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DOOM: The Dark Ages System Specs Unveiled

by Charlotte Apr 17,2025

The iconic Slayer is set to dive into the dark ages with the much-anticipated release of *DOOM: The Dark Ages*. Unveiled at Xbox Developer_Direct by id Software, this latest installment promises to redefine the standards of graphics and performance. Scheduled for release on May 15, *DOOM: The Dark Ages* leverages the powerful idTech8 engine to deliver stunning visuals with ray tracing for realistic shadows and dynamic lighting, alongside an enhanced level of destruction and brutality.

To ensure fans can adequately prepare, id Software has released detailed system requirements ahead of the launch. Here’s what you need to get the most out of *DOOM: The Dark Ages*:

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

DOOM: The Dark Ages system requirementsImage: bethesda.com

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 *DOOM: The Dark Ages* can benefit from pre-ordering, which grants access to exclusive content. This includes new looks for the Slayer, as well as additional challenges and missions to enrich the gameplay experience. Get ready to immerse yourself in a visually stunning and brutally engaging world, where the Slayer's legacy continues to evolve.

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