOOM levels.

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    Overhauled Community HUBui ux

    Improved navigation for finding favorite content.

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    New Multiplayer Modes: Possession and Bloodrushnew contentMilestone

    Added team-based and free-for-all multiplayer modes.

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    New Berserk Power-Up Introducedgameplay

    Added a new power-up to enhance gameplay.

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    SnapFeed Support Addednew content

    Users can subscribe to authors, players, and maps for updates.

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    Additional DOOM Single Player Consistencygameplay

    Various enhancements for single player consistency including weapon upgrades.

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    Additional Logic Tools for SnapMapgameplayMilestone

    New logic tools for map creation including copy-paste functionality.

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    Custom Environment Creation Toolsnew contentMilestone

    New tools for creating custom environments in SnapMap.

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    Entitlements Shared at Lobby Levelbalance change

    Players no longer need to send invites for DLC content in multiplayer.

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    Community Curation System Implementedquality of life

    Newly published maps can be reviewed and recommended by the community.

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    General Matchmaking Improvementsgameplay

    Improvements made to multiplayer matchmaking.

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    Miscellaneous Fixes and Additionsbug fix

    Various fixes including armor and weapon customization skins.

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    Entitlements Shared at Lobby Levelbalance change

    Entitlements are now shared at the lobby level instead of by invite.

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    New Voting System in Multiplayerui ux

    Added a voting system for multiplayer modes and maps.

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    Classic DOOM Modules and Props Addednew contentMilestone

    New modules, props, interactable items, and sounds from classic DOOM.

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    Overhauled Community HUBui ux

    Improved navigation for finding favorite content.

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    New DOOM Classic Campaign in SnapMapnew contentMilestone

    Added classic DOOM levels to SnapMap.

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    Arcade Mode Introducednew contentMilestone

    Compete for high scores in a new game mode with unlocked arsenal and scoring system.

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    General Matchmaking Improvementsquality of life

    Enhanced matchmaking experience in multiplayer.

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  5. 2 events
    Release of the Official DOOM Soundtrackaudio

    The DOOM Original Soundtrack includes rearranged tracks, a new track from Chris Hite, and a remixed track from Chad Mossholder.

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    Release of DOOM Original Soundtrackaudio

    The DOOM Original Soundtrack includes rearranged tracks, new compositions, and remixes, spanning 31 tracks and 128 minutes.

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  6. 61 events
    Weapon On Pick Up Logic Fixbug fix

    Weapon On Pick Up logic works when set to On Touched.

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    Improved SnapMap Stabilitybug fix

    Improved general stability in SnapMap.

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    Empty Containers Pickup Fixbug fix

    Empty Containers can now be picked up.

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    General Instability Issues Addressedbug fix

    Various instability issues addressed.

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    SnapMap General Stability Improvementbug fix

    Improved general stability in SnapMap.

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    Server Maintenance Announcementother

    Maintenance begins at 12pm ET on 9/22 for the update.

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    Weapon Switch Key Binding Fixbug fix

    Weapon switch now has proper key bindings.

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    Fixed Collectibles Menu Visibility Issuebug fix

    Fixed the Summoner and Pinky models not being visible under the Collectibles menu.

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    Character State Fix After Map Transitionbug fix

    Fixed an issue where dying at the map transition and restarting the map in next level would put your character in a broken state.

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    Locked Doors Message Display Fixbug fix

    Locked doors now properly display a 'Locked' message.

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    Empty Containers Pickup Fixbug fix

    Empty Containers can now be picked up.

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    Skull Keys Inventory Management Fixbug fix

    Skull keys can be added and removed from Inventory.

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    Collectibles Menu Model Visibility Fixbug fix

    Fixed the Summoner and Pinky models not being visible under the Collectibles menu.

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    Weapon Switch Key Bindings Fixbug fix

    Weapon switch now has proper key bindings.

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    Powercore Spawn Fixbug fix

    Powercore spawns properly when spawned at map start.

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    Player Blocking Volumes Fixbug fix

    Clients are now stopped by Player Blocking Volumes.

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    Undo/Redo Memory Drop Fixbug fix

    Undo/Redo no longer causes memory drops.

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    Powercore Spawns Fixbug fix

    Powercore spawns properly when spawned at map start.

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    Combat Shotgun Pop Rocket Mod Progress Fixbug fix

    Fixed cases of the Combat Shotgun Pop Rocket mod not tracking progress towards mastery.

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    Crash Fix with DOOM Classic Weapon Posebug fix

    Fixed a crash which occurred when reloading Security Switches checkpoint with DOOM Classic Weapon Pose enabled in the VEGA Central Processing.

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    Anonymous Players Count Fixbug fix

    Anonymous players now are counted correctly in the map play counts.

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    Deathmatch Mode Addednew contentMilestone

    Introduced Deathmatch mode for multiplayer gameplay.

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    SnapMap Browser Improvementsbug fix

    Browser sorting and empty browser are improved.

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    Character State Fix After Map Transitionbug fix

    Fixed an issue where dying at the map transition and restarting the map in next level would put your character in a broken state.

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    SnapMap Browser Improvementsbug fix

    Browser sorting and empty browser are improved.

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    Private Matches Featurenew contentMilestone

    Players can create their own private matches in multiplayer with customizable settings.

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    Private Matches Introducednew contentMilestone

    Added the ability to create Private Matches in multiplayer.

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    Anonymous Players Count Fixbug fix

    Anonymous players now are counted correctly in the map play counts.

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    Talisman Guards Animation Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixed an animation issue where the Talisman Guards' legs would not move.

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    Combat Shotgun Pop Rocket Mod Progress Fixbug fix

    Fixed cases of the Combat Shotgun Pop Rocket mod not tracking progress towards mastery.

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    Classic Weapon Pose Cut Scene Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where turning on the Classic Weapon Pose during a weapon examination cut scene would cause a broken state.

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    Remote Detonation Mastery Increment Fixbug fix

    Fixed Remote Detonation mastery not incrementing if the player first uses Stun Bomb on enemy targets.

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    Skull Keys Inventory Management Fixbug fix

    Skull keys can be added and removed from Inventory.

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    Lost Souls AI Path Points Fixbug fix

    Lost Souls work properly with AI Path points.

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    Classic Weapon Pose Cut Scene Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where turning on the Classic Weapon Pose during a weapon examination cut scene would cause a broken state.

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    Private Matches Featurenew contentMilestone

    Players can now create their own private matches in multiplayer with customizable settings.

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    New Deathmatch Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    New Deathmatch free-for-all multiplayer mode now available.

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    Undo/Redo Memory Drop Fixbug fix

    Undo/Redo no longer causes memory drops.

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    Mission Select Status Accuracy Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where Mission Select does not accurately reflect the in game status of Dead Man Stalking Challenge in Kadingir Sanctum.

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    General Instability Issues Addressedbug fix

    Various instability issues addressed.

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    Manage by AI Conductor Setting Addednew content

    Added 'Manage by AI Conductor' setting to property settings of additional AI.

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    Ammo Gain from Weapons Fixbug fix

    Ammo gained from picking up weapons works properly in all cases.

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    Manage by AI Conductor Setting Addednew content

    Added 'Manage by AI Conductor' setting to property settings of additional AI.

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    Weapon On Pick Up Logic Fixbug fix

    Weapon On Pick Up logic works when set to On Touched.

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    Lost Souls AI Path Points Fixbug fix

    Lost Souls work properly with AI Path points.

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    Fixed Freezing Issue on Main Menubug fix

    Fixed an issue where exiting a Classic Map would cause the user to freeze on the Main Menu.

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    AI Path Points Sprint Functionality Fixbug fix

    AI Path Points now work properly when set to Sprint.

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    Mission Select Status Accuracy Fixbug fix

    Fixed an issue where Mission Select does not accurately reflect the in game status of Dead Man Stalking Challenge in Kadingir Sanctum.

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    Give Armor Functionality Fixbug fix

    Give Armor works properly in all conditions.

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    Give Armor Functionality Fixbug fix

    Give Armor works properly in all conditions.

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    Locked Doors Message Display Fixbug fix

    Locked doors now properly display a 'Locked' message.

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    New Deathmatch Multiplayer Modenew contentMilestone

    New Deathmatch free-for-all multiplayer mode now available.

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    Progression Block Fix in Titan's Realmbug fix

    Fixed a progression blocking issue when reloading checkpoint in Titan's Realm while picking up yellow skull in crusher room.

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    Progression Block Fix in Titan's Realmbug fix

    Fixed a progression blocking issue when reloading checkpoint in Titan's Realm while picking up yellow skull in crusher room.

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    Talisman Guards Animation Issue Fixbug fix

    Fixed an animation issue where the Talisman Guards' legs would not move.

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    Fixed Freezing Issue on Main Menubug fix

    Fixed an issue where exiting a Classic Map would cause the user to freeze on the Main Menu.

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    Player Blocking Volumes Fixbug fix

    Clients are now stopped by Player Blocking Volumes.

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    Ammo Gain from Weapons Fixbug fix

    Ammo gained from picking up weapons works properly in all cases.

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    Crash Fix with DOOM Classic Weapon Posebug fix

    Fixed a crash which occurred when reloading Security Switches checkpoint with DOOM Classic Weapon Pose enabled in the VEGA Central Processing.

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    AI Path Points Sprint Functionality Fixbug fix

    AI Path Points now work properly when set to Sprint.

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    Remote Detonation Mastery Increment Fixbug fix

    Fixed Remote Detonation mastery not incrementing if the player first uses Stun Bomb on enemy targets.

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  7. 10 events
    Heavy Assault Rifle Damage and Spread Adjustmentbalance change

    Increased damage, reduced spread increase when zoomed, and removed movement penalty when scoped.

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    Rocket Launcher Ammo and Damage Rebalancebalance change

    Reduced ammo count and splash/detonate damage values to emphasize control and skill.

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    Shotgun Switch Timing Adjustmentsbalance change

    Reduced switch timings to make dual shotguns a viable loadout for close-range engagements again.

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    Rocket Launcher Ammo and Damage Rebalancebalance change

    Reduced ammo count and adjusted splash and detonate damage values to emphasize control and skill.

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    Health Regen Adjustmentsbalance change

    Adjusted the amount of health received per tick for better player survivability.

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    Hellshot Fire Rate and Damage Increasebalance change

    Increased fire rate and body damage; boosted burn damage for weapon mod behavior.

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    Health Regen Adjustmentbalance change

    Adjusted health received per tick for better player survivability.

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    Shotgun Switch Timing Adjustmentbalance change

    Reduced switch timings to make dual shotguns viable for close-range engagements again.

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    Heavy Assault Rifle Damage and Movement Adjustmentsbalance change

    Increased damage, reduced spread increase when zoomed, and removed movement penalty when using the scope.

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    Hellshot Fire Rate and Damage Increasebalance change

    Increased fire rate and body damage, and boosted burn damage for the weapon mod behavior.

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  8. 20 events
    New Weapon: UAC EMG Pistolnew contentMilestone

    A new weapon introduced in the Unto the Evil DLC.

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    New Playable Demon: Harvesternew contentMilestone

    A new player-controlled demon added to the game.

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    PartyPlay System Introducedgameplay

    Allows players to access new maps if they party up with a friend who owns the DLC.

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    Unto the Evil DLC Now Availabledlc releaseMilestone

    DOOM’s first premium DLC, Unto the Evil, introduces new content and features.

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    New Hack Modulesnew content

    New hack modules introduced in the DLC.

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    New Weapon: UAC EMG Pistolnew content

    A new weapon, the UAC EMG Pistol, has been introduced.

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    New Customization Options for DOOM Marinenew content

    New ways to customize your DOOM Marine, including armor sets, patterns, colors, and taunts.

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    Three New Multiplayer Mapsnew contentMilestone

    New maps: Offering, Cataclysm, and Ritual added to multiplayer.

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    PartyPlay System IntroducedgameplayMilestone

    The PartyPlay system allows players to access new maps if they party up with a friend who owns the DLC.

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    New Hack Modulesnew content

    New hack modules have been added to the game.

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    Classic Deathmatch Coming Soonnew content

    Classic deathmatch mode announced to be coming soon.

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    Double XP Weekend Announcementseasonal event

    A double XP weekend to coincide with the launch of Unto the Evil.

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    New Equipment: Kinetic Minenew contentMilestone

    A new piece of equipment available in the DLC.

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    Unto the Evil DLC Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    DOOM's first premium DLC, Unto the Evil, is now available for purchase.

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    Three New Multiplayer Mapsnew contentMilestone

    Introducing Offering, Cataclysm, and Ritual for DOOM multiplayer.

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    New Equipment: Kinetic Minenew content

    A new equipment item, the Kinetic Mine, is now available.

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    New Playable Demon: Harvesternew contentMilestone

    A new player-controlled demon, Harvester, is now available.

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    Customization Options for DOOM Marinenew content

    New ways to customize your DOOM Marine, including additional armor sets, patterns, colors, and taunts.

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    Double XP Weekend Announcedgameplay

    A double XP weekend will coincide with the launch of Unto the Evil.

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    Classic Deathmatch Coming Soongameplay

    Classic deathmatch mode will be available soon.

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  9. 118 events
    Added On Health Percentage Reached output for playersnew content
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    Added Switch object for triggering outputsnew content
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    Fixed first person hands customization issuesbug fix

    Fixed some cases where first person hands customization meshes weren't being shown correctly.

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    Altered AI Conductor behavior on entering a modulequality of life
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    Fixed first person hands customization issuesbug fix
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    Increased weapon availability with new weaponsnew content
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    Updated Player Loadout object for Demon Player race selectionquality of life
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    Improved host migration success rateperformance
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    Fixed duplicate selection boxes in Challenges screenbug fix
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    Added weapon-specific ammo to Pickups and AI drop tablesnew content
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    Fixed PS+ offer display issue on PS4bug fix

    PS+ offer being shown at an inappropriate time.

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    Improved handling of party peers in game lobbybug fix
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    Fixed presentation issue in Intro sequencebug fix

    Disabling weapon GUI being displayed early.

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    Gauss Cannon charged mod alt-fire damage fixbalance change

    Fixed an issue where the Gauss Cannon’s charged mod alt-fire did less damage than the base fire damage.

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    Added two new multiplayer game modesnew contentMilestone

    Sector – Capture and Hold, Exodus – Capture the Flag.

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    Fixed crash to desktop with NVIDIA driversbug fixMilestone
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    Added two new multiplayer game modes: Sector and Exodusnew content
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    Fixed party invite issues after host leavesbug fix
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    Improved Map Browser with additional sorting optionsnew content
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    Added Subscribe to maps feature in SnapMapnew content
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    Fixed level up rewards issuebug fix

    Level up rewards not being awarded properly.

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    Added weapon pickup propertyquality of life

    Weapons now have a property that allows players to pick up weapons when touched.

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    Added new Interactables in SnapMapnew content
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    Added AI properties for Staggernew content

    AI have two new properties to Set Stagger Percentage, and Enable/Disable Stagger.

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    Added new style properties to Light objectsnew content

    Create light FX such as blinking, strobe, rotating, and more.

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    Added customizable Weapon Wheelnew contentMilestone

    Allows the player to hold any number of weapons.

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    Added Custom Event object for triggering instancesnew content

    Triggers all instances of an event when any instance of it is signaled.

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    Fixed Network cost of Lightsbug fix

    May result in previous maps having a maxed network budget.

    Steam
    Fixed taunting animation issue in third-personbug fix
    Steam
    Added Skull Keys and Hell Barrelnew content
    Steam
    Fixed loading screen tooltip display issuesbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed network connectivity loss issuesbug fix
    Steam
    Added new Filters in SnapMapnew content
    Steam
    Added new Interactables in SnapMapnew content

    Includes the Gore Nest, Hell Tablet, and Tripod Panel.

    Steam
    Updated Speakers with new instrument soundsnew content
    Steam
    Fixed Spend input failure issuebug fix

    Resulted in a Spend Failure if it causes a Player/Team Resource to fall below zero.

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    Added Custom Event object for triggering eventsnew content
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    Added Find Open Match feature in SnapMapnew contentMilestone

    Public match browser displaying all available public lobbies.

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    Added Movement Speed settings in SnapMap editornew content
    Steam
    Fixed Combat Shotgun mods issuebug fix

    Prevented users from using Combat Shotgun mods when out of shells with 'Rich Get Richer' enabled.

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    Added 30 new Hell themed Modulesnew content
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    Added icons for Cloud/Local maps in Map Browsernew content
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    Updated Inventory entity for managing multiple weaponsquality of life
    Steam
    Improved host migration success rateperformance
    Steam
    Fixed taunting animation issuebug fix

    Taunting many times in a row could cause the player’s third-person animation to be stuck in one pose.

    Steam
    Fixed duplicate selection boxes in Challenges screenbug fix
    Steam
    Added Launch Pads with logic controlnew content

    Control distance, speed, direction, and destination.

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    Inhibited AI spawning in a module through logicquality of life
    Steam
    Added three new Filters in SnapMapnew content

    Includes Equipment, Weapon, and Cached Entity Filters.

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    Fixed party invite issues after host leavesbug fix
    Steam
    Removed multiplayer damage indicators from single playerbug fix
    Steam
    Added new unlockable images for customizing published mapsnew content
    Steam
    Added God Mode and Infinite Ammo for map authors in SnapMapnew content
    Steam
    Fixed Steam controller menu action assignment issuebug fix

    Prevented users from assigning menu-specific actions to the Steam controller.

    Steam
    Fixed level up rewards not being awarded properlybug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Player Demon hand jittering issuebug fix
    Steam
    Added Skull Keys and Hell Barrelnew content
    Steam
    Fixed network connectivity loss issuesbug fix

    Fixed issues with network connectivity loss resulting in being unable to join future matches when connectivity was restored.

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    Added Movement Speed settings in SnapMap editornew content
    Steam
    Added new Demonic and Origin Hell Voice Speakersnew content
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    Added God Mode and Infinite Ammo in SnapMap editornew content

    Testing settings for map authors.

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    Added new FX for Launch Padsnew content
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    Added new FX for Launch Padsnew content
    Steam
    Fixed performance decrease in Polar Core levelbug fix
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    Improved handling of party peers in game lobbyquality of life
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    Added new Hell Propsnew content

    Includes a giant demon skull, altars, cauldrons, and more.

    Steam
    Added Find Open Match feature in SnapMapnew content
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    Added icons for Cloud/Local maps in Map Browsernew content
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    Added The Unwilling AInew content
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    Added new unlockable images for customizing published mapsnew content

    11 new backgrounds, 10 new mode icons, 20 new miscellaneous images.

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    Fixed HUD player icon display issuesbug fix

    Clan Arena and Freeze Tag showing the incorrect amount of player icons on the HUD.

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    Set hazard damage to a Variablequality of life
    Steam
    Fixed Combat Shotgun mods usage issuebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed magnetism hack module issuebug fix

    Power-items would not return to their original position if the player died while in transition.

    Steam
    Fixed weapon and rune mastery progression issuebug fix

    Some users were not able to progress weapon and rune masteries after Update 1.

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    Fixed performance issue in Polar Core levelbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed magnetism hack module issuebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Argent Overload achievement unlock issuebug fix

    Players unable to unlock the Argent Overload achievement/trophy if they began their progress after Update 1.

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    Fixed loading screen tooltip display issuesbug fix
    Steam
    Gauss Cannon charged mod alt-fire damage fixedbalance change
    Steam
    Added Launch Pads with logic controlnew content
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    Added 30 new Hell themed Modulesnew contentMilestone

    Includes indoor and outdoor environments.

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    Fixed weapon and rune mastery progression issuebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Spend input failure issuebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed third-person weapon animation issuesbug fix

    Fixed several third-person weapon issues including animation shaking and customization not appearing.

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    Added large health bar as an Objectivequality of life
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    Changed Module Environments during a match with logicquality of life
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    Fixed Player Demon hand jittering issuebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Steam controller menu action assignment issuebug fix
    Steam
    Added Mancubus as selectable Player Demonnew content
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    Fixed Tinkering trophy unlock issue on PS4bug fix
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    Increased number of weapons availablenew contentMilestone

    Added the Pistol, the Chainsaw, and the Static Rifle.

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    Added Static property to Props and Player Blocking Volumesquality of life

    Will return their Network budget value but disable all inputs during a match.

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    Added customizable Weapon Wheelnew content
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    Updated Speakers with new instrument soundsnew content
    Steam
    Fixed presentation issue in Intro sequencebug fix
    Steam
    Added The Unwilling to available AInew content
    Steam
    Added Recently Played Maps list in SnapMapnew content
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    Fixed HUD player icon display issues in Clan Arena and Freeze Tagbug fix
    Steam
    Improved Map Browser in SnapMapquality of life

    Added additional sorting options.

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    Toggle visibility of friendly AI health bars and POIsquality of life
    Steam
    Fixed previously played map loading issuebug fix
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    Added ability to Subscribe to maps in SnapMapnew content

    Browse them from the new Subscribed Maps list.

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    Added Recently Played Maps list in SnapMapnew content
    Steam
    Added new Demonic and Origin Hell Voice Speakersnew content
    Steam
    Added Mancubus as selectable Player Demonnew content
    Steam
    Fixed crash issue with NVIDIA driversbug fix

    Users experienced a crash to desktop while using current NVIDIA drivers.

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    Added Switch object for triggering outputsnew content

    Triggers only one output based on a specified index.

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    Use Alternative AI Drop Table for Campaign dropsquality of life

    Simulates Campaign drops from demon kills.

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    Fixed Tinkering trophy unlock issue on PS4bug fix

    Players unable to unlock the Tinkering trophy if they began their progress after Update 1.

    Steam
    Fixed PS+ offer display issue on PS4bug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Network cost of Lights issuebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Argent Overload achievement unlock issuebug fix
    Steam
    Removed multiplayer damage indicators from single playerbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed previously played map loading issuebug fix

    The previously played map could be loaded into the playlist again.

    Steam
    Fixed third-person weapon animation issuesbug fix
    Steam
    Added construction props for customizing Hell environmentsnew content

    Includes stone blocks, rocks, columns, and arches.

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    Added new Hell Props for customizationnew content
    Steam
  10. 4 events
    Vulkan Support Added to DOOM Demoperformance

    The DOOM Demo now supports Vulkan, allowing players to choose between OpenGL and Vulkan when launching the game.

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    Switch Between OpenGL and Vulkan In-Gamequality of life

    Players can switch between OpenGL and Vulkan in-game via the Advanced Settings options menu, with the game restarting upon switching.

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    Switch Between OpenGL and Vulkan In-Gamequality of life

    Players can switch between OpenGL and Vulkan in-game via the Advanced Settings options menu, with the game restarting upon switching.

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    DOOM Demo Now Supports Vulkanperformance

    The DOOM Demo on Steam has been updated to support Vulkan, allowing players to choose between OpenGL and Vulkan.

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  11. 94 events
    Fixed Dev Mode Triggering Issue on PCbug fix

    Resolved issue with Dev Mode incorrectly triggering when retrieving save data.

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    Added Photo Modenew content

    New Photo Mode toggle in game settings, accessible through the pause menu.

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    Auto-Rollback for Corrupted Maps in SnapMapgameplay

    Feature added to rollback to previous version for corrupted maps.

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    Fixed issue requiring Internet access on Xbox Onebug fix
    Steam
    Fixed PS4 Crash When Reloading Checkpoint in Foundrybug fix
    Steam
    Various bug and stability fixesbug fix
    Steam
    Known Issues with Vulkan on NVIDIA GTX 690bug fix

    DOOM crashes as soon as the game starts when running Vulkan on the NVIDIA GTX 690.

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    Fixed player getting left behind if joining a friend during lobby countdownbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed PS4 Crash During Server Connection Issuesbug fix
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    Map Authors Can Manage AI Visibility in SnapMapgameplay

    Property added to allow map authors to choose AI visibility management.

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    Fixed AI Pathing Error with Props in SnapMapbug fix
    Steam
    Sky/Window Props Added to SnapMapnew content
    Steam
    Various Stability Fixes in SnapMapbug fix
    Steam
    Steam Controller Support Addedui ux

    Steam controller support has been included in this patch, adapting controls and button prompts automatically.

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    Improved Sorting Algorithms for Most Popular Map Searchesperformance
    Steam
    Fixed Steam Friends’ Ultra-Nightmare Helmets not populatingbug fix

    Single Player fix.

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    Crashes on Locking Computer with Vulkan on AMD GPUsbug fix

    The game may crash on some AMD GPUs when locking the computer while running Vulkan.

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    Added Original Author to SnapMap map info pagenew content
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    AI Pathing Issues in SnapMaps on Vulkanbug fix

    Some AI pathing issues may exhibit on SnapMaps while running the Vulkan API.

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    Customization UI Implementedui ux

    New UI to show all possible unlocks in customization.

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    Known Issues with Vulkan on NVIDIA GTX 690bug fix

    DOOM crashes as soon as the game starts when running Vulkan on the NVIDIA GTX 690.

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    Known Issues with Vulkan on NVIDIA GPUs with 2GB VRAMbug fix

    DOOM crashes or exhibits severe graphical corruption on NVIDIA GPUs with 2GB VRAM when running Vulkan on Windows 7.

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    Framerate Issues on AMD R9 Fury X and R9 390Xbug fix

    Windows 10 users may experience framerates below 60 FPS with Vertical Sync enabled on AMD R9 Fury X and R9 390X at 1080p or higher.

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    Fixed error with multiple maps sharing the same Map ID in SnapMapbug fix
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    Implemented customization UI for unlocksui ux
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    Added auto-rollback for corrupted maps in SnapMapgameplay
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    Vulkan Support Now LiveperformanceMilestone

    Vulkan support is now live for DOOM on PC, allowing for significant performance boosts on supported GPUs and CPUs.

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    Fixed freeze when opening weapon wheel at more than 142 FPSbug fix

    PC fix.

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    Classic DOOM Weapon Placement/View Model Option Addednew content

    Added option for Classic DOOM weapon placement/view model in all modes.

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    Fixed Asian language font issues in SnapMapbug fix
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    Fixed PS4 Crash When Lobby Loads into Matchbug fix
    Steam
    Updated weapon balancebalance change

    Live as of June 10, 2016.

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    Various Cosmetic and Gameplay Fixesbug fix
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    Added property for auto-managing hand-placed AI in SnapMapgameplay
    Steam
    Fixed PS4 crash when client suspends game during lobby loadbug fix
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    Graphical Corruption on NVIDIA GTX 970bug fix

    Strange black checkering or primarily black screens may appear after changing resolution or display mode settings on NVIDIA GTX 970.

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    Framerate Issues on AMD R9 Fury X and R9 390Xbug fix

    Windows 10 users may experience framerates below 60 FPS with Vertical Sync enabled on AMD R9 Fury X and R9 390X at 1080p or higher.

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    Vulkan Support Now LiveperformanceMilestone

    Vulkan support is now live for DOOM on PC, allowing for significant performance boosts on supported GPUs and CPUs.

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    Matchmaking improvementsnetwork
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    Various map error fixes in SnapMapbug fix
    Steam
    Fixed Asian Language Font Issues in SnapMapbug fix
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    Original Author Added to SnapMap Info Pagenew content
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    Cross Style Option Added to MP Settingsui ux
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    Fixed Player Being Left Behind When Joining Friendbug fix
    Steam
    Crashes on Some AMD GPUs When Locking Computerbug fix

    The game may crash on some AMD GPUs when locking the computer while running Vulkan.

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    Clan Arena and Freeze Tag match win condition changegameplay

    Winning team must complete 5 rounds to win the match.

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    Steam Controller Automap Rotation Issuebug fix

    Known issue with the Steam Controller where users cannot rotate the automap with the right trackpad.

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    Fixed Trophy Unlock Issue for Collecting Doomguys on PS4bug fix

    Resolved issue with 'Every Nook and Cranny' Trophy not unlocking.

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    Added Sky/Window props in SnapMapnew content
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    Added AFK timeout in SnapMap Lobbygameplay
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    Added Cross Style option for MP settingsui ux
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    Added Enable/Disable option to Shootable Trigger in SnapMapnew content
    Steam
    Fixed PS4 crash during server connection issuesbug fix
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    Added Classic DOOM weapon placement/view model optionnew content

    Available in all modes.

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    Fixed Longer Matchmaking Times for Larger Lobbiesbug fix
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    Fixed Quit to Desktop Issue in Dev Modebug fix

    Fixed crash when clicking campaign after initiating Dev Mode on PC.

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    Graphical Corruption on NVIDIA GTX 970bug fix

    Strange black checkering or primarily black screens appear after changing resolution or display mode settings on NVIDIA GTX 970.

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    Various Logic Fixes in SnapMapbug fix
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    Fixed Error with Multiple Maps Sharing Same Map ID in SnapMapbug fix
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    Improved sorting algorithms for Most Popular map searchesperformance
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    Photo Mode Introducednew content

    New Photo Mode toggle added in game settings, accessible through the pause menu.

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    Longer Launch Times for SnapMap on Vulkanbug fix

    Launching SnapMap may take longer on the Vulkan API compared to OpenGL.

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    Fixed PS4 crash when reloading checkpoint in Foundrybug fix
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    Various cosmetic and gameplay fixesbug fix
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    Steam Controller Support Addedui ux

    Steam controller support has been included in this patch, automatically detecting the controller and adapting controls.

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    Weapon Balance Updatedbalance change

    Updated weapon balance changes effective as of June 10, 2016.

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    Performance Issues in SnapMap Editorbug fix

    Performance may suddenly decrease when entering Object Mode in the SnapMap editor while running the Vulkan API.

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    Various logic fixes in SnapMapbug fix
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    Steam Controller Map Rotation Issuebug fix

    Known issue with the Steam Controller where users cannot rotate the automap with the right trackpad.

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    Vulkan Crashes on NVIDIA GPUs with 2GB VRAMbug fix

    DOOM crashes or exhibits severe graphical corruption on NVIDIA GPUs with 2GB VRAM when running Vulkan on Windows 7.

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    Fixed quit to desktop when clicking campaign after initiating Dev Modebug fix

    PC fix.

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    Various stability fixes in SnapMapbug fix
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    Fixed Dev Mode incorrectly triggering on save data retrieval from Steam Cloudbug fix

    PC-only fix.

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    Various Map Error Fixes in SnapMapbug fix
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    AFK Timeout Added in SnapMap Lobbygameplay
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    Performance Issues in SnapMap Editor with Vulkanbug fix

    Performance may suddenly decrease when entering Object Mode in the SnapMap editor while running Vulkan.

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    Longer Launch Times for SnapMap on Vulkanbug fix

    Launching SnapMap may take longer on the Vulkan API compared to OpenGL.

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    Fixed Internet Access Requirement Issue on Xbox Onebug fix
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    Fixed occurrences of 'Every Nook and Cranny' Trophy not unlockingbug fix

    PS4 fix.

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    Matchmaking Improvements Implementedquality of life
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    Fixed Steam Friends’ Ultra-Nightmare Helmets Issuebug fix

    Fixed issue with Ultra-Nightmare Helmets not populating the map.

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    Crashes When Taking Screenshots with Steam Overlay on AMD GPUsbug fix

    DOOM crashes when taking a screenshot using the Steam overlay while running Vulkan on AMD GPUs.

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    Fixed longer matchmaking times for larger lobbiesbug fix
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    Clan Arena and Freeze Tag Match Win Condition Changedgameplay

    Winning team now requires 5 rounds to win the match.

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    Fixed IDKFA Trophy/Achievement Unlock Issuebug fix

    Resolved issue with the IDKFA Trophy/Achievement not unlocking properly.

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    Fixed AI pathing error with certain props in SnapMapbug fix
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    General Bug and Stability Fixesbug fix
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    Crashes When Taking Screenshots with Steam Overlay on AMD GPUsbug fix

    DOOM crashes when taking a screenshot using the Steam overlay on AMD GPUs while running Vulkan.

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    AI Pathing Issues on SnapMaps with Vulkanbug fix

    Some AI pathing issues may exhibit on SnapMaps while running the Vulkan API.

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    Shootable Trigger Enable/Disable Addednew content
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    Fixed Freeze When Opening Weapon Wheel at High FPSbug fix

    Resolved freeze issue when opening weapon wheel at more than 142 FPS on PC.

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    Fixed 'IDKFA' Trophy/Achievement not unlockingbug fix

    Fix for all versions.

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    Fixed Restrictive NAT Types for Dedicated Server Hostsbug fix
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    Fixed restrictive NAT types chosen as dedicated server lobby hostbug fix
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