Bethesda and id Software showcased a new demo of DOOM: The Dark Ages during the Xbox showcase, confirming earlier rumors of a May 15th release date.

Transporting players to the medieval era, The Dark Ages offers a distinctly different gameplay experience from its predecessors. This iteration emphasizes a more grounded, powerful combat style, transforming the player into a relentless, tank-like killing machine. Unlike the frenetic, parkour-heavy combat of DOOM: Eternal, The Dark Ages encourages a more deliberate approach. Players will spend less time airborne and more time utilizing a brutal arsenal to decimate demons from the ground.

Key weapons in this demonic onslaught include a shield and mace, providing a visceral and satisfyingly brutal combat experience. For the first time in the DOOM franchise, players will also command a giant mech, providing a significant advantage against smaller demons. Further enhancing the epic scale, players will even have the opportunity to ride a dragon during the campaign.

A flexible difficulty customization system allows players to tailor the challenge to their preferences, adjusting enemy damage, and other parameters to create the perfect balance of challenge and enjoyment.

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