DOOM's Medieval Spin-off Shows Off Combat

Nvidia showcases new Doom: The Dark Ages gameplay

Nvidia's recent hardware and software presentation included a brief glimpse of the highly anticipated Doom: The Dark Ages. The 12-second teaser highlights the game's diverse environments and features the iconic Doom Slayer, equipped with a new shield. Launching in 2025 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, Doom: The Dark Ages will utilize DLSS 4 technology for enhanced visuals.

This latest installment in id Software's successful Doom reboot franchise builds upon the foundation laid by the 2016 Doom title. While maintaining the series' signature brutal combat, Doom: The Dark Ages promises significant visual upgrades, showcasing a range of locations from opulent corridors to barren landscapes in the newly released footage. The teaser, part of Nvidia's ray tracing showcase, doesn't feature combat, but offers a compelling preview of the game's varied level design.

Nvidia's blog post confirms the game's development using the latest idTech engine and its compatibility with ray reconstruction on the new RTX 50 series PCs and laptops. This suggests a visually stunning experience is in store for players.

The showcase also featured other highly anticipated titles, including CD Projekt Red's next Witcher game and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The latter, praised for its visuals, combat, and exploration, serves as a testament to the advancements in graphical fidelity achievable with modern hardware. Nvidia's new GeForce RTX 50 series is poised to further elevate visual quality and performance across gaming platforms.

While a precise release date remains unannounced, Doom: The Dark Ages is slated to arrive on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC in 2025. Further details regarding the game's narrative, enemies, and combat mechanics are expected as the year progresses.