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2025

April 1

⚫︎ In a revealing interview with GamesRadar+, Hugo Martin, the acclaimed director behind the Doom series, shared insights into the decision to exclude multiplayer from Doom Eternal. The development team opted to channel their efforts into perfecting the campaign experience, citing the game's expansive scope and resource allocation as key factors.

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 fans can look forward to new gameplay footage and press hands-on impressions for DOOM: The Dark Ages on March 31. Stay tuned for the latest insights and updates 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 Twitter Page)

March 15

⚫︎ Bethesda unveiled the DOOM: The Dark Ages Wearable Helmet Replica in their latest merchandise unboxing video. Priced at $175 USD, this meticulously crafted replica is now available for pre-order. It's a must-have for fans, featuring intricate designs inspired by the game and part of a larger merchandise launch.

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

March 12

⚫︎ DOOM: The Dark Ages is set to launch on May 15, offering players a thrilling medieval-inspired prequel to the modern Doom saga. Building on the success of Doom 2016 and Doom Eternal, this new title retains the franchise's core elements while introducing innovative gameplay dynamics. The game expands on concepts introduced in Doom Eternal, notably the Wintherin dragons, which have influenced the semi-mechanical dragon that players can pilot.

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

March 10

⚫︎ In an exclusive interview for PC Gamer's upcoming print issue 408 (396 in the U.S.), DOOM: The Dark Ages director Hugo Martin and producer Marty Stratton discussed how the game's enhanced melee and parry mechanics could inspire new challenge runs. Martin hinted that a melee-only playthrough, while challenging, is feasible for dedicated players.

Stratton added that such a run, while possible, might feel clunky and less enjoyable, drawing comparisons to the notorious pistol-only Ultra Nightmare challenge 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)

⚫︎ In the same PC Gamer interview, Martin and Stratton revealed that DOOM: The Dark Ages will not conclude with the Slayer being entombed, a fate seen at the start of Doom 2016. Martin explained that such an ending would hinder future medieval-era stories, as The Dark Ages is envisioned as part of a larger "Chronicles of the Slayer" saga. The game's ending will instead open doors for additional 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 the PC Gamer interview, Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton delved into the weapon lineup for DOOM: The Dark Ages. Martin disclosed that, aside from the shotguns, the game's arsenal is entirely new or significantly transformed, including a revamped plasma weapon. This deliberate choice aims to offer players fresh and exciting 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 showcase features updates from studios like id Software, Compulsion Games, and Sandfall Interactive, streaming on platforms such as Twitch and YouTube. The event kicked off 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 Twitter)

January 9

⚫︎ Bethesda confirmed their participation in the upcoming Developer Direct event, set for January 23, 2025. The showcase will include updates from multiple studios, including DOOM, Compulsion Games, and Sandfall Interactive, streaming 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

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

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