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Doom: The Dark Ages Showcases Expanded Lore and Gameplay in New Trailers

id Software highlights narrative depth, medieval combat innovations, and sandbox exploration ahead of the May 15 release on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.

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Overview

  • New cinematic and gameplay trailers emphasize the Doom Slayer's medieval origins and expanded arsenal, including the BFG-like crossbow and rideable mechs and dragons.
  • The game transitions from traditional linear levels to expansive sandbox arenas with multiple objectives, marking the franchise's most open design yet.
  • Set between Doom 64 and the 2016 reboot, the story explores the Doom Slayer's enslavement by the Maykrs and his rise as a legend on Argent D'Nur.
  • Doom: The Dark Ages is exclusively single-player, with a stronger narrative focus and planned campaign DLC to expand the story post-launch.
  • Launching May 15, 2025, the game will be available on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, with day-one access on Xbox Game Pass for supported platforms.