Overview

• Doom: The Dark Ages is now available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, with day-one access on Xbox Game Pass.
• The game shifts the franchise's fast-paced action to a more grounded, tactical experience, emphasizing shield mechanics for parrying, deflection, and offensive attacks.
• Set in a medieval-fantasy world, the prequel explores the Doom Slayer’s origins with a deeper narrative focus and period-themed weapons like the Skullcrusher Pulverizer.
• Critics have lauded the game’s immersive audiovisual design and expansive levels filled with secrets, collectibles, and compelling lore.
• While retaining the franchise’s signature rip-and-tear combat, The Dark Ages introduces new gameplay elements like mecha and dragon sections alongside its core shield combat.