Get ready to witness the brutality! The hype is real, as Doom: The Dark Ages, the highly anticipated prequel to the critically acclaimed 2016 Doom reboot, is just around the corner. Gamers worldwide are eagerly awaiting this next installment from id Software, which promises to deliver the franchise's signature fast-paced, demon-slaying action with a medieval twist.

To fuel the excitement even further, Bethesda Softworks has announced that the official second trailer for Doom: The Dark Ages will premiere during Wrestlemania!

Wrestlemania to Host DOOM: The Dark Ages Trailer Premiere

The official Doom X account confirmed that "Official Trailer 2" for Doom: The Dark Ages will drop during Wrestlemania 41 on Sunday. While the full trailer won't air live during the event, a TV spot teaser will be shown, followed by the online release of the complete trailer for everyone to devour.

Here’s the official announcement:

DOOM: The Dark Ages | Official Trailer 2 incoming…Tune in to #WrestleMania 41 on Sunday for the premiere of the TV spot followed by the full trailer here. pic.twitter.com/2k8X4a36pU

While the specifics of the trailer content are still under wraps, the teaser image gives us a glimpse of the Doom Slayer in action, ready for medieval mayhem.

DOOM and Wrestlemania: A Surprising, Yet Familiar Pairing

The Wrestlemania reveal might seem unexpected to some, but DOOM and WWE have a history. Twenty years ago, the live-action DOOM movie, starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, debuted. This connection makes the Wrestlemania trailer premiere a fitting, albeit unexpected, nod to the franchise's past.

Doom: The Dark Ages - What to Expect

Doom: The Dark Ages, unveiled at last year's Xbox Games Showcase, aims to refine the DOOM experience based on feedback from Doom Eternal. Specifically, the developers are reportedly minimizing platforming elements, focusing more on intense ground-based combat, dodging, and weaving through hordes of demonic enemies.

Despite the widespread excitement, some corners of the internet have dubbed the game "Doom: The Woke Ages." Game director Hugo Martin addressed this criticism, emphasizing that design choices, like adjustable difficulty sliders, are intended to cater to a wide range of players, from newcomers to veterans.

Release Date, Editions, and Pre-order Bonuses

Mark your calendars! Doom: The Dark Ages launches on May 14th for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC, priced at $69.99.

For hardcore fans, the $99.99 Premium Edition offers:

  • 2-day Early Access (starting May 12th)
  • Campaign DLC (when released)
  • Digital Artbook
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Divinity Skin Pack

Pre-ordering any edition unlocks the exclusive Void Slayer skin.

Are you hyped for Doom: The Dark Ages and the new trailer? Share your thoughts in the comments below!