DOOM: The Dark Ages is the third entry in the reboot series from id Software that began back in 2016. This is a prequel to the reboot and pits the Doom Slayer in a medieval war against Hell. We finally had an extended look at the upcoming release during the Xbox Developer Direct including the release date reveal. The title is now up for pre-purchase across all major platforms with multiple editions to choose from. Here is the pre-order bonus content you’ll receive for an early purchase of DOOM: The Dark Ages and what’s included in each edition.
DOOM The Dark Ages Pre-Order Bonus
If you pre-order DOOM: The Dark Ages, you will receive the Void DOOM Slayer Skin. This is the same bonus across all platforms and every single edition.


This is an entirely cosmetic item and does not have any effect on gameplay. The Standard Edition is priced at $70 on all platforms.
DOOM The Dark Ages Premium Edition
The Premium Edition of DOOM The Dark Ages costs $100 and contains the following additional content:
- Up to 2-Day Early Access
- Campaign DLC
- Digital Artbook & Soundtrack
- Divinity Skin Pack



DOOM The Dark Ages Collector’s Bundle
Finally, a collector’s edition is also available and priced at $200. It’s available through the Bethesda Store. The Collector’s Bundle for DOOM: The Dark Ages comes with the following content:
- Base Game
- Void DOOM Slayer Skin
- Campaign DLC
- Digital Artbook & Soundtrack
- Divinity Skin Pack
- 12″ DOOM Slayer Statue (PVC)
- Metal Red Key Card Replica
- Steelbook Case


DOOM The Dark Ages System Requirements
Minimum | Recommended | Ultra | |
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Target Resolution | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
Preset | Low | High | Ultra |
Target Framerate | 60 FPS | 60 FPS | 60 FPS |
OS | Windows 10/11 – 64-Bit | Windows 11 – 64-Bit | Windows 11 – 64-Bit |
CPU | AMD Zen 2 or Intel 10th Generation @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or better, Intel Core i7 10700K or better) | AMD Zen 3 or Intel 12th Generation @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or better, Intel Core i7 12700K or better) | AMD Zen 3 or Intel 12th Generation @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or better, Intel Core i7 12700K or better) |
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | 32 GB |
GPU | NVIDIA or AMD hardware ray tracing-capable GPU with 8GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 2060 Super or better, AMD RX 6600 or better) | NVIDIA or AMD hardware ray tracing-capable GPU with 10GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 3080 or better, AMD RX 6800 or better) | NVIDIA or AMD hardware ray tracing-capable GPU with 16GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 4080 or better, AMD RX 7900XT or better) |
Storage | 100 GB SSD | 100 GB SSD | 155 GB SSD |
The key thing to note in the system requirements is that just like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, DOOM: The Dark Ages requires a GPU that has hardware ray-tracing. Even with the minimum requirements, the developers have used a 60 FPS target, and an RTX 2060 is supposedly capable of that.
DOOM The Dark Ages Release Date
DOOM: The Dark Ages is coming to PC, Xbox Series S|X, and the PS5 on May 15, 2025.
Since this is published by Xbox Game Studios, it’s also coming Day One to Xbox Game Pass.
Overall, we’re expecting another incredible shooter from id Software to blow us away, and let us rip and tear to our heart’s content. DOOM: The Dark Ages shakes up the formula once more, allowing players to become an “Iron Tank” as director Hugo Martin describes this release’s Doom Slayer.
Published: Jan 24, 2025 01:34 pm