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DOOM: The Dark Ages

id Software's DOOM: The Dark Ages is the latest entry in the decorated first-person shooter franchise and the follow-up to DOOM Eternal. The story will cover the Doom Slayer's origin.

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DOOM: The Dark Ages
Systems
10/10
Released
May 15, 2025
ESRB
m
Developer(s)
id Software
Publisher(s)
Bethesda Softworks
Engine
id Tech
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
Franchise
DOOM
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DOOM: The Dark Ages Doom Slayer with different skins
DOOM: The Dark Ages - How To Get Every Doom Slayer Skin

There are multiple cosmetic skins you can get for the Doom Slayer in Doom: The Dark Ages, with each celebrating the completion of a different goal.

DOOM The Dark Ages Slayer next to his dragon and a multiplayer character.
After Playing DOOM: The Dark Ages, I'm Convinced Removing One Series Staple Was The Right Decision

The Dark Ages is another exciting addition to the DOOM franchise, but the removal of one long-held tradition had a mixed reception from its fanbase.

DOOM: The Dark Ages Slayer next to a gold chest and Wraithcrystal
Every Currency In DOOM: The Dark Ages And How To Earn Them

DOOM: The Dark Ages has several significant differences from its predecessors, the first of which adds a plethora of new currencies for you to find.

The Doom Slayer climbing a mountain in DOOM: The Dark Ages.
DOOM: The Dark Ages' Physical Game Controversy, Explained

DOOM: The Dark Ages is the newest Hell-slaying title in the series, and while many love it, some are boycotting the game due to its physical release.

DOOM The Dark Ages Doom Slayer
DOOM: The Dark Ages Player Count Stumbles At Launch

DOOM: The Dark Ages has released to positive critical reviews, but its Steam player count is the lowest of any of the modern DOOM games.

DOOM The Dark Ages and Doom eternal keyart
Where DOOM: The Dark Ages Takes Place In The DOOM Timeline

If you're wondering where DOOM: The Dark Ages takes place in the larger DOOM universe, it's set before DOOM (2016) & Eternal but after the originals.

Collage image of key art from DOOM Eternal and The Dark Ages
DOOM: The Dark Ages Fixes Eternal's Melee Problem & I Couldn't Be Happier

DOOM Eternal's melee attacks were one of the game's less exciting features; luckily, DOOM: The Dark Ages' new mechanics have completely changed that.

The Doom Slayer next to the weapon upgrade page from Doom the Dark Ages
What Weapons Should You Upgrade First In DOOM: The Dark Ages

The further you progress in DOOM: The Dark Ages, the more weapons you can upgrade. However, you'll want to know how to spend your resources early on.

DOOM The Dark Ages doom slayer with a book with weapons
Every Weapon in DOOM: The Dark Ages, Ranked

There are 11 unique weapons in DOOM: The Dark Ages. While all of them are fun to use, some are more effective at killing demons than others are.

The Doom Slayer in front of images of shield runes being used in Doom the Dark Ages
Which Shield Rune Is Best In DOOM: The Dark Ages

Parrying is essential in DOOM: The Dark Ages, so choosing the right rune to augment them with can make a big difference later on in the game.

DOOM The Dark Ages doom slayer with Hebeth
DOOM: The Dark Ages - How To Find Every Secret In Hebeth

DOOM: The Dark Ages' second level, Hebeth, has nine secret areas containing a mixture of upgrade material, collectibles, and valuable resources.

Key art from Doom The Dark Ages over the level image for Village of Khalim
DOOM: The Dark Ages - How To Find Every Secret In Village Of Khalim

DOOM: The Dark Ages' first level, Village of Khalim, has seven secret areas containing a mixture of collectibles, and valuable in-game resources.

Key art for the  Upgrade for Doom: The Dark Ages.
Is DOOM: The Dark Ages On Xbox Game Day-One?

With DOOM: The Dark Ages coming soon, will it also be arriving on Xbox Game or PC Game , for that matter? All will be revealed.

Doom The Dark Ages Slayer in front of a world map
What Time DOOM: The Dark Ages Unlocks In Your Region

DOOM: The Dark Ages is shaking up the formula of its recent entries, with a release that's arriving sooner than you might realize.

DOOM The Dark Ages character fighting
DOOM: The Dark Ages Hits Impressive Metacritic Score, But Doesn't Beat Eternal

Reviews for DOOM: The Dark Ages have been released, and while the game does have an impressive 84 score on Metacritic, it doesn't beat Eternal.

Doom: The Dark Ages key art featuring the slayer killing demons
DOOM: The Dark Ages PC Review

DOOM: The Dark Ages blends elements of classic and new DOOM games to create something fresh and undoubtedly worth playing for yourself.

The Doom Slayer as he appears in DOOM: The Dark Ages
Xbox Game Additions For May 2025 Include DOOM: The Dark Ages & 2 Other Day-One Releases

2025 has been off to a blistering start regarding day-one Xbox Game releases, and DOOM: The Dark Ages is ed by two others in May.

DOOM Guy from DOOM The Dark Ages next to a player character from Dune: Awakening and a character from Elden Ring Nightreign.
Every May 2025 Video Game Release Date (All Games Out This Month)

From Elden Ring: Nightreign and Dune: Awakening to the much-anticipated DOOM: The Dark Ages, there are a lot of amazing games coming out in May 2025.

DOOM Guy from DOOM: The Dark Ages with characters from Modern Warfare 2 and Dredge on either side.
Every Game Coming To Xbox Game (& Every Game Leaving) In May 2025

Xbox Game is getting a number of incredible titles in May 2025, including a brand-new first-party Xbox release that fans are excited for.

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Doom: The Dark Ages' Latest Reveal Could Set Up The Perfect Crossover

The Dark Ages had a surprising host for its latest trailer, which could hint at more collaboration content that pairs well with DOOM's spirit.

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