Nvidia Unveils New Doom: The Dark Ages Gameplay
A fresh 12-second teaser for Doom: The Dark Ages, courtesy of Nvidia, offers a glimpse into the game's diverse environments and features the iconic Doom Slayer. Scheduled for release in 2025 on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, the game will boast DLSS 4 enhancement.
This latest footage, showcased alongside Nvidia's new hardware and software, provides a more detailed look at the game's world. Following the successful 2016 reboot, Doom: The Dark Ages continues id Software's acclaimed series. Building upon the foundation of intense combat and brutal environments established in the 2016 title, Doom: The Dark Ages promises significant visual upgrades across its varied landscapes.
Nvidia's raytracing showcase featured the 12-second clip, highlighting the game's level design, showcasing transitions from opulent corridors to barren craters. The Doom Slayer makes a brief appearance, sporting a new shield. Nvidia's blog post confirms the game utilizes the latest idTech engine and will leverage ray reconstruction on the RTX 50 series, promising exceptional visuals.
Beyond Doom: The Dark Ages, the showcase included footage of CD Projekt Red's next Witcher installment and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The latter, lauded for its visuals, combat, and exploration, sets a high bar for graphical fidelity. This showcase anticipates the launch of Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50 series, enabling developers to further enhance visual quality and performance.
While a precise release date remains unannounced, Doom: The Dark Ages is slated for release across Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC in 2025. Further details regarding the storyline, enemy roster, and combat mechanics are expected as 2025 progresses.