Classic DOOM demons return for DOOM: The Dark Ages

Battling across war-scarred realms and worlds beyond, the DOOM Slayer will encounter a menagerie of imposing demons throughout DOOM: The Dark Ages’ epic campaign. 

On top of deadly new creatures to fight, several demons from throughout the DOOM franchise return with new looks to match the dark fantasy setting. Check out some concept art from the talented team at id Software for a close-up look at the concepts fueling a number of fan-favorite demons you’ll Stand And Fight against in DOOM: The Dark Ages.

Curious about the many iterations of Hell’s minions in the DOOM franchise? Dive into this video from community member Reapz for more: 

IMP STALKER 

No frontline force in Hell is complete without this spiked menace; say hello to the Imp Stalker! 

Pro Tip: The Imp Stalker frequently uses Hell Surge attacks, which can be easily detected by their glowing effect. Reflect the Hell Surge with a well-timed Shield Saw block to parry it back, often leaving its perpetrator completely dazed! 

MANCUBUS 

Similar to previous franchise interpretations of this bulky beast, DOOM: The Dark Ages’ Mancubus is built like a truck - and it hits like one, too. 

Pro Tip: Deal with this slow-moving target from afar, strafing clear of projectiles and taking advantage of its hard-to-miss silhouette to lay on the serious firepower. The Mancubus may be an unmovable obstacle, but the Slayer is the ultimate unstoppable force!

ARACHNOTRON 

The Arachnotron excels at range, dealing volleys of suppressing fire from its mounted cannon with impressive accuracy. 

Pro Tip: The DOOM Slayer’s Shield Charge ability lets him close in on an unsuspecting demon with incredible speed and impact, making it a lot easier to squash this big-brained foe.

REVENANT 

Watch out, this eerie version of the skeletal Revenant phases between its corporeal and ethereal forms!

Pro Tip: In “ghost mode,” the Revenant is invulnerable to your attacks…that is, unless you were to parry back its Hell Surge projectiles and stun the ol’ bag o’ bones instead!

CACODEMON 

Featuring a host of tentacles and other hallmarks of beings from the Cosmic Realm, the Cacodemon is a one-eyed terror of the skies. 

Pro Tip: The Cacodemon may attempt aerial superiority, but knowing how to duck and weave past its ranged attacks will ensure the Slayer is always one step ahead.

CYBERDEMON 

With its razor-sharp claws, impressive frame and a massive cannon for an arm, the Cyberdemon commands the battlefield as a deadly threat from any range.  

Pro Tip: Concentrate fire until you can destroy its arm-mounted weapon and then go for the finish! In other words, to defeat the Cyberdemon, shoot at it until it dies. 

DOOM: The Dark Ages is available for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, Steam, and PlayStation 5 – play it day one with Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass. Play it on both Series X|S and Xbox PC at no additional cost with Xbox Play Anywhere. For more information, visit DOOM.com.