Prepare for an epic plunge into the dark ages with the latest installment in the iconic DOOM series. At the recent Xbox Developer_Direct, id Software pulled back the curtain on DOOM: The Dark Ages, treating fans to a glimpse of dynamic gameplay and setting the stage for a thrilling release on May 15.

Powered by the cutting-edge idTech8 engine, DOOM: The Dark Ages promises to push the boundaries of graphics and performance. The developers have integrated ray tracing to deliver lifelike shadows and dynamic lighting, alongside enhanced levels of destruction and the series' signature brutality. To ensure fans can gear up for the experience, id Software has been proactive in sharing the game's system requirements for various performance levels.

Minimum Requirements (1080p, 60 fps, Low Settings):

• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
• Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel i7 10700K (8 cores/16 threads)
• Graphics card: RTX 2060 Super or RX 6600 with 8GB VRAM
• RAM: 16GB
• SSD: 512GB (100GB of free space)

Recommended Requirements (1440p, 60 fps, High Settings):

• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
• Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or Intel i7 12700K
• Graphics card: RTX 3080 or RX 6800 with 10GB VRAM
• RAM: 32GB
• SSD: 512GB

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Ultra (4K, 60 fps, Ultra Settings):

• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit
• Processor: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or Intel i7 12700K
• Graphics card: RTX 4080 or RX 7900XT with 16GB VRAM
• RAM: 32GB
• SSD: 512GB

For those eager to dive in early, pre-ordering DOOM: The Dark Ages comes with exclusive perks. Players can look forward to new Slayer skins, as well as access to additional challenges and missions that will enhance their gameplay experience.