The moment id Software revealed that preloading for DOOM: The Dark Ages begins May 15, just ahead of its full launch on May 17 for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, the community erupted.
Players are marking calendars, clearing schedules, and, in some cases, allegedly preparing to "call in sick."
Whether these posts are genuine plans or somewhere in between remains unclear, but the enthusiasm speaks volumes about where DOOM: The Dark Ages sits on players' priority lists.
DOOM: The Dark Ages : A New Kind of Hell
The Dark Ages isn’t just a name; it’s a full reimagining of DOOM’s identity. It’s heavier, slower, and more brutal, blending techno-medieval vibes with methodical shield throws, timed parries, and thunderous melee finishers. Think DOOM 2016 with the rhythm of Sekiro, if Sekiro had a spiked buckler and a shotgun.
According to our review, whether DOOM: The Dark Ages works or not will depend on the player, as the shift may make it as polarizing as DOOM Eternal.
That risk hasn’t stopped fans from diving in headfirst.
On community platforms, fans are posting memes, day-off declarations, and Slayer shrines. One thread turned into a full-blown coordination effort for players syncing their...
