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2025 PCPlayStationXbox 49.99 € 👍 87 % Very positive, 21,671 reviews on Steam

A heavy, grounded take on Doom where the Slayer stands his ground with a shield saw, parries and brutal melee weapons in a grim medieval sci-fi world. Rides on a cyber-dragon and battles in a giant mech add spectacle and variety.

What defines Doom: The Dark Ages:

  • Lavish presentation
  • Dark, serious atmosphere
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

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