Doom: The Dark Ages

Released 2025 · Rating 88/100 · By id Software

A single-player first-person shooter and prequel to Doom (2016). Set in the dark medieval world of Argent D'Nur, players control the Doom Slayer in a grounded, weighty combat style that emphasizes strategic engagements over the acrobatic mobility of previous entries. The game introduces a Shield Saw for blocking and parrying, new melee weapons, and drivable vehicles including a cybernetic dragon and a massive mech. The narrative focuses on the Slayer's origin story with expanded cutscenes and character development.

Steam Reviews: Very Positive — 88% (43072 reviews)

Game Modes: Single player

Themes: Action, Fantasy, Science fiction

Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S

Genres: Shooter

Doom: The Dark Ages

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