DOOM ‘The Dark Ages’: The Demons Have Gone Medieval

The Doom Slayer has returned to vanquish the vile forces to the brink.

Written by,
J. Johnson

Fans of the DOOM franchise have long associated the series with cutting-edge firearms, hellish landscapes, and an unrelenting push forward into futuristic terror. However, in a recent announcement, id Software and Bethesda have pulled back the curtain on DOOM: Dark Ages, a bold new entry that thrusts the Slayer into a grim medieval setting. DOOM: Dark Ages trades the neon-soaked corridors of UAC facilities and infernal dimensions for the heavy shadows and brutal austerity of a time before high technology.

While the core spirit of the franchise—tense action, intricate level design, and relentless hordes of demons—remains intact, this upcoming title challenges players to survive with a more primitive arsenal. Think less plasma rifles and more crossbows, swords, and alchemical concoctions. The creatures you face will be as fearsome as ever, now lurking behind creaking dungeon doors and patrolling the ramparts of ruined fortresses. The developers hint that the shift in aesthetic isn’t just skin deep; it promises altered combat rhythms, new environmental hazards, and even reimagined movement through dimly lit halls and torchlit catacombs.

Early glimpses highlight a reverence for both classic DOOM elements and historical fantasy influences. Players will still revel in ferocious demon-slaying and adrenaline-charged firefights—just with more chainmail clang and less circuit hum. Expect a layered soundtrack that blends the intensity of metal riffs with somber medieval melodies, all of it underscoring an experience that aims to feel familiar yet refreshingly different.

As the Slayer’s legend takes a detour through centuries-old horrors, fans and newcomers alike are eager to see how DOOM’s quintessential intensity translates to an older, darker age. The full scope of DOOM: Dark Ages is still unfolding, but if this early reveal is any indication, the series is preparing to prove once again that true terror—and satisfying combat—transcend the boundaries of time.

DOOM: The Dark Ages arrives day one on Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, PC and PlayStation 5 in 2025. Add DOOM: The Dark Ages to your wishlist today on the Microsoft Store, PlayStation Network, and Steam.