New Doom game announced: The Dark Ages
Jun 09, 2024 7:01 PMDoom: The Dark Ages, a prequel to Doom 2016 and Doom Eternal, has been officially announced by id Software during the recent Xbox showcase. This upcoming shooter, set to be released in 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, will also be available on Game Pass. The game explores the origins of the Doom Slayer and unfolds in a medieval war against hellish demons. Players can expect to wield traditional weapons, such as shotguns, as well as new additions like a shield.
nWhat is Doom: The Dark Ages?Doom: The Dark Ages is an announced prequel to Doom 2016 and Doom Eternal, featuring the Doom Slayer's origin story set in a medieval era, set for a 2025 release on multiple platforms.
nDoom 2016 revitalized the renowned first-person shooter franchise by returning to its fast-paced roots and intense demon-slaying action. Following that, Doom Eternal built upon its predecessor with expanded lore and a more complex combat system. Doom: The Dark Ages promises to delve deeper into the lore by introducing a medieval setting and new gameplay mechanics, adding a fresh twist to the beloved series.
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Stimpy commented on: 2024-06-09 19:18:02
Doom: The Dark Ages looks like it's about to bring a killer fusion of medieval vibes and demon-slaying chaos that'll mix up the series in an epic way. Can't wait to see how the lore and the new gameplay mechanics fit together in this prequel
Sephiroth commented on: 2024-06-09 19:12:02
Doom: The Dark Ages looks like a killer twist for the series, blending medieval vibes with the franchise's signature demon-slaying mayhem. Can't wait to see how the new weapons and shield mechanics shake up the gameplay
