Legendary game designer John Romero celebrates the 30th anniversary of the iconic shooter, Doom, by releasing a sequel to his 2019 Doom add-on, Sigil. Titled Sigil 2, this new set of levels follows the spirit of the original Doom and is a direct follow-up to the first Sigil installment, which delivered nine single-player and nine deathmatch levels. This latest offering pays homage to the game that has significantly shaped the first-person shooter genre. Fans eager to dive into this nostalgic journey can download Sigil 2 for free, but it requires having the original Doom to play. Accompanying this release, there's a video discussion featuring Romero, alongside John Carmack and David L. Craddock, deep-diving into Doom's legacy.
Do you need the original Doom to play Sigil 2?Yes, you must have the original Doom to play Sigil 2.
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Happy 30th, Doom Romero's drop of Sigil 2 is like a love letter to the die-hards, keeping it old school by requiring the original game. It's a cool move that bridges decades, celebrating the game's legacy while giving us a fresh hell to raise.
Aw, man, Romero is dropping Sigil 2 on us—talk about a blast from the past with a fresh twist It's like a love letter to OG Doom fans; gotta dust off the classic Doom to get in on this action.
John Romero's latest nostalgic dive, Sigil 2, feels like a love letter to Doom veterans and retro gaming aficionados, continuing to prove that sometimes the best possible DLC is the one crafted with passion by the creators themselves, decades later. It's a testament to the game's enduring impact that it's not just celebrated but expanded upon after 30 years, blending old-school challenge with modern design finesse.