NVIDIA Offers a Sneak Peek of The Dark Ages Gameplay

Nvidia has just revealed some fresh footage from Doom: The Dark Ages, sparking excitement among fans of the long-running first-person shooter series. This highly anticipated addition to the Doom franchise is set to launch across Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC in 2025. The brief 12-second teaser not only highlights the expansive variety of environments players can expect to explore, but also features the iconic Doom Slayer making his presence known.

First unveiled during last year’s Xbox Games Showcase, Doom: The Dark Ages marks the next chapter in id Software’s acclaimed Doom reboot saga, which kicked off with the 2016 release simply titled Doom. Drawing inspiration from the classic Doom games, the 2016 installment revitalized the “boomer shooter” reputation, ushering the franchise into a new era filled with relentless battles and a menacing world. Combat, a central pillar of the series, will maintain its prominence in Doom: The Dark Ages, though fans can also expect noticeable enhancements in the intricate design of the game’s varied landscapes and realms.

Dipping into Nvidia’s latest showcase, the released footage cleverly teases a glimpse into Doom: The Dark Ages, albeit without giving away any direct combat scenes. Instead, viewers are teased with a sneak peek into the game’s rich diversity of scenes, from opulent corridors to stark, barren craters. The glimpse of the Doom Slayer, now equipped with a new shield, further stirs the anticipation. Nvidia’s recent blog post confirmed the upcoming title is powered by the state-of-the-art idTech engine and will utilize ray reconstruction on the new RTX 50 series hardware, promising a visually stunning experience.

Wrapping up the Nvidia showcase, we received updates on other major titles like CD Projekt Red’s latest Witcher installment and the much-talked-about Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The latter, celebrated for its combative gameplay, exploration elements, and remarkable voice acting, has received particular praise for its stunning graphics across both PC and consoles. With the unveiling of Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 50 series, developers are poised to push the boundaries of graphical fidelity and performance even further.

Though no specific date has been pinned for Doom: The Dark Ages’ release, excitement is already building around its impending launch sometime in 2025 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. As the year unfolds, fans can expect more insights into the game’s storyline, its array of enemies, and the adrenaline-charged combat sequences that have defined Doom throughout its legendary history.