Doom: The Dark Ages is the latest installment in the iconic Doom franchise, announced during the Summer Games Fest 2024. This prequel to the 2016 Doom reboot takes the series to medieval times, offering a fresh setting and new gameplay mechanics.
Here’s everything we know about Doom: The Dark Ages so far.
Doom: The Dark Ages – At A Glance
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | Late 2025 |
| Platforms | PC (Steam), Xbox Series X |
| Xbox Game Pass | Included from day one |
| Trailer | Available on YouTube and game websites |
| Price | Not officially announced |
| Wishlist | Available on Steam, PSN, and Xbox Store |
| Story | The Doom Slayer battles demonic hordes in medieval times |
| Gameplay | Features new chain shield and various weapons |
| Developer | id Software |
| Series | Third entry in the modern Doom series |
| Genre | First-person shooter |
Release Date
The game is expected to release in late 2025 on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one.
Trailer
The latest trailer showcases the game’s dark medieval setting, with the Doom Slayer battling demonic hordes in intense combat. The trailer also reveals a giant mech called Atlan, which the Slayer can use to fight titanic beasts and retake the skies.
Gameplay
The game features a variety of weapons, including the Super Shotgun and a new chain shield. The shield can be used in creative ways, such as being flung like a boomerang or creating a shockwave by slamming it into the ground.
Platforms
Doom: The Dark Ages will be available on PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. It will also be included in Xbox Game Pass from day one.
Price
The price of Doom: The Dark Ages has not been officially announced. It can currently be wishlisted on Steam, PSN, and the Xbox Store.
Story
The game’s story revolves around the Doom Slayer as a weapon of the gods, tasked with smiting the forces of hell. The trailer hints at a cinematic tale of gods, kings, and monsters.
Development
Doom: The Dark Ages is being developed by id Software, the same team behind the 2016 Doom reboot and Doom Eternal. The game is expected to be the third entry in the modern Doom series.
Doom: The Dark Ages promises to deliver intense action and a fresh setting for the Doom franchise. With its expected release in late 2025, fans of the series have a lot to look forward to.
