DOOM is just one of those franchises that looks like it will be here forever, with new fans falling into the battle against Hell with each release.
Since the resurgence in 2016 thanks to the critically acclaimed DOOM, and subsequently DOOM Eternal, those who even got a few hours into these titles have been clambering to take control of the Slayer once more.
DOOM: The Dark Ages is the next game in the series and below, we’ll reveal all on its release date, trailers, platforms, and more.
DOOM: The Dark Ages release date
DOOM: The Dark Ages had an expected release window of 2025 but thanks to the 2025 Xbox Developer Direct, the official launch date of the game is May 15, 2025.
DOOM Eternal launched in March 2020, with its predecessor DOOM releasing in May 2016. So, it makes complete sense that DOOM: The Dark Ages shares a similar release window.
DOOM: The Dark Ages trailers
There have been a couple of trailers released for DOOM: The Dark Ages but boy was the first an action-packed one.
Shown at the 2024 Xbox Games Showcase, we were introduced to not only the world for the game but weapons, enemy types, and even some new mechanics, as well as DOOM Slayer in a fancy, new, furry cape.
It’s definitely the newer DOOM combat that many have come to love, coupled with some added tweaks like a throwable shield, akin to that of God of War’s Kratos.
Again, thanks to the 2025 Xbox Developer Direct, we got a huge deep dive into the gameplay, story, and more, showcasing all of the new mechanics coupled with a look at flying mechanics dragons and massive enterable mechs…
Here is that full video which is over ten minutes long!
DOOM: The Dark Ages platforms
DOOM: The Dark Ages will be released on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC, making it available to most gamers out there.
You might be shocked to see PS5 make the list considering that Xbox now owns Bethesda but there has been a commitment from the gaming giant to make their titles available for as many people as possible, even if that means PlayStation gets a look in.
Is DOOM: The Dark Ages on Game Pass?
Yes, when DOOM: The Dark Ages releases it will be on Game Pass.
This is no real shock considering it is developed by id Software and published by Bethesda, but it is nice to have it confirmed all the same.
What we don’t know though is if the Game Pass release is just a console launch or if PC owners have the opportunity to secure it too.
This will be announced in due course though, so it’s just a matter of sitting tight for now.
When is DOOM: The Dark Ages set?
As you might think from the title of the game, DOOM: The Dark Ages looks to take things back in time rather than the futuristic setting that the usual titles have.
In fact, the devs have stated that The Dark Ages is in fact a prequel to DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal, putting the DOOM Slayer in a “never-before-seen dark and sinister medieval war against Hell”.
As for a specific year, this hasn’t been revealed, but since we’re looking at a medieval period, it’ll at least be after 476 A.D.
