DOOM: The Dark Ages
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July is a little light on the big new game releases, but your co-op horror Discord gang will be feastin'
July 2026 will see a lighter release schedule for major new games, with a focus on co-op horror titles and notable remakes like Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced and Halo: Campaign Evolved. The month also includes updates for existing titles such as Palworld, Final Fantasy 14, and Doom: The Dark Ages, alongside various Steam sales and events.
Doom: The Dark Ages takes you back to 1994 with classic levels added to its endgame—but that’s not all
Doom: The Dark Ages will feature classic levels integrated into its endgame, harkening back to 1994's design. This expansion adds significant new content to the game.
DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations Revelations
id Software is sharing new details about the upcoming Revelations DLC for DOOM: The Dark Ages. In an IGN preview, id Software's Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton discussed the new content for the game, which was released last year.
DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations Details
id Software is releasing more details about the upcoming Revelations DLC for DOOM: The Dark Ages. In a preview with IGN, id Software's Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton shared new information about the expansion.
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DOOM: The Dark Ages is set to bring back the Doomslayer with new gameplay mechanics and a focus on melee combat, including the "Spear Rules" element. This preview offers a glimpse into the upcoming title's dark and brutal world.
DOOM: The Dark Ages - Revelations Preview — Rip and tear out of Purgatory
DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations, a premium expansion for DOOM: The Dark Ages, will launch on July 8, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This expansion places the Slayer in a frozen Purgatory, focusing on his backstory and introducing the new Chain Spear weapon for enhanced melee combat and mobility. It promises 10-12 hours of gameplay, with a focus on challenging combat and Metroidvania-style exploration.
Doom The Dark Ages' new Revelations DLC is "the culmination of 35 years of Doom" and movement is back
The new paid DLC for Doom: The Dark Ages, titled Revelations, is described as the culmination of 35 years of Doom, reintroducing a focus on movement with a new Chain Spear weapon. This 10-12 hour expansion includes campaign elements, endgame challenges like Master Levels and classic Doom 2 levels recreated on the new engine, and new enemies. id Software's Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton discussed the DLC's blend of tanky combat and movement-focused gameplay, its new hub area, and the challenging Uber Boss.
Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations makes the Slayer into a flying tank
Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations is a significant expansion that transforms the Doom Slayer into a "flying tank" with the new Chain Spear grappling mechanic. The expansion adds a 10-12 hour story campaign with maze-like levels and a Metroidvania-inspired hub, alongside a robust endgame featuring Master levels, reimagined classic levels, and challenging arena battles.
Hugo Martin on Doom: The Dark Ages DLC: 'We Wanted to Make This Content Since Doom 2016'
Doom: The Dark Ages | Revelations, an upcoming DLC for Doom: The Dark Ages, will launch on July 7 and features a new Chain Spear weapon with Metroidvania-inspired progression. The DLC is larger than Doom Eternal's combined DLCs and includes six new levels, new enemies, an "Uber Boss," and Master Arenas. Developers Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton highlighted the Chain Spear's depth and the inclusion of retro-style levels that explore the Doom Slayer's memories.
Doom: The Dark Ages Revelations DLC Targets 10-12 Hours, With 40% of That Being Endgame Content
The Revelations DLC for Doom: The Dark Ages is expected to offer 10-12 hours of gameplay, with approximately 40% of that time dedicated to endgame content. The DLC's combat will feature aerial-focused mechanics similar to those found in Doom Eternal.
Doom: The Dark Ages | Revelations Spear Rules!
Doom: The Dark Ages introduces a new shield mechanic for defense and exploiting enemy weaknesses, which can be swapped with a spear for both offense and defense. This combat system emphasizes strategic use of the left hand for defensive and utility actions.
Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations gives players even deadlier tools to work with
Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations, the first DLC for the upcoming 2025 game, is set to release on July 7, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. This expansion introduces a frozen hell setting, new enemies like the wizard and explosive hell knight variations, and a returning Arch-Vile. A key new mechanic is the chain spear, which combines grappling with melee combat, offering new offensive and traversal options alongside the returning shield. The DLC is roughly the size of both of Doom Eternal's expansions and features a split between base game content and challenging endgame content.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Goes Supersonic With New DLC Chain Spear
DOOM: The Dark Ages is releasing its first major DLC, Revelations, on July 7 for Xbox Series X|S and PC. This expansion adds a 10-12 hour story campaign, new arenas, and the versatile Chain Spear weapon, which introduces new attack and movement mechanics. Game Director Hugo Martin highlighted how the Chain Spear will allow players to "make the tanky Dark Ages Slayer fly" and offers significant depth and skill expression.
Behold my range of handmade Steam Machine faceplates: tasteful fan-covering, on the cheap
This article provides a humorous guide on how to create custom, low-cost faceplates for the Steam Machine using common household items like paper plates, seaweed, tote bags, and popcorn bags. It contrasts these DIY solutions with more expensive third-party options and offers creative suggestions for alternative labels for a learner plate.
DOOM: The Dark Ages – Revelations – 15 Things You Need to Know Before Buying
id Software has revealed details about the upcoming expansion for DOOM: The Dark Ages, titled Revelations, launching July 7th for $19.99 on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The expansion is estimated to be 10-12 hours long and introduces the new Chain Spear weapon with various upgrade paths and combat mechanics. Revelations also features higher difficulty, new enemies, maze-like levels, and an "End Game" overlay with challenges and classic level revamps.
The 11 most exciting video game releases of July 2026
July 2026 is set to feature a mix of new releases and remakes across multiple platforms, including the highly anticipated Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced and the debut of Halo on PlayStation 5. Nintendo will also release Rhythm Paradise Groove and Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2, alongside an upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles 2.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Gets Upgraded PSSR Support on July 7th
DOOM: The Dark Ages will receive a free update on July 7th, coinciding with the "ginormous" Revelations DLC, to support the PlayStation 5 Pro's enhanced PSSR technology. This update will bring sharper visuals and improved detail to the game, enhancing the brutal combat and gore effects.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Gets 'the Cleanest Image We Can Deliver' with PSSR 2 on PS5 Pro
DOOM: The Dark Ages will receive a free update on July 7, 2026, introducing support for PlayStation 5 Pro's PSSR 2 upscaling technology. id Software states this will provide the cleanest possible image, enhancing visual clarity during fast-paced combat by using machine learning to reconstruct a sharper and more stable picture.
Upgraded PSSR comes to Doom: The Dark Ages on PS5 Pro
Doom: The Dark Ages will receive a free update on July 7th that enhances its PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) implementation exclusively for the PlayStation 5 Pro. This upgraded PSSR utilizes machine learning to provide a sharper, more stable image during intense gameplay, preserving fine details and reducing visual noise.
