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2025

April 1

⚫︎ In a recent interview with GamesRadar+, Hugo Martin, the director behind the Doom series, shared insights into the decision to omit multiplayer from Doom Eternal. Martin explained that the team prioritized enhancing the single-player campaign, citing resource constraints and the game's expansive scope as key factors influencing this choice.

Read more: Doom: The Dark Ages doesn't have multiplayer because it would definitely come at the expense of the campaign (Games Radar)

March 30

⚫︎ The official DOOM X (formerly Twitter) account announced that fresh gameplay footage and press hands-on impressions for DOOM: The Dark Ages are set to be released on March 31. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for the latest updates and insights on this highly anticipated title.

Read more: Doom: The Dark Ages: keep an eye here tomorrow for press hands-on impressions and new gameplay (Official Bethesda X Page)

March 15

⚫︎ Bethesda unveiled the DOOM: The Dark Ages Wearable Helmet Replica in a recent merchandise unboxing video. Priced at $175 USD, this meticulously crafted replica is now available for pre-order. It features a design inspired by the upcoming game and is part of a comprehensive merchandise launch. The helmet is currently in stock, with shipping planned once all items in an order are ready.

Read more: Bethesda Reveals DOOM: The Dark Ages Wearable Helmet Replica in Latest Merch Unboxing Video (Official Bethesda X Page)

March 12

⚫︎ DOOM: The Dark Ages remains firmly on track for its May 15 release, promising a medieval-inspired prequel to the modern Doom saga. Building upon the legacy of Doom 2016 and Doom Eternal, the game introduces new gameplay elements while maintaining the series' core identity. Notably, The Dark Ages expands on concepts like the Wintherin dragons, introducing a semi-mechanical dragon for players to pilot.

Read more: Doom: The Dark Ages May Level Up One of Eternal's Best Additions (Game Rant)

March 10

⚫︎ In an interview featured in PC Gamer's upcoming print issue 408 (396 in the U.S.), DOOM: The Dark Ages director Hugo Martin and producer Marty Stratton delved into the game's melee and parry mechanics. Martin hinted that a melee-only challenge run would be "slightly out of bounds" but feasible for dedicated players. Stratton added that such a run might feel clunky and less enjoyable, akin to the pistol-only Ultra Nightmare challenge from Doom 2016.

Read more: You can theoretically beat Doom: The Dark Ages without using a gun, but 'You'd have a hard time, that's for sure,' says the game's director (PC Gamer)

⚫︎ In another segment of the same interview, Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton revealed details about the game's ending. Contrary to speculation, the story won't conclude with the Slayer being locked in a coffin, as seen at the start of Doom 2016. Martin noted that such an ending would preclude further medieval-era stories, emphasizing that The Dark Ages is part of a larger "Chronicles of the Slayer" saga. The ending is designed to open up possibilities for future prequels.

Read more: Doom: The Dark Ages won't end with the Slayer in a coffin waiting for the start of Doom 2016: 'That would mean that we couldn't tell any more medieval stories' (PC Gamer)

March 9

⚫︎ In a discussion for PC Gamer's upcoming issue 408 (396 in the U.S.), DOOM: The Dark Ages game director Hugo Martin and producer Marty Stratton revealed that the game's arsenal features mostly new weapons, with the exception of the shotguns. Martin highlighted that even the plasma weapon has been significantly revamped, underlining the team's intent to offer players novel tools to master.

Read more: 'I think only the shotguns are the same,' says Doom: The Dark Ages director, otherwise the guns are brand-new or significantly transformed (PC Gamer)

January 23

⚫︎ Bethesda announced that the Developer Direct 2025 event is now live, starting today, January 23. The event showcases updates from various studios, including id Software, Compulsion Games, and Sandfall Interactive. It is being streamed live on platforms like Twitch and YouTube, beginning at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. GMT.

Read more: id Software Reveals DOOM: The Dark Age’s Release Date During the Xbox Developer Direct (Official Bethesda X)

January 9

⚫︎ Bethesda confirmed its participation in the Developer Direct event, set for January 23, 2025. The showcase will feature updates from several studios, including DOOM, Compulsion Games, and Sandfall Interactive. The event will be streamed live at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. GMT on YouTube and other platforms.

Read more: id Software Confirms Participation in the January 2025 Xbox Developers Direct (Official Bethesda X)

2024

June 11

⚫︎ DOOM: The Dark Ages was officially unveiled at the Xbox Games Showcase, promising a bold reinvention of the iconic shooter series. The trailer showcased dragon riding, mech battles, and a darker, more intense visual aesthetic, along with significant gameplay changes such as a shield and flail for melee combat.

Read more: Doom: The Dark Ages Could Be the Series’ Boldest Reinvention Yet (IGN)