The popular Doom game series is set to take a bold new direction with its upcoming installment, Doom: The Dark Ages. This new game will transport the Doom Slayer to a medieval world, drawing inspiration from the movie Army of Darkness. The official reveal is expected next week, generating excitement among fans.
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Medieval Setting for the Doom Slayer
According to a report from Insider Gaming, Doom: The Dark Ages has been in development at Id Software for over four years. This game was previously referred to as Doom: Year Zero in a document from 2020, which surfaced last year during Microsoft's legal issues with the Federal Trade Commission over the Activision-Blizzard merger.
The game's medieval setting is a significant departure from the modern and futuristic worlds of previous Doom titles. The Doom Slayer will likely use a combination of medieval weapons and traditional Doom guns to battle enemies. This mix of combat styles promises a fresh and exciting experience for players.
Anticipation Builds for Official Reveal
Rumors about the new Doom game have been circulating for some time. Zenimax recently registered a trademark for "IDKFA," a reference to classic Doom cheat codes. Multiple gaming news outlets, including Eurogamer and The Verge, reported that a new Doom game would be announced at the Xbox Games Showcase during this year's Summer Geoff Fest. These reports have now been verified by Insider Gaming.
Fans can look forward to more details about Doom: The Dark Ages on Sunday, June 9. With its medieval twist, the game promises to offer a unique and thrilling adventure for both new players and long-time fans of the series.
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