DOOM: The Dark Ages (2025)

Developer: id Software
Publisher: Bethesda Softworks
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 42,515 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 19 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A furious, medieval-themed power fantasy where you relentlessly tear through demonic hordes with brutal, fast-paced action and heavy atmosphere.

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What players say

Players are split: some call it their favorite of the modern trilogy, others find the parry-focused combat and lack of verticality a step back from Eternal. Many note the soundtrack is generic compared to past entries, and widespread anger about Microsoft laying off half of id Software overshadows discussion of the game itself.

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