The iconic Slayer is set to plunge into the depths of the dark ages with the latest installment in the DOOM series, DOOM: The Dark Ages. id Software made a thrilling announcement at Xbox Developer_Direct, revealing dynamic gameplay and setting an exciting release date of May 15. This new chapter promises to push the boundaries of graphics and performance, leveraging the cutting-edge idTech8 engine.
The game introduces advanced features such as ray tracing, which enhances the realism of shadows and dynamic lighting, alongside an elevated level of destruction and brutality that fans of the series have come to expect. To ensure players are well-prepared, id Software has shared detailed 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
Gamers eager to dive into this dark adventure can benefit from pre-ordering the game, which grants access to exclusive content. This includes new looks for the Slayer, as well as additional challenges and missions to enrich the gaming experience.