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Doom: The Dark Ages Early Access Begins for Premium Edition Players

The medieval prequel to Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal launches globally on May 15, with early access now live and spoiler leaks fueling community discussion.

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Overview

  • Doom: The Dark Ages is now available for early access to Premium Edition owners, ahead of its May 15 global release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X with day-one Xbox Game Pass access.
  • The game reimagines Doom's combat with a medieval setting, emphasizing shield-driven mechanics, streamlined controls, and a cinematic narrative exploring the Slayer's origins.
  • Average review scores of 85–86 on Metacritic and OpenCritic highlight positive reception, with praise for its combat innovations and single-player focus.
  • A Reddit leak on May 10 revealed spoiler-heavy details, including story elements, weapons, and UI, prompting players to navigate spoiler warnings while increasing interest in the game.
  • The campaign features 22 missions with an estimated runtime of 17–20 hours, offering extensive opportunities for exploration, upgrades, and collectibles.