Agadon the Hunter, a brand-new enemy replacing the Marauder, is no mere upgrade. This unique foe blends the traits of several bosses, boasting impressive dodging, evasion, and even projectile deflection capabilities that will challenge even the most skilled Doom Slayer. Prepare for a diverse array of combo attacks, demanding mastery of the sawtooth shield – a mechanic reminiscent of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, a game that heavily influenced the developers. The Agadon encounter serves as the ultimate test, a final exam synthesizing all previously learned skills.

The developers, recognizing player feedback regarding the Marauder's difficulty, haven't abandoned the concept of a challenging boss fight. However, they acknowledge the previous issue wasn't the difficulty itself, but rather its abrupt introduction and lack of clear explanation.

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The Marauder's reliance on previously unused mechanics led to player frustration, disrupting the game's flow. DOOM: The Dark Ages aims to rectify this with a smoother integration of mechanics and improved player preparation.

DOOM: The Dark Ages launches May 15, 2025, on current-gen consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) and PC (Steam).