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Doom: The Dark Ages Early Access Begins Tonight for Premium Edition Owners

The medieval prequel to Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal launches globally on May 15, with preload available and day-one Xbox Game Pass support for select tiers.

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Overview

  • Early access for Doom: The Dark Ages Premium Edition begins May 12 at 8 PM EDT, with the global release set for May 15 at midnight UTC.
  • The game is available on PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X|S, with Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers gaining day-one access to the Standard Edition.
  • Preloading has been live since May 11, allowing players to prepare ahead of the launch.
  • The game introduces a streamlined control scheme focused on shield, melee, and gun mechanics, enhancing accessibility without sacrificing depth.
  • Leaked details have surfaced online, revealing spoiler-heavy information about the story, UI, and gameplay elements.