Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages - Official Release Dates Announced

Felix Dubois

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Post on May 12, 2025

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Release Dates Across Platforms

The question on every Doom Slayer's lips: When can I get my hands on Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages? Bethesda has confirmed the release dates across multiple platforms, ensuring maximum demonic destruction worldwide. The Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages release date varies slightly depending on your platform of choice. Here's the breakdown for Doom Eternal Dark Ages platforms:

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  • PC Release Date: October 26th, 2024
  • PlayStation Release Date: October 26th, 2024
  • Xbox Release Date: October 26th, 2024
  • Nintendo Switch Release Date: November 9th, 2024 (Slightly delayed due to optimization)

Pre-ordering Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages will grant you access to the "Hellish Knight" armor set, a brutal new skin for the Doom Slayer, and the "Demonic Fury" weapon skin, adding a touch of infernal style to your arsenal. Some retailers may offer additional pre-order bonuses, so check with your preferred vendor.

New Gameplay Features and Enemies

Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages gameplay promises a significant upgrade to the already intense action. Prepare for a visceral experience filled with new weapons, terrifying foes, and enhanced movement.

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  • New Weapon: The "Arbalest": This powerful crossbow fires explosive bolts, perfect for taking down heavily armored demons from a distance. Its unique functionality allows for charged shots that deal even greater damage.
  • New Enemy Types:
    • The Revenant Knight: A heavily armored, melee-focused enemy wielding a massive warhammer. Its attacks are slow but devastating, requiring strategic dodging and counter-attacks. (Image of Revenant Knight would go here)
    • The Hellforged Horror: A grotesque, fast-moving demon that uses ranged attacks and unpredictable movements. Its attacks inflict a burning effect, requiring quick healing. (Image of Hellforged Horror would go here)
    • The Gloom Wraith: A spectral enemy that teleports and unleashes shadowy attacks. Its phasing abilities make it difficult to hit, demanding precise aim and timing. (Image of Gloom Wraith would go here)
  • Enhanced Movement Mechanics: The already fluid movement system from Doom Eternal is further enhanced with a new "Hell-Dash" ability, allowing for faster traversal and tactical escapes.

Story and Setting of The Dark Ages

The Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages story plunges the Doom Slayer into a medieval-inspired hellscape, a chilling twist on the familiar demonic landscapes.

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  • Setting Description: Imagine a gothic cathedral overrun by demons, a twisted medieval village consumed by hellfire, and desolate castles haunted by unspeakable horrors. The Dark Ages setting provides a unique and terrifying backdrop for the Doom Slayer's latest crusade.
  • Key Story Points: The Doom Slayer confronts a new threat, a powerful demonic entity manipulating the fabric of reality itself. This entity seeks to rewrite history, unleashing ancient evils upon the world. The Slayer must traverse this distorted past to prevent this catastrophic event.
  • Connection to the main game: Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages expands on the existing lore, revealing new details about the ancient conflict between Heaven and Hell, and the Doom Slayer's place within it. It will serve as a bridge leading to future Doom Eternal content.

Pre-Order Bonuses and Collector's Editions

For those who want to prepare for the demonic onslaught in style, several enticing offers are available.

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  • List of pre-order bonuses: The "Hellish Knight" armor set, "Demonic Fury" weapon skin, and early access to the first chapter of the expansion are available for pre-orders.
  • Details of collector's edition content (if applicable): A collector's edition may include a physical copy of the game, an art book featuring concept art from the expansion, a soundtrack CD, and an exclusive statue of the Doom Slayer battling a new enemy.
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Conclusion

Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages promises a thrilling continuation of the Doom Slayer's epic battle against the forces of Hell. With new enemies, weapons, and a captivating story set in a dark new era, this expansion is a must-have for any fan of the franchise. The official release dates are finally here, so mark your calendars and prepare for another wave of demonic destruction.

Call to Action: Don't miss out on the action! Pre-order your copy of Doom Eternal: The Dark Ages today and prepare to experience the ultimate Doom Eternal expansion. Get ready to rip and tear!