Once again, you can slip into the role of the Slayer and live out a brutal power fantasy. In our DOOM The Dark Ages tips and tricks, you’ll learn what you need to keep in mind during combat and what changes have been introduced compared to Eternal and the 2016 version. We’ll also give you helpful information about the weapons and the game world.
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1) How to use your shield correctly
The biggest new feature in DOOM The Dark Ages compared to all its predecessors is the shield. It’s the main component of the combat system. What’s remarkable about it is that it serves as a defensive tool and can also be used actively for attacks. Hold down the right mouse button (left shoulder button on a controller) to target your opponents and then throw your shield at them.
Thanks to the area damage, this attack can neutralize entire groups of smaller enemies and even restore some of your HP. The shield can also eliminate distant enemies, or you can use it as an intermediate attack before switching from ranged combat to melee combat.
With the Shield Throw, you can even knock down multiple monsters or break through the armor of armored enemies. Your shield not only deals damage when thrown, but also when it returns to you.
Even large demons can be temporarily put out of action. A well-aimed shield throw stuns them, giving you valuable seconds. However, remember that your shield only returns to you at the push of a button. Use this moment wisely because you are temporarily more vulnerable without it.
2) DOOM The Dark Ages tips for parrying
When fighting the hordes of hell in DOOM The Dark Ages, the shield is your most important tool for precise counterattacks. When your opponent fires green energy projectiles, you can parry them at the right moment with a well-aimed shield block. This automatically deflects the projectile back toward the attacker. You can cause massive damage without having to aim.
Especially against enemies with complex attack formations, it’s worth staying passive momentarily and deflecting multiple projectiles in a targeted manner. If you master parrying early on, you’ll gain a huge advantage later in the game. Thanks to upgrades, your shield will eventually trigger shock waves that can stagger entire groups.
With the help of special shield runes, you can unlock additional effects that further enhance your counter abilities. Against powerful demons, known as champions, parrying is often more effective than conventional firepower. Focus on parrying their melee attacks to exhaust their stamina. Once they are sufficiently weakened, a window of opportunity will open in which you can execute a devastating counterattack.
3) Explore the world
Curiosity is rewarded in DOOM The Dark Ages. You’ll find valuable resources if you look around off the beaten track and thoroughly explore each map. Although the developers announced in advance that you should focus on a specific build, it’s possible to level up every single weapon completely. The only condition is to find as many collectibles as possible.
In addition, cosmetic items such as weapon skins and collectibles are hidden throughout the levels. It’s best to follow every symbol on the map and play some maps several times if you haven’t found everything on your first run.
4) Melee attacks
Melee spamming is no longer possible. The Slayer must wait for a cooldown between each attack before striking again. One of our most important DOOM The Dark Ages tips and tricks is therefore to use melee attacks tactically and selectively. After all, they allow you to regain ammunition and resources.
Throughout the game, you’ll acquire various melee weapons, all controlled differently and with different effects. The initial Gauntlet, for example, is ideal for direct duels. It has a short cooldown and is designed for one-on-one combat. Later on, you’ll encounter the Flail. It has a longer reload time, but causes area damage. Due to the shock wave it triggers, it’s ideal for confrontations with multiple enemies.
5) Complete the mission challenges
The side quests in DOOM The Dark Ages offer real added value. Each mission features three optional tasks that earn you valuable rewards upon completion. These include cosmetic extras such as weapon skins and money you can use to unlock new upgrades.
It’s best to look at the menu before each mission to get an overview of what you must do to master the challenges. This allows you to tailor your playing style right from the start. Moreover, the challenges provide clues that will take you to places that would otherwise remain hidden.
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6) Weapon tips
Since you can upgrade all your weapon types in DOOM The Dark Ages by exploring thoroughly, you should also use each. You will undoubtedly have a favorite depending on your play style, but it’s most efficient to tailor your weapon selection to your enemies and the conditions of the map.
Energy enemies are sensitive to plasma guns because they can overload their shields. You can crack metal-armored demons with the flail or the shield saw, and we recommend the super shotgun for larger enemies. Use the shredder for groups of weaker demons, and the rocket launcher is best for taking out larger enemies from a distance.
7) Pay attention to your range
Effective combat in DOOM The Dark Ages isn’t just about choosing the right weapon. It also means understanding its range and spread pattern. Shotguns are best for short distances. The Impaler, on the other hand, fires long-range spiked projectiles with precision from a distance.
However, this is a single-shot weapon that deals high damage but has a low rate of fire. If you want to mow down many easy enemies quickly, go for the Pulverizer. Its hits are weaker, but its frequency is unbeatable.
8) Keep moving
The following beginner’s tip applies not only to the latest installment of the DOOM series, but to every single game in the franchise: Move as much as possible and circle your enemies. After all, a target that constantly changes position is much harder to hit. The advantage of running sideways is keeping your enemies in sight without running into them.
At the same time, this technique allows you to assess whether you should block, parry, or dodge incoming attacks. Make sure your enemies don’t pin you down or attack you from behind. Otherwise, your reaction time will decrease, and parries and blocks will become much more difficult.
9) Be aggressive
An aggressive play style in DOOM The Dark Ages pays off more than a defensive and cautious tactic. Especially when your health bar is dangerously low, you shouldn’t retreat, but attack even more. When your HP is critical, your opponents automatically drop more healing, allowing you to recover quickly.
At first glance, the shield may give the impression that the combat system is designed for defense. But ideally, you should combine every defense with a direct counterattack and not give your opponents any respite.
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