doom: the dark ages ps5 review
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Doom: The Dark Ages (PS5) Review: Parry Through Hell

Doom: The Dark Ages is a prequel to the 2016 reboot and 2020’s Doom Eternal. While I can’t say I’m particularly interested in the lore of the Slayer’s backstory, there’s plenty of allure in mixing sci-fi and fantasy and giving the Doom aesthetic a significant facelift. Thankfully, the changes aren’t all visual, as the new shield that players possess is a…

  • Parry system is extremely satisfying
  • Great boss encounters
  • Varied combat with mech and dragon levels
  • The story doesn't wind up being captivating

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