4.3
5
54 ratings
Doom The Dark Ages Review: 80 Ratings, Pros and Cons
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Doom The Dark Ages review :
With an average rating of 4.3/5, you can buy Doom The Dark Ages with your eyes closed (or almost). The opinions of the testers seem unanimous !
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Doom The Dark Ages ratings
54 Ratings ranked from best to worst, green to good grades, red to bad,
Average rating: 4.3/5.
Source: https://www.commentChoisir.fr
| 5/5 TechPowerUp | 100/100 Windows Central | 10/10 Hinsusta | 95/100 COGconnected |
| 9.5/10 Well Played | 9.5/10 XBoxEra | 9.5/10 Game-eXperience.it | 9.5/10 GameInformer |
| 9.4/10 Comunidad Xbox | 94/100 Generación Xbox | 9.2/10 Areajugones | 9.2/10 3RD Strike |
| 9/10 Shacknews | 9/10 GamingBolt | 9/10 GamersGlobal | 90/100 GameStar |
| 9/10 Vandal | 9/10 Checkpoint Gaming | 9/10 NerdMovieProductions | 9/10 MKAU Gaming |
| 90/100 Games.ch | 4.5/5 TheXboxHub | 9/10 HardwareZone | 4.5/5 PXLBBQ |
| 9/10 GameScore.it | 8.88/10 Pizza Fria | 88/100 Basic Tutorials | 8.5/10 ActuGaming |
| 85/100 MeuPlayStation | 8.5/10 Beyond Gaming | 8.5/10 wccftech | 17/20 GamerGen |
| 8.5/10 SuccesOne | 8/10 GameKult.com | 4/5 EuroGamer.fr | 4/5 TechRadar |
| 8/10 GameReactor | 8/10 TheSixthAxis | 8/10 Push Square | 16/20 JeuxActu.com |
| 8/10 GameWatcher | 8/10 PCGames | 4/5 NME | 8/10 Journal du Geek |
| 8/10 Numerama | 80/100 GameZebo | 8/10 GameHope | 80/100 GamerClick |
| 8/10 tuttoteK | 3.5/5 GamesRadar | 6/10 Niche Gamer |
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5
5
TechPowerUp
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on TechPowerUp]
100
100
Windows Central
Stellar art direction
Good mix of puzzles and combat
Impressive graphical fidelity and performance
Fun new twists on DOOM gameplay
Good mix of puzzles and combat
Impressive graphical fidelity and performance
Fun new twists on DOOM gameplay
Soundtrack, while solid, doesn't *quite* measure up to prior games
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Windows Central]
10
10
Hinsusta
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Hinsusta]
9.5
10
Game-eXperience.it
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[9.5/10] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - DOOM: The Dark Ages, la recensione del nuovo capitolo della saga in veste medievale. [read the full review on Game-eXperience.it]
[10/10] reviewed at 17/05/2025 - DOOM: The Dark Ages, la recensione dell'accessibilità: l'Inferno alla portata di tutti [read the full review on Game-eXperience.it]
[10/10] reviewed at 17/05/2025 - DOOM: The Dark Ages, la recensione dell'accessibilità: l'Inferno alla portata di tutti [read the full review on Game-eXperience.it]
95
100
COGconnected
True to form gameplay
Incredible new mechanics
Excellent sense of progression
Fun campaign
Diverse encounters and locations
Incredible new mechanics
Excellent sense of progression
Fun campaign
Diverse encounters and locations
Rare, minor bugs
[95/100] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Test Doom: The Dark Ages ? The Best Doom Game Ever Made [read the full review on COGconnected]
reviewed at 11/05/2025 - Test Doom: The Dark Ages Video ? The Best Doom Game Ever Made [read the full review on COGconnected]
reviewed at 11/05/2025 - Test Doom: The Dark Ages Video ? The Best Doom Game Ever Made [read the full review on COGconnected]
9.5
10
Well Played
Stunning visuals show off that id Tech 8 engine
Brutal melee additions fit beautifully alongside the gunplay
The Shield Saw is one of the best gaming ?weapons? in modern history
Secret hunting is a wild and rewarding part of the entire game
Story is a thrilling pulp-fest from start to finish
Brutal melee additions fit beautifully alongside the gunplay
The Shield Saw is one of the best gaming ?weapons? in modern history
Secret hunting is a wild and rewarding part of the entire game
Story is a thrilling pulp-fest from start to finish
Banking hard on longevity from completionists
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Well Played]
9.5
10
XBoxEra
Looks Great
Runs Well
Combat Variety
High Replay Value
Complete Experience
Runs Well
Combat Variety
High Replay Value
Complete Experience
Atlan/Dragon Combat Is Too Simple
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on XBoxEra]
9.5
10
GameInformer
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 15/05/2025 - [read the full review on GameInformer]
9.4
10
Comunidad Xbox
Graphically and technically solid and spectacular.
Designing vertical and challenging levels, including collectible objects, secret areas, and challenges.
We deepened its lore by including a more solid narrative.
Its arsenal continues to overflow with personality and the shield mechanic is a real success in terms of gameplay.
New gameplay mechanics such as combat on the back of a mechanical dragon and the use of the colossal mecha, which bring variety to the gameplay.
Designing vertical and challenging levels, including collectible objects, secret areas, and challenges.
We deepened its lore by including a more solid narrative.
Its arsenal continues to overflow with personality and the shield mechanic is a real success in terms of gameplay.
New gameplay mechanics such as combat on the back of a mechanical dragon and the use of the colossal mecha, which bring variety to the gameplay.
We lost the frenzy by focusing on more open scenarios.
There is a lack of more variety in the enemies.
We could have made better use of the dragon.
Secondary challenges could better exploit the gameplay.
There is a lack of more variety in the enemies.
We could have made better use of the dragon.
Secondary challenges could better exploit the gameplay.
reviewed at 20/05/2025 - [read the full review on Comunidad Xbox]
94
100
Generación Xbox
The most diverse and tactical battle of the saga
The new arsenal offers a lot of possibilities.
More different enemies than ever in DOOM.
The new arsenal offers a lot of possibilities.
More different enemies than ever in DOOM.
The slower pace may be surprising at first.
Some slightly rigid contextual animations
Some slightly rigid contextual animations
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Generación Xbox]
9.2
10
Areajugones
This is the longest DOOM of the saga and there are no parts that seem to be filler at any time.
The gameplay remains as solid as in the previous ones, offering high doses of action.
The inclusion of parrying as a central mechanic in shootouts
A huge variety of wacky situations that create a fantasy of supreme power.
The level design is more ambitious than ever.
The gameplay remains as solid as in the previous ones, offering high doses of action.
The inclusion of parrying as a central mechanic in shootouts
A huge variety of wacky situations that create a fantasy of supreme power.
The level design is more ambitious than ever.
It may take you a few hours to get familiar with the new mechanics.
The story is a bit weak, but the effort is appreciated.
The cutscenes that interrupt the action and go against the pace of the game.
The soundtrack is somewhat less iconic than that of previous games.
The story is a bit weak, but the effort is appreciated.
The cutscenes that interrupt the action and go against the pace of the game.
The soundtrack is somewhat less iconic than that of previous games.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Areajugones]
9.2
10
3RD Strike
Visuals
Amazing action
Good old-fashioned Boomer Shooter fun with modern mechanics
Amazing action
Good old-fashioned Boomer Shooter fun with modern mechanics
Bad: A few rough edges here and there
reviewed at 15/05/2025 - [read the full review on 3RD Strike]
9
10
Shacknews
Combat
Super Shotgun is once again the MVP
Shield provides lots of offensive and defensive options
Every action feels visceral and powerful
Mechs feel like a natural extension of core gameplay
Super Shotgun is once again the MVP
Shield provides lots of offensive and defensive options
Every action feels visceral and powerful
Mechs feel like a natural extension of core gameplay
The dragon
Occasionally obtuse puzzle design
Occasionally obtuse puzzle design
reviewed at 01/01/1970 - [read the full review on Shacknews]
9
10
GamingBolt
DOOM lore fanatics will likely enjoy new approach to storytelling
The Shield Saw is an excellent new addition
Varied toolset boasts enjoyable new melee weapons
Excellent roster of guns and demons
Thrilling, adrenaline-fueled gameplay that requires full and proper utilization of the Slayer's full arsenal
Engaging exploration
Excellent boss fights and set piece levels
Looks gorgeous.
The Shield Saw is an excellent new addition
Varied toolset boasts enjoyable new melee weapons
Excellent roster of guns and demons
Thrilling, adrenaline-fueled gameplay that requires full and proper utilization of the Slayer's full arsenal
Engaging exploration
Excellent boss fights and set piece levels
Looks gorgeous.
Story might not appeal to everyone
Progression is a bit too straightforward.
Progression is a bit too straightforward.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on GamingBolt]
9
10
GamersGlobal
Six levels of difficulty
Several possible adjustments of details in case of damages suffered or inflicted, timing of bets, pace of play and much more.
Also very playable with the game controller.
Field of vision also adjustable on the console
The levels already played can be replayed directly upon request.
Fast and frantic shooting action
Panel saw, absolutely awesome tool.
Lush and varied arsenal of weapons
High solo playtime (for an appropriate difficulty level of 15 years and older)
Almost always fair and well-placed checkpoints.
Motivating progression system
The sections on dragons and on Atlan bring diversity.
Overall, the level design is very good.
Many secrets and bonus items
Pleasant puzzle and platform sections (much fewer and significantly better than in Eternal)
Technically exquisite graphics based on the id Tech 8 engine.
Design of a fantastic opponent
A huge level of detail for weapons, environments, and enemies.
Smooth representation throughout
Very short loading times, often invisible.
Catchy metal soundtrack
Powerful and rewarding sound effects
Completely and well dubbed in German.
Several possible adjustments of details in case of damages suffered or inflicted, timing of bets, pace of play and much more.
Also very playable with the game controller.
Field of vision also adjustable on the console
The levels already played can be replayed directly upon request.
Fast and frantic shooting action
Panel saw, absolutely awesome tool.
Lush and varied arsenal of weapons
High solo playtime (for an appropriate difficulty level of 15 years and older)
Almost always fair and well-placed checkpoints.
Motivating progression system
The sections on dragons and on Atlan bring diversity.
Overall, the level design is very good.
Many secrets and bonus items
Pleasant puzzle and platform sections (much fewer and significantly better than in Eternal)
Technically exquisite graphics based on the id Tech 8 engine.
Design of a fantastic opponent
A huge level of detail for weapons, environments, and enemies.
Smooth representation throughout
Very short loading times, often invisible.
Catchy metal soundtrack
Powerful and rewarding sound effects
Completely and well dubbed in German.
Timing-based shares may not be suitable for everyone (the timing window can be extended)
Later, there will be one or two big fights too many.
The dragon battle is only moderately successful.
The story brings little added value.
Some application domains are visually rather dull.
Later, there will be one or two big fights too many.
The dragon battle is only moderately successful.
The story brings little added value.
Some application domains are visually rather dull.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on GamersGlobal]
90
100
GameStar
... you feel like having a wonderfully retro shooter.
... you want a beautifully orchestrated solo campaign from start to finish.
Your alarm clock plays a metal song in the morning.
... you want a beautifully orchestrated solo campaign from start to finish.
Your alarm clock plays a metal song in the morning.
... they attach importance to gameplay modes and long-term motivation outside of the campaign.
... you prefer slow-paced gunfights in shooting games.
... you prefer listening to Pur rather than Slayer.
... you prefer slow-paced gunfights in shooting games.
... you prefer listening to Pur rather than Slayer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Video: Doom: The Dark Ages ist ein (fast) perfekter Shooter! | Test/Review [read the full review on GameStar]
[90/100] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Plus - Test: Doom - The Dark Ages im Test: Wenn die Hölle so viel Spaß macht, sind wir gerne Sünder! [read the full review on GameStar]
[90/100] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Plus - Test: Doom - The Dark Ages im Test: Wenn die Hölle so viel Spaß macht, sind wir gerne Sünder! [read the full review on GameStar]
9
10
Vandal
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Vandal]
9
10
Checkpoint Gaming
Excellent use of the theme
Story deepens the journey
Shield parrying reshapes gameplay
Strong weapon variety
Impressive visual and audio
Story deepens the journey
Shield parrying reshapes gameplay
Strong weapon variety
Impressive visual and audio
Dragon riding and mech missions are weak
Sometimes repetitive music loops
Sometimes repetitive music loops
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Checkpoint Gaming]
9
10
NerdMovieProductions
DOOM is still the undisputed king of boomer shooters.
The new parry mechanic is appreciated.
The biggest and baddest chapter of DOOM of all time!
Technically flawless on console.
The new parry mechanic is appreciated.
The biggest and baddest chapter of DOOM of all time!
Technically flawless on console.
Once again, the bosses can be counted on one hand.
The appearance of enemies almost always follows the same order, becoming predictable.
The appearance of enemies almost always follows the same order, becoming predictable.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on NerdMovieProductions]
9
10
MKAU Gaming
Plenty of new brutal weapons and abilities
Satisfing new combat mechanics
Simple and streamlined upgrade system
Smooth buttery gameplay
Amazing head banging, heavy metal soundtrack
Satisfing new combat mechanics
Simple and streamlined upgrade system
Smooth buttery gameplay
Amazing head banging, heavy metal soundtrack
No more double jumping
No more air and side dashing
Dragon combat sections aren't overly fun
No more air and side dashing
Dragon combat sections aren't overly fun
reviewed at 01/04/2025 - DOOM: The Dark Ages (PC) ? Hands On Preview [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
[9/10] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Test DOOM: The Dark Ages (PlayStation 5) ? [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
[9/10] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Test DOOM: The Dark Ages (PlayStation 5) ? [read the full review on MKAU Gaming]
90
100
Games.ch
Atmospheric and equally cool staging
Exciting scenario
Variety within the countryside composed of 22 chapters.
Complex shooting mechanics - thanks to blocking and parrying, now a bit more tactical.
vast arsenal of weapons with additional features and numerous enhancements
Puzzle and vehicle passages
Many adjustment options
Hidden jokes and cross-references for loyal fans
Exciting scenario
Variety within the countryside composed of 22 chapters.
Complex shooting mechanics - thanks to blocking and parrying, now a bit more tactical.
vast arsenal of weapons with additional features and numerous enhancements
Puzzle and vehicle passages
Many adjustment options
Hidden jokes and cross-references for loyal fans
Dragon sequences do not fully exploit their potential.
Sometimes very chaotic
The story is correct, but it is rather secondary.
Sometimes very chaotic
The story is correct, but it is rather secondary.
reviewed at 23/01/2025 - Doom: The Dark Ages - Vorschau / Preview [read the full review on Games.ch]
[90/100] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Test DOOM: The Dark Ages - Test / [read the full review on Games.ch]
[90/100] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Test DOOM: The Dark Ages - Test / [read the full review on Games.ch]
4.5
5
TheXboxHub
Shield Saw is integrated well
Mecha Dragon and Atlan Mech levels are huge fun
Looks bloody brilliant
Lengthy campaign
Mecha Dragon and Atlan Mech levels are huge fun
Looks bloody brilliant
Lengthy campaign
Underwhelming narrative
reviewed at 12/05/2025 - [read the full review on TheXboxHub]
9
10
HardwareZone
Arguably the most accessible Doom for newcomers
Fun (and long) single-player campaign
Fantastic weapons
Shield and new melee combat
Fun (and long) single-player campaign
Fantastic weapons
Shield and new melee combat
No multiplayer mode
Veteran Doom players may scoff at the game's slower pace
Mecha and dragon-riding features feel very one-dimensional
Veteran Doom players may scoff at the game's slower pace
Mecha and dragon-riding features feel very one-dimensional
reviewed at 14/05/2025 - [read the full review on HardwareZone]
4.5
5
PXLBBQ
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on PXLBBQ]
9
10
GameScore.it
Narratively interesting, especially the antagonist...
Lively, fluid and frenetic as always;
Technically stunning and impressive;
The fight is extremely meticulous and precise.
Lively, fluid and frenetic as always;
Technically stunning and impressive;
The fight is extremely meticulous and precise.
even if it is not explicitly stated in a very clear way;
Left with a villain and a repetitive dragon;
The rhythm is often interrupted by certain factors.
Left with a villain and a repetitive dragon;
The rhythm is often interrupted by certain factors.
reviewed at 24/05/2025 - [read the full review on GameScore.it]
8.88
10
Pizza Fria
Wonderful fight
The shield was an excellent addition.
Wonderful soundtrack
Translation and localization PT-BR
The shield was an excellent addition.
Wonderful soundtrack
Translation and localization PT-BR
Lack of care for the nostalgic elements of the series
Lack of memorable leaders
The soundtrack, although excellent, does not feature any memorable songs.
Lack of memorable leaders
The soundtrack, although excellent, does not feature any memorable songs.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Pizza Fria]
88
100
Basic Tutorials
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 12/05/2025 - [read the full review on Basic Tutorials]
8.5
10
ActuGaming
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on ActuGaming]
85
100
MeuPlayStation
Gameplay quite varied and intense, with the spirit of DOOM
Incredible visuals, with various well-built environments
Complete localization for Brazilian Portuguese
Audio work is, once again, a great strength.
The narrative borrowing enriches the experience.
Incredible visuals, with various well-built environments
Complete localization for Brazilian Portuguese
Audio work is, once again, a great strength.
The narrative borrowing enriches the experience.
The speed and verticality innovations of Doom Eternal have been overlooked.
There is no type of multiplayer interaction, which could be cool.
There is no type of multiplayer interaction, which could be cool.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on MeuPlayStation]
8.5
10
Beyond Gaming
The new frame is fantastic.
Often feels simply epic
Great soundtrack
Brutal and hyperkinetic fights
The graphics performance is excellent.
Often feels simply epic
Great soundtrack
Brutal and hyperkinetic fights
The graphics performance is excellent.
Some gameplay concepts are less well developed.
The feeling of repetitiveness can be a harmful factor.
The story begins in a somewhat fragmented way.
The feeling of repetitiveness can be a harmful factor.
The story begins in a somewhat fragmented way.
[8.5/10] reviewed at 09/05/2025 - Review: DOOM: The Dark Ages [read the full review on Beyond Gaming]
reviewed at 14/05/2025 - Videoreview: DOOM: The Dark Ages [read the full review on Beyond Gaming]
reviewed at 14/05/2025 - Videoreview: DOOM: The Dark Ages [read the full review on Beyond Gaming]
8.5
10
wccftech
Outstanding run & gun DOOM gameplay.
Fantastic visual design and audio.
A good, long, meaty campaign.
Great level design, with some huge scale battles at points.
Fantastic visual design and audio.
A good, long, meaty campaign.
Great level design, with some huge scale battles at points.
The dragon and gundam sections won't be to everybodies liking, even boring.
Glory kills have gone from regular combat.
Glory kills have gone from regular combat.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on wccftech]
17
20
GamerGen
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 01/01/1970 - [read the full review on GamerGen]
8.5
10
SuccesOne
a much more talkative DOOM...
Visually sublime
Spectacular sound of weapons
Well-balanced weaponry
Shield bringing a bestial aspect to the game
Visually sublime
Spectacular sound of weapons
Well-balanced weaponry
Shield bringing a bestial aspect to the game
... but too often for nothing
Lack of charm in the scenario
Lack of charm in the scenario
reviewed at 20/05/2025 - [read the full review on SuccesOne]
8
10
GameKult.com
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on GameKult.com]
4
5
EuroGamer.fr
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on EuroGamer.fr]
4
5
TechRadar
The guns feel great to shoot
Big levels packed with secrets
The Slayer is still a powerful presence
Great boss-filled third act
Big levels packed with secrets
The Slayer is still a powerful presence
Great boss-filled third act
Movement is severely nerfed
New characters aren?t interesting enough to the justify story focus
Dragon and Mech stages are very basic
The Dark Ages concept isn?t fully explored
New characters aren?t interesting enough to the justify story focus
Dragon and Mech stages are very basic
The Dark Ages concept isn?t fully explored
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on TechRadar]
8
10
GameReactor
Timeless and thrilling Doom action. Flashy
polished
and exciting. Great and truly fitting setting and design style.
polished
and exciting. Great and truly fitting setting and design style.
Lacks a bit of narrative finesse and focus. Scales back customisation and weapon variety. The dragon is a misfire...
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on GameReactor]
8
10
TheSixthAxis
Incredible heavy-metal weapons and monster designs
Parry-focused combat is rewarding and varied
Loaded with challenges and secrets
You can pilot a mech!!!
Parry-focused combat is rewarding and varied
Loaded with challenges and secrets
You can pilot a mech!!!
Dragon combat is floaty and disjointed
Combat is slower and less exhilarating than the prior game
Ray tracing requirement on PC adds major performance burden
Combat is slower and less exhilarating than the prior game
Ray tracing requirement on PC adds major performance burden
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on TheSixthAxis]
8
10
Push Square
Outstanding gunplay and combat
Shield Saw and mace are excellent
Fun exploration in bigger levels
Industry-leading audio design
Shield Saw and mace are excellent
Fun exploration in bigger levels
Industry-leading audio design
Mech and dragon sections are poor
Throwaway story
Throwaway story
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Push Square]
16
20
JeuxActu.com
A rich, intense and technical hand-to-hand combat system. The chainsaw-shield: a brilliant idea, well executed. Top optimization, smooth framerate. A deliberate break from previous episodes. Thrilling sensations of power once mastery is achieved. The successful blend of heroic fantasy and techno hell in the artistic direction. A substantial lifespan, with many secrets.
Semi-open structure not very inspired. The backtracking phases are not very interesting. Puzzles are too basic and too simple as well. Some pacing issues in the campaign. Overall, level design is not as strong as in DOOM Eternal.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on JeuxActu.com]
8
10
GameWatcher
The best graphical performance in a cutting-edge AAA game this generation
The most metal art direction in recent memory
Varied roster of both familiar and creative new weapons
Mini-dungeons and areas with specific ideas are welcomes changes of pace
Ridiculous (in a good way) third act
The smooth, old-school gunplay blends well with the punchy melee mechanics
The most metal art direction in recent memory
Varied roster of both familiar and creative new weapons
Mini-dungeons and areas with specific ideas are welcomes changes of pace
Ridiculous (in a good way) third act
The smooth, old-school gunplay blends well with the punchy melee mechanics
Combat loop and exploration are a bit too streamlined
Weak, forgettable narrative
Giant mech and dragon sections don?t reach their full potential
Weak, forgettable narrative
Giant mech and dragon sections don?t reach their full potential
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on GameWatcher]
8
10
PCGames
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 12/05/2025 - [read the full review on PCGames]
4
5
NME
Rad metal aesthetic and world
Awesome guns and gameplay
Compelling upgrade system
Awesome guns and gameplay
Compelling upgrade system
Mech and dragon sections feel like a bit of an afterthought
?Bullet hell? style makes less sense on lower difficulties
?Bullet hell? style makes less sense on lower difficulties
reviewed at 14/05/2025 - [read the full review on NME]
8
10
Journal du Geek
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 19/05/2025 - [read the full review on Journal du Geek]
8
10
Numerama
Beautiful, fluid, gory
The shield is an excellent novelty.
Brute force and technique at the same time
The shield is an excellent novelty.
Brute force and technique at the same time
Architecture of setback levels
The dragon and the mecha, far from being unforgettable
Soundtrack in the background
The dragon and the mecha, far from being unforgettable
Soundtrack in the background
reviewed at 19/05/2025 - [read the full review on Numerama]
80
100
GameZebo
Seamless meshing of gunplay and melee re-tools Doom?s gameplay all over again
Impressive selection of customisable weaponry to suit individual playing styles
Solid level design with satisfyingly hard-to-reach secret areas
Impressive selection of customisable weaponry to suit individual playing styles
Solid level design with satisfyingly hard-to-reach secret areas
Mech and dragon forays are amusing, but feel grossly underdeveloped
Visually arresting, while not breaking as many technical barriers as past Dooms
Demon designs - and executions - surprisingly lack id?s usual imagination
Visually arresting, while not breaking as many technical barriers as past Dooms
Demon designs - and executions - surprisingly lack id?s usual imagination
reviewed at 21/05/2025 - [read the full review on GameZebo]
8
10
GameHope
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
[8/10] reviewed at 22/05/2025 - Doom : The Dark Ages (Xbox Series) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 22/05/2025 - Doom : The Dark Ages (PS5) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 22/05/2025 - Doom : The Dark Ages (PC) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 22/05/2025 - Doom : The Dark Ages (PS5) [read the full review on GameHope]
[8/10] reviewed at 22/05/2025 - Doom : The Dark Ages (PC) [read the full review on GameHope]
80
100
GamerClick
Original and successful artistic direction;
Wide variety of situations and missions...
Satisfying, tactical and thoughtful combat system...
Accessible and customizable gameplay;
Wide variety of situations and missions...
Satisfying, tactical and thoughtful combat system...
Accessible and customizable gameplay;
Centrality and excessive permissiveness of the shield/parade compared to firearms;
...but the theoretically spectacular sections are not very incisive from a gameplay perspective.
...but with a slower overall pace and less adrenaline-inducing.
...but the theoretically spectacular sections are not very incisive from a gameplay perspective.
...but with a slower overall pace and less adrenaline-inducing.
reviewed at 22/05/2025 - [read the full review on GamerClick]
8
10
tuttoteK
No "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 24/05/2025 - [read the full review on tuttoteK]
3.5
5
GamesRadar
+
Gunplay remains as brutal as ever
+
The shield is a good addition to combat
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Entertaining visuals and aesthetics
Gunplay remains as brutal as ever
+
The shield is a good addition to combat
+
Entertaining visuals and aesthetics
-
The story and the Slayer himself lack personality
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Melee and parrying focus don't justify the loss of mobility
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Dragon and mech sequences are pretty shallow
The story and the Slayer himself lack personality
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Melee and parrying focus don't justify the loss of mobility
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Dragon and mech sequences are pretty shallow
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on GamesRadar]
6
10
Niche Gamer
Parrying is a fun mechanic and worthy addition to the Doom man's abilties
Dazzling spectacle and heavy metal vistas
Meaty combat and visceral action with satisfying gore
Massive levels and considerate warnings for when players are about to cross points of no return
The skull crusher is an excellent new weapon
Dazzling spectacle and heavy metal vistas
Meaty combat and visceral action with satisfying gore
Massive levels and considerate warnings for when players are about to cross points of no return
The skull crusher is an excellent new weapon
The lame feminization of renaming "I'm Too Young To Die", and difficulty modifiers cheapen the game's balance
The publisher couldn't be bothered to release the physical game with the game actually on the disc
The story has become very unDoom-like, focusing on uninteresting characters, and feels more like Warhammer 40K
Out of place turret sections, dull mecha sequences, and gimmicky dragon set-pieces that get in the way of the main gameplay
For a $70 dollar AAA game, it's too short, too mindless, and lacks multiplayer/co-op, and insulting yellow paint guidance
The publisher couldn't be bothered to release the physical game with the game actually on the disc
The story has become very unDoom-like, focusing on uninteresting characters, and feels more like Warhammer 40K
Out of place turret sections, dull mecha sequences, and gimmicky dragon set-pieces that get in the way of the main gameplay
For a $70 dollar AAA game, it's too short, too mindless, and lacks multiplayer/co-op, and insulting yellow paint guidance
reviewed at 18/05/2025 - [read the full review on Niche Gamer]
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not scored
hyNerd.itNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/06/2024 - DOOM: The Dark Ages, un trailer incredibile [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 05/05/2025 - Doom The Dark Ages, il director spiega i cambiamenti alle Glory Kill [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 06/05/2025 - Xbox Game Pass, Doom The Dark Ages, Revenge of the Savage Planet e altro in arrivo [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 05/05/2025 - Doom The Dark Ages, il director spiega i cambiamenti alle Glory Kill [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
reviewed at 06/05/2025 - Xbox Game Pass, Doom The Dark Ages, Revenge of the Savage Planet e altro in arrivo [read the full review on hyNerd.it]
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TweakersNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 23/01/2025 - Doom: The Dark Ages - Fameuze shooterserie keert terug naar de basis [read the full review on Tweakers]
reviewed at 16/05/2025 - Review - DOOM: The Dark Ages - Grootser en mooier, mist magie Eternal [read the full review on Tweakers]
reviewed at 16/05/2025 - Review - DOOM: The Dark Ages - Grootser en mooier, mist magie Eternal [read the full review on Tweakers]
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DigitalTrendsDoom Slayer gets his due
Excellent combat
Intricate level design
Looks fantastic
Excellent combat
Intricate level design
Looks fantastic
Convoluted lore story
Underwhelming mech and dragon missions
Dynamically flat action throughout
Underwhelming mech and dragon missions
Dynamically flat action throughout
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on DigitalTrends]
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not scored
TechRaptorThe new Shield Saw is satisfyingly overpowered
Fast-paced gameplay is intact despite the removal of dodge mechanics
New mech and dragon missions provide some gameplay diversity
Fast-paced gameplay is intact despite the removal of dodge mechanics
New mech and dragon missions provide some gameplay diversity
Some characters are painfully bland
Platforming segments have been virtually removed and exploration is less vertical
Cinematic execution moves are almost nonexistant
Platforming segments have been virtually removed and exploration is less vertical
Cinematic execution moves are almost nonexistant
reviewed at 03/05/2025 - [read the full review on TechRaptor]
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not scored
MMORPG.comNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on MMORPG.com]
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not scored
Computer BildNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Computer Bild]
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not scored
Multiplayer.itThe fight is, in a word, perfect.
Technically, it is amazing, especially regarding asset streaming and loading.
Granular difficulty management greatly increases replayability.
Technically, it is amazing, especially regarding asset streaming and loading.
Granular difficulty management greatly increases replayability.
The sections on board the dragon spoil the overall experience.
On the most open maps, we notice a certain flatness in the design of the levels.
Sometimes, there is a discrepancy between the videos and the gameplay.
On the most open maps, we notice a certain flatness in the design of the levels.
Sometimes, there is a discrepancy between the videos and the gameplay.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Multiplayer.it]
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not scored
ComputerBaseNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on ComputerBase]
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not scored
TierraGamerNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on TierraGamer]
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not scored
Hardware UpgradeNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Hardware Upgrade]
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not scored
GamesWeltAn excellent adaptation of the Doom style to the Middle Ages
A varied arsenal of weapons with no real bad choices.
Useful upgrades for firearms, shield, and close combat.
The pace of play is no longer as high and exhausting in Eternal.
Extremely satisfying feedback
Various difficulty adjustment options
Very powerful soundtrack and overall sound quality
A varied arsenal of weapons with no real bad choices.
Useful upgrades for firearms, shield, and close combat.
The pace of play is no longer as high and exhausting in Eternal.
Extremely satisfying feedback
Various difficulty adjustment options
Very powerful soundtrack and overall sound quality
The missing Glorykills hurt.
The genius of a Mick Gordon is missing
The missions with Atlan and the dragons have a potential that is lagging behind.
The story is still largely insignificant.
The genius of a Mick Gordon is missing
The missions with Atlan and the dragons have a potential that is lagging behind.
The story is still largely insignificant.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on GamesWelt]
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not scored
SmartworldFascinating and coherent framework
Well-implemented shield parade system
Varied and customizable arsenal
Excellent longevity with 22 chapters
Captivating and adrenaline-filled soundtrack
New mechanics that enrich the gameplay without altering it.
Well-implemented shield parade system
Varied and customizable arsenal
Excellent longevity with 22 chapters
Captivating and adrenaline-filled soundtrack
New mechanics that enrich the gameplay without altering it.
Some levels are a bit vast and scattered
The story begins without too many compliments or explanations.
The improvement of weapons depends on exploration.
The story begins without too many compliments or explanations.
The improvement of weapons depends on exploration.
reviewed at 09/05/2025 - [read the full review on Smartworld]
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not scored
GeekCultureNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 13/05/2025 - [read the full review on GeekCulture]
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not scored
TestingBuddiesNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 12/05/2025 - [read the full review on TestingBuddies]
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not scored
GameSpaceDynamic gameplay and visuals
Memorable locations
Interesting set of useful weapons and abilities
Varied opponents
Memorable locations
Interesting set of useful weapons and abilities
Varied opponents
Uninspiring, in comparison with previous parts, soundtrack
Hurricane gameplay replaced by slow-motion bullet hell battles
Half of the guns are not needed or used much
Missions with the Titan and the Dragon have a great potential, but it's not met
Hurricane gameplay replaced by slow-motion bullet hell battles
Half of the guns are not needed or used much
Missions with the Titan and the Dragon have a great potential, but it's not met
reviewed at 15/05/2025 - [read the full review on GameSpace]
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not scored
Game ITNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 15/05/2025 - [read the full review on Game IT]
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not scored
NotebookCheckNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 16/05/2025 - [read the full review on NotebookCheck]
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not scored
Lords of GamingNo "Pros & Cons" find for this reviewer.
reviewed at 15/05/2025 - [read the full review on Lords of Gaming]
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What rating did Doom The Dark Ages get?
An average rating of 4.3/5 with 54 ratings.This Video Games got 4 times the maximum score in the reviews!
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