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Doom: The Dark Ages Launches with Medieval Setting and Tactical Gameplay

The latest entry in the Doom franchise reinvents the series with a slower combat loop, 164 secrets, and extensive exploration in a medieval fantasy world.

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Doom: The Dark Ages purple key Siege Part 1 - A first-person image of Doom Guy holding the demonic purple key in his left hand.
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Overview

  • Doom: The Dark Ages officially releases May 15, 2025, with Premium Edition players gaining early access earlier this week.
  • The game shifts the Doom Slayer's battle to a medieval fantasy setting inspired by The Lord of the Rings and George Lucas’ storytelling approach.
  • Gameplay emphasizes strategic combat with shield parries and real-time Glory Kills, moving away from the high-speed chaos of previous entries.
  • Players can explore 22 chapters packed with 164 secrets, including codex entries, weapon skins, and upgrade resources, rewarding thorough exploration.
  • id Software's Steam FAQ highlights known launch issues, including a bug with the Shotgun mastery challenge, and provides workarounds for players.