The dark age approaches: DOOM: The Dark Ages arrives on PC and consoles May 15th

During today’s Xbox Developer_Direct, Bethesda Softworks and id Software announced that DOOM™: The Dark Ages will launch on May 15 for Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Developed by id Software and powered by the latest idTech engine, DOOM: The Dark Ages is a prequel to the critically acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal and tells an epic cinematic story of the DOOM Slayer’s rage.

As the super weapon of gods and kings, players will step into the blood-stained boots of the DOOM Slayer, exploring never-before-seen realms, unlocking powerful weapons of mass destruction and conquering some of the largest demons ever seen in a DOOM game.

From the QA with director Hugo Martin, DOOM: The Dark Ages will take a different path than Eternal, making combat more close quarter, and reminiscent of older, traditional DOOM games. There will be a focus on close combat weapons, projectile firing and dodging, open levels allowing for more treasure and resource hunting, and providing even more enemies on screen than ever before. DOOM: The Dark Ages puts players more in the position of a heavy, powerful tank, that rips and tears in the most brutal way, providing more grounded, gripping combat that's on a knife's edge. DOOM: The Dark Ages is shaping up to be a monumental game of 2025, and we can't wait to see more. You can see the gameplay deep dive below.




DOOM: The Dark Ages is now available for pre-order worldwide. Those who purchase the Premium Edition or Collector’s Bundle will receive up to two-day early access, campaign DLC, Digital Artbook and Soundtrack, and the Divinity Skin Pack. The DOOM: The Dark Ages Collector’s Bundle includes:

12” DOOM Slayer Statue (PVC)

Metal Red Key Card Replica

SteelBook® Case

Game Disc + All Premium Edition Content