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Episode 103: DOOM: The Dark Ages Is HERE! Brutal, Bold & Bloody
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💀 Rip and tear returns in medieval style! In Episode 103 of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips dive headfirst into DOOM: The Dark Ages—id Software’s bold new vision for the legendary FPS franchise.
From heavy metal combat and brutal executions to its dark fantasy setting, we’re breaking down the trailer, gameplay, lore, and everything that’s got the community hyped (or concerned). Is this the most exciting direction for DOOM yet—or a gamble too far?
🎙️ In This Episode:
- ⚔️ First impressions of DOOM: The Dark Ages gameplay and setting
- 🧠 Why id Software made the shift to medieval brutality
- 🔥 How this stacks up against DOOM Eternal and classic DOOM
- 🎮 What fans love—and what has them worried
🔥 Highlights:
- Lore breakdown: the Slayer’s new role in a dark, ancient world
- Our take on the new weapons, enemies, and design choices
- Is this DOOM’s God of War moment?
- Honest predictions: Game of the Year contender or niche experiment?
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