DOOM: The Dark Ages Gets Brief Gameplay Tease From NVIDIA

Summary

• Nvidia has released new footage of Doom: The Dark Ages.
• The 12-second teaser showcases the game's diverse environments and the iconic Doom Slayer.
• Doom: The Dark Ages is slated for release on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC in 2025.

New footage from Doom: The Dark Ages has been unveiled as part of Nvidia's latest hardware and software showcase. This highly anticipated 2025 release will be enhanced with DLSS 4, as confirmed by Nvidia. The new footage offers fans a glimpse into the game's world.

Initially announced at last year's Xbox Games Showcase, Doom: The Dark Ages is the next installment in id Software's successful Doom reboot series, following the 2016 title. Building on the foundation of the original Doom games and the 2016 reboot, Doom: The Dark Ages promises to deliver the brutal, intense combat the franchise is known for, while significantly upgrading the visual presentation of its diverse environments.

Nvidia's raytracing showcase included a 12-second teaser of Doom: The Dark Ages, highlighting the variety of locations, from opulent halls to desolate craters, without explicitly showing combat. The iconic Doom Slayer makes a brief appearance, showcasing a new shield. Nvidia's blog post confirmed the game is "powered by the latest idTech engine" and will utilize ray reconstruction on the new RTX 50 series PCs and laptops, promising stunning visuals.

New Doom: The Dark Ages Footage from Nvidia

The showcase concluded with previews of CD Projekt Red's upcoming Witcher sequel and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, the latter praised for its visuals, combat, exploration, and voice acting. This showcase precedes the launch of Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50 series, which will empower developers to further enhance visual fidelity and performance.

While a precise release date hasn't been announced, Doom: The Dark Ages is set to launch on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC in 2025. Further details on the game's narrative, enemy roster, and intense combat are expected as 2025 progresses.