Limited Run Games is once again making waves in the retro gaming world with the announcement of a fully enhanced, physical re-release of DOOM for the Super Nintendo. This new version will be available in both Standard and Collector’s Editions, with pre-orders opening on July 11, 2025, and running until August 10, 2025. Fans of the franchise will be able to relive the legendary FPS experience on original hardware—now improved for its 30th anniversary.
🔥 What’s New in the 2025 SNES Version of DOOM?
- All original episodes, including Thy Flesh Consumed
- 5 never-before-seen levels – E1M6, E2M2, E2M5, E2M7, and E3M5
- Major performance upgrades, including new graphics, circle-strafing support, respawning enemies in Nightmare Mode, translucent Spectres, and CRT video effects
- First-ever SNES Rumble Support: The game is compatible with a custom rumble controller designed specifically for this release
- Music player and level select menu for added control and replayability
🎮 A Return by Randy Linden
The original developer of the legendary 1995 “impossible port” of DOOM to SNES, Randy Linden, is behind this upgraded version. Known for making the game run on Nintendo’s aging hardware with the help of the Super FX chip and his own Reality Engine, Linden has returned to bring the SNES DOOM experience up to modern standards—while maintaining full support for original consoles.
🛒 Editions & Pricing
| Edition | Includes | Price (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | Gunmetal cartridge, retro box, full-color manual, 12″×16″ poster | $99.99 | Open pre-orders |
| Collector’s Edition | Blood-splatter cart, foil box, “666” certificate, all Standard items | $174.99 | Limited to 666 units only |
| SNES Rumble Controller | First-ever SNES controller with rumble support | $34.99 | Sold separately |
⏳ Pre-orders close on August 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET, and deliveries are expected in February 2026 via LimitedRunGames.
⚡ Why This Release Is a Must-Have
- Expanded content: For the first time, SNES DOOM features Episode 4 and bonus levels never included in the original cartridge release.
- Better performance: Thanks to a custom motherboard and modernized Super FX enhancements, gameplay is smoother and closer to the PC version.
- New immersive features: Level selection, improved HUD, background music controls, and rumble support give it a modern feel.
- Collector’s value: The Collector’s Edition is individually numbered and capped at 666 units—making it a rare gem for hardcore fans.
🎯 How to Get Your Copy
- Mark your calendar: Pre-orders open July 11, 2025.
- Choose your version: Standard or Collector’s—Collector’s is limited and will sell out fast.
- Add the rumble controller if you want the full next-gen retro experience.
- Checkout before August 10 to secure your copy for delivery in early 2026.
🎮 Community Reactions
On Reddit and gaming forums, fans are calling this “a dream come true for DOOM collectors.”
“Collector’s edition is limited to 666 copies, but the standard edition is open preorder like normal.” – Reddit user
At Doomworld, users were equally impressed:
“A new re-release of SNES DOOM is coming! With missing levels, Episode 4, and performance boosts—this is the ultimate version.”
Gaming outlets like GameSpot and VGC emphasized the surprising upgrades—rumble support, 14 new maps, smoother frame rates, and improved controls. Even the controller is being hailed as a nostalgic innovation.
💬 Final Thoughts
Limited Run’s DOOM SNES 2025 Edition isn’t just a nostalgia play—it’s a tribute to technical wizardry, preservation, and passionate fandom. Whether you’re an original DOOM fan or a new retro collector, this version brings something special: a revitalized experience of one of gaming’s most influential titles, made even better with modern enhancements while staying faithful to the source.
With only 666 Collector’s Editions and a rumble controller that’s never existed before, this release is poised to be one of the most iconic in Limited Run’s history. Don’t miss the chance to literally hold DOOM’s legacy in your hands—enhanced, updated, and rumbling in true ’90s style.
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