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Doom: The Dark Ages is only a few days away. So, here are some things you should know before you start ripping and tearing demons apart.
Bethesda’s latest release, Doom: The Dark Ages, is almost on the horizon. The franchise is known for its fast-paced combat, well-crafted soundtrack, brutal kills, and, of course, the Doom Slayer. Unlike its predecessors, the upcoming title will be a melee-focused game and a prequel to 2016’s Doom.
id Software, the developers, have always tried to change up the formula with each installment, and their latest title aims to provide fans with yet another unique experience. Because of that, now is the ideal time to learn some tips about Doom: The Dark Ages that might help you when you start destroying demons from hell on May 15, 2025.
5 Things You Should Know Before Playing Doom: The Dark Ages
The original Doom (1993) is considered one of the most influential FPS games ever made by the gaming community. The game’s various mechanics and gunplay paved the path for modern shooters that people love today, so it is safe to say that Doom is always one of the frontrunners of innovation. Even though id Software rebooted the series in 2016, the franchise did not lose its defining characteristics, as seen in the recent launch trailer for Doom: The Dark Ages.
In the game, players will be marching down the lands inspired by medieval dark fantasy and slaying demons while the heavy-metal-inspired soundtrack fuels the hellwalker within them. So, before you indulge yourself in that experience, check out these five things that you should know before playing Doom: The Dark Ages.
5. An Active Internet Connection Is Required
Doom: The Dark Ages is the first game in the franchise that requires an active internet connection. The previous titles from Doom (1993) to Doom Eternal (2020) did not share this characteristic. Additionally, The Dark Ages won’t feature a multiplayer mode on release or after it, as per tradition. So, it appears that the latest title needs a stable internet connection to load its various contents. Therefore, if you want to play Doom: The Dark Ages, you will need to have an active internet connection.
4. Understand the Overarching Story
The Doom franchise has extensive lore and storylines that bring all of the installments together. Many might say that the gameplay eclipses all the other aspects of a game; however, that is not always the case. The narrative is equally important in Doom. It holds the player’s interest and gives a purpose to their actions in the game in a meaningful way. Doom: The Dark Ages is going to take place between Doom 64 (1997) and Doom (2016). So, learning about those storylines might make the new game more enjoyable for you.
3. More Focus on Melee-Combat
The developers have stated that they have deviated a little from the previous titles’ gun-heavy combat and focused more on melee in Doom: The Dark Ages to keep things fresh. Doom and Doom Eternal both had melee weapons, but the latest title brings many more new additions to the Doom Slayer’s arsenal. From the trailers, we have so far seen a saw-shield and a flail. So, during your playthrough, get close to your enemies and make full use of the melee weapons you have, as it is the intended way of playing.
2. The Biggest Campaign Yet
Doom: The Dark Ages is a campaign-only game, just like its predecessors. However, that does not mean that it lacks content for you to enjoy. As it appears, the latest installment in the franchise is going to be the most ambitious and expansive work from the developers yet. We do not know the exact runtime, but the game has 22 different levels for you to clear, alongside many collectibles to find and hidden areas to discover in its world. So expect to invest a significant amount of time in Doom: The Dark Ages.
1. Movement Is Still the Key
Many modern shooters incentivize slow, stable, and cover-based gunplay nowadays, but Doom goes completely in the opposite direction. The franchise is known for its fast-paced, all-guns-blazing, thrill-inducing gunplay that solely focuses on killing demons and wreaking havoc. Similarly, movement will be an essential part of the gameplay in Doom: The Dark Ages, as it is required to avoid incoming attacks and traverse the various levels. While other FPS games expect you to shoot and take cover, in Doom, you are the cover for humanity.
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