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2025

April 1

⚫︎ In an insightful interview with GamesRadar+, Hugo Martin, the director behind the Doom series, shed light on the decision to forgo multiplayer in Doom Eternal. The focus was shifted to perfecting the single-player campaign early in development, as Martin emphasized the importance of the game's scope and resource allocation in making 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

⚫︎ Excitement is building as DOOM's official X (formerly Twitter) account announced that fresh gameplay footage and hands-on impressions from the press for DOOM: The Dark Ages will be released on March 31. Stay tuned for an in-depth look at what's in store with this eagerly awaited title.

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

March 15

⚫︎ Bethesda has unveiled the DOOM: The Dark Ages Wearable Helmet Replica in their latest merchandise unboxing video. Priced at $175 USD, this detailed replica is now available for pre-order. It's part of an extensive merchandise launch ahead of the game's release and is currently in stock, with shipping planned once all items in an order are ready.

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

March 12

⚫︎ The much-anticipated DOOM: The Dark Ages is set to launch on May 15, offering a medieval prequel to the modern Doom saga. It builds on the successes of Doom 2016 and Doom Eternal, introducing fresh gameplay dynamics while retaining the series' core elements. Fans can look forward to exploring underexplored concepts like the Wintherin dragons, which have inspired the semi-mechanical dragon that players will 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 new melee and parry mechanics. Martin hinted that a melee-only challenge run might be possible but would push the boundaries of typical gameplay, while Stratton warned that it could lead to a less enjoyable experience, akin to the challenging pistol-only Ultra Nightmare run in 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)

⚫︎ Also in the same PC Gamer issue, Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton discussed the narrative conclusion of DOOM: The Dark Ages. Contrary to fan speculation, the story won't end with the Slayer being entombed, as seen at the start of Doom 2016. Martin explained that such an ending would limit future medieval storylines, as The Dark Ages aims to be a part of the broader "Chronicles of the Slayer" saga. The game's ending will be crafted to allow for potential 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 another segment of PC Gamer's upcoming issue, Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton revealed details about the weapon arsenal in DOOM: The Dark Ages. Martin noted that aside from the shotguns, the game's weaponry is entirely new or significantly altered, including a redesigned plasma weapon. This deliberate design choice aims to offer players a fresh set of 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

⚫︎ Today, January 23, marks the live broadcast of Bethesda's Developer Direct 2025, featuring updates from id Software, Compulsion Games, and Sandfall Interactive. The event, which started at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. GMT, is available to stream on Twitch, YouTube, and other platforms.

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

January 9

⚫︎ Bethesda confirmed its participation in the Developer Direct event set for January 23, 2025, promising updates from studios working on 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 Twitter)

2024

June 11

⚫︎ The Xbox Games Showcase unveiled DOOM: The Dark Ages, offering a bold reimagining of the iconic shooter series. The trailer showcased dragon riding, mech battles, and a darker, more intense visual style, alongside significant gameplay changes such as the introduction of a shield and flail for melee combat.

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