DOOM: The Dark Ages System Requirements Unveiled

Author : Simon Apr 11,2025

The iconic Slayer is set to journey back to the dark ages with the latest installment in the DOOM series, as revealed at the Xbox Developer_Direct. id Software has officially introduced DOOM: The Dark Ages, treating fans to a glimpse of its dynamic gameplay and confirming a release date of May 15. This eagerly anticipated title promises to redefine the benchmarks for graphics and performance, powered by the cutting-edge idTech8 engine. Players can look forward to enhanced visuals thanks to ray tracing technology, which delivers stunningly realistic shadows and dynamic lighting, alongside unprecedented levels of destruction and brutality. To ensure gamers are ready, the developers have thoughtfully provided the minimum, recommended, and ultra system requirements well in advance.

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

Those who pre-order DOOM: The Dark Ages will be rewarded with exclusive content, including new looks for the Slayer, and access to additional challenges and missions. This opportunity allows players to dive deeper into the game's rich universe from the very beginning.