DOOM: The Dark Ages Gameplay and May 2025 Release Date Leak Ahead of Xbox Showcase

Leaked footage and details suggest the game will launch on May 15, 2025, with an official reveal expected at the January 23 Xbox Developer Direct.

Leaked gameplay footage of DOOM: The Dark Ages surfaced online, reportedly from a tech demo showcasing advanced graphics capabilities.
The game is described as a prequel to the 2016 DOOM reboot, set in a dark medieval war against Hell where players take on the role of the legendary DOOM Slayer.
A May 15, 2025 release date was leaked through a French publication, though this information has not been officially confirmed and was later removed.
DOOM: The Dark Ages will be showcased during the Xbox Developer Direct on January 23, alongside other titles like South of Midnight and Expedition 33.
The game will launch on Xbox Series S|X, PC, and PlayStation 5, marking one of Microsoft's first exclusives to release simultaneously on PlayStation.