Many fans were upset when the last Doom Eternal update went live because the menu music had been changed, which has now been restored in a new update.
Doom Eternal, second only to Doom 2016, is one of the most high-octane, action-packed first-person shooters of this generation. It’s no surprise that id Software’s hellscape continues to win fans, both old and new. However, a recent update to the game appears to have subtly reinstated something that had been removed in a previous patch.
The main menu music has been changed in the latest Doom Eternal update, according to PC Gamer. Mick Gordon’s original track for the menu had been replaced with some new music in the Ancient Gods Part Two DLC update, which fans noticed. While the new song was well-received by fans, many wondered what had happened to Gordon’s. Concerns appear to have been alleviated with this latest update, as id Software has reintroduced the original without fanfare. The game’s developer, Bethesda, has yet to explain why the tracks were switched in the first place.
On March 18th, Doom’s Ancient Gods Part Two was released, with an official trailer showcasing the new campaign, in which the Doom Slayer, also known as Doom Guy, battles his evil doppelgänger, the Dark Lord. Gordon’s music was altered as a result of this update, and while there are no guarantees as to why this happened, there have been some concerns about tensions between the composer and the studio.
While Gordon has worked with Bethesda for several years, a report last year claimed that he is unlikely to work with the company on any future projects. Though fans speculate that it could be related to the Doom Eternal soundtrack, which Gordon contributed to but was criticized for having low-quality mixing, it was not made clear why he was severing ties with the publisher and id Software. According to rumors, Bethesda may not have given Gordon enough time to properly mix it, which could be the source of the feud.
Whatever the case may be, the game’s main menu music has now been restored. Doom Eternal is known for its fearsome soundtrack, which demonstrates Mick Gordon’s abilities as a composer capable of creating the right music for this high-octane game. It’s a shame he won’t be working on any future id/Bethesda games, but at least he’s back on track with this latest update.
