New Doom: The Dark Ages Trailer Explores the Cosmic Realm and Brutal New Enemies

A fresh trailer for Doom: The Dark Ages has arrived, offering our best look yet at the mysterious Cosmic Realm, a new dimension introduced in id Software’s latest entry in the legendary shooter series. Game director Hugo Martin teases that this new setting is part of a bigger narrative twist—one where the forces of Hell form an unholy alliance with beings from beyond the stars.

While we still don’t know why Hell and the Cosmic Realm are teaming up, Martin hints that players will uncover the truth during the campaign. In the meantime, the trailer gives us a glimpse at new enemy designs and gameplay mechanics that take full advantage of this bizarre fusion of realms.

New Enemy Types: Cosmic Baron and Dimensional Cacodemon

Among the most striking additions shown is the Cosmic Baron, a fearsome twin-blade brute who mixes devastating melee attacks with psionic ranged strikes. Another standout is a new take on the classic Cacodemon, altered by the two dimensions and now capable of launching shield-like psionic projectiles. Players will need to dodge these mid-combat, almost as if navigating a mini traversal challenge in the middle of a fight.

So far, Doom: The Dark Ages looks built around standing your ground and closing the distance.

New Weapon Reveal – The Reaver Shot

The trailer also introduces a brand-new weapon: the Reaver Shot. It’s a ranged-melee hybrid that launches a chained ball toward enemies before quickly reeling it back in. You can charge the shot for a more powerful strike, making it ideal for The Dark Ages’ aggressive, close-quarters combat focus.

id Software is taking a bold new approach with this installment. Unlike Doom (2016) or Doom Eternal, where speed, mobility, and verticality defined the action, The Dark Ages grounds players—literally. The Doom Slayer is always equipped with a shield, and vertical movement is minimal. This time, the game emphasizes parrying, pushing forward, and raw melee combat.

Doom: The Dark Ages Editions and Pre-Order Bonuses

Doom: The Dark Ages will come in three editions, with something for every level of Slayer:

Pre-Order Bonus

• Void Doom Slayer Skin (available to all pre-orders)

Premium Edition

Includes:

• Base Game

• 2-Day Early Access

• Campaign DLC (TBA)

• Digital Artbook and Soundtrack

• Divinity Skin Pack

Collector’s Bundle

Everything in the Premium Edition, plus:

• 12” Doom Slayer PVC Statue

• Metal Red Key Card Replica

• SteelBook Case

Doom: The Dark Ages is almost here as ID Software is set to launch the shooter on May 15 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The game will also be available through PC and Xbox Game Pass on day one.

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