Classic DOOM demons return for DOOM: The Dark Ages

Battling through 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 beings to fight, several classic demons from 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 a few fan-favorite demons you’ll stand and fight against in DOOM: The Dark Ages. 

Curious about the many iterations of Hell’s minions across 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: When an Imp Stalker closes in, a telltale glow indicates its attack is a Hell Surge attack that can be parried. Reflect with a well-timed Shield Saw block to parry the attack, often leaving its perpetrator completely open to a deadly finishing blow! 

MANCUBUS 

If you’re familiar with previous franchise interpretations, you may already know that DOOM: The Dark Ages’ Mancubus is built big and tough like a truck, and it can hit like one too. 

Pro Tip: Deal with this large, slow-moving target from afar, making sure to strafe from its projectiles. While the Mancubus can be an unmovable object, 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 allows him to close distances to an unsuspecting demon with top speed and incredible impact, making it easier to squash this big-brained foe. 

REVENANT 

This eerie version of the skeletal Revenant can phase between its corporeal and ethereal form. 

Pro Tip: While in “ghost mode,” the Revenant is invulnerable to your attacks! (That is, unless its projectiles were reflected at it...) 

CACODEMON 

Featuring a host of tentacles and other hallmarks of 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 volleys will keep the Slayer one step ahead of its attacks.  

CYBERDEMON 

With its razor-sharp swipes, massive frame and a high powered, arm-mounted cannon, the Cyberdemon commands the battlefield as a threat from any range. 

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

DOOM: The Dark Ages is available May 15 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.