Doom: The Dark Ages Stuns In New Gameplay; Arrives May 15

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  • Doom: The Dark Ages has received a May 15 release date.
  • id Software has showcased new footage, showing stunning visuals and hard-hitting gameplay.
  • The new footage also highlights the exploration and story that fans can expect.

Last year, id Software unveiled Doom: The Dark Ages, showcasing a stunning medieval take on the franchise. The game immediately gathered much fanfare, becoming one of the most wish-listed titles shortly after its official reveal.

Several months later, Xbox and id Software have returned with brand new gameplay footage. The team has also confirmed a release date for the latest Doom entry.

Why it matters: This franchise has always been very popular in the first-person shooter market, making its return exciting for millions of fans across the globe.

During the Xbox Developer Direct, Doom: The Dark Ages became the center of attention in no time. id Software debuted another round of gory and brutal gameplay, showing the Doom Slayer in all his demon-killing glory.

The new footage highlights id Tech’s graphical prowess, giving fans a new look at the next-generation Doom experience, which makes full use of features like ray tracing for the best possible results. Various story and exploration elements have also been shown.

This particular entry emphasizes slower and hard-hitting combat, making the Doom Slayer more like a tank than a fast weapon of mass destruction. Needless to say, the game is full of hard-hitting melee attacks and destructive weapons to facilitate this epic gameplay.

As for the release date, Doom: The Dark Ages arrives on May 15. Like other first-party releases, the title will arrive on day one on Game Pass for Xbox and PC gamers in May. Also, it will be available on day one on PS5.

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The Xbox Developer Direct Has Been A Treat For Doom Fans

Elsewhere, the Xbox Developer Direct has also highlighted several other games. All in all, the event has shown just how encouraging Xbox’s first-party lineup will be for the rest of 2025.

What are your thoughts on the new Doom: The Dark Ages gameplay? Do you intend to play the game? Let us know in the comments, and head to the Tech4Gamers Forums for more discussions.

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