DOOM Eternal's Rage Burns Brighter: DOOM: The Dark Ages Announced for Xbox, PlayStation 5, and PC!

Highlight: DOOM: The Dark Ages is a new installment in the DOOM series, announced for release in 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. It will also be available on Xbox Game Pass at launch. The game is a prequel to DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal, and it features a medieval setting with the DOOM Slayer donning animal fur and spikes on his shoulder-blade armor. The game includes new weapons, such as an automatic shotgun with a skull at its core, and the ability to ride a dragon. The trailer showcases a dark and sinister medieval world with colossal monsters and a variety of new weapons and abilities.

Get ready to rip and tear through a new era of demon slaying! At the recent Xbox Games Showcase 2024, id Software unleashed a brutal surprise: DOOM: The Dark Ages, a brand new entry in the iconic franchise, taking us back to the series' untamed roots. Scheduled for a 2025 release on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, DOOM: The Dark Ages promises a rip-roaring single-player FPS experience unlike any other in the series.

This isn't just another demon slaughterfest (though there will certainly be plenty of that). DOOM: The Dark Ages serves as a prequel to the critically-acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal (2020), delving deep into the lore to explore the origin story of the DOOM Slayer himself. Prepare to witness the birth of a legend as you step into the greaves of the Slayer during the brutal Dark Ages, a time where humanity faced its first demonic incursion.

A Medieval Hell on Earth

Imagine a world shrouded in constant fear. A time where flickering torches barely pierce the oppressive darkness, and monstrous howls echo through mist-laden valleys. This is the world of DOOM: The Dark Ages. The game throws you into a kingdom under siege by demonic forces. Humanity, wielding primitive weaponry and clad in iron, desperately fights back against the horrors unleashed from Hell.

Embrace the Slayer's Fury

Here's where things get truly exciting. You take control of the DOOM Slayer in his earliest incarnation, a legendary warrior already fueled by an unstoppable rage. While the iconic Praetor suit and arsenal of modern DOOM games might be absent, expect the core gameplay to remain brutally satisfying.

We can expect a focus on brutal melee combat and a more grounded, yet no less powerful, weapon set. Imagine wielding a massive battleaxe to cleave through demon hordes, or using a flaming flail to send them screaming back to the underworld. The developers at id Software have hinted at a deeper exploration of the Slayer's rage and its connection to his power, potentially introducing unique gameplay mechanics tied to this primal fury.

A Feast for the Eyes and Ears

DOOM: The Dark Ages is built on the latest iteration of id Tech, promising stunning visuals that blend the series' signature frenetic action with the grimy atmosphere of the Dark Ages. Expect to see sprawling medieval landscapes bathed in the flickering glow of fire and brimstone, juxtaposed with the horrific visages of demonic invaders. The signature heavy metal soundtrack that fuels the DOOM experience will surely return, reimagined for this new historical setting.

DOOM: The Dark Ages – Key Points to Remember

• First-person shooter prequel to DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal
• Developed by id Software, published by Bethesda Softworks
• Scheduled for release in 2025 on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC
• Single-player campaign set during the Dark Ages
• Focus on the origin story of the DOOM Slayer
• Brutal melee combat and a unique weapon set
• Powered by the latest idTech engine for stunning visuals
• Reimagined heavy metal soundtrack

Mark Your Calendars, Slayers!

DOOM: The Dark Ages promises to be a thrilling addition to the DOOM franchise. Witnessing the birth of the DOOM Slayer's legend in a new historical setting packed with brutal action and stunning visuals is an experience no DOOM fan should miss. Be sure to wishlist DOOM: The Dark Ages on your preferred platform and stay tuned for further updates from id Software in the coming months. Until then, keep your rage in check, Slayer. Hell awaits!