Home News Doom: The Dark Ages - id's Largest Launch Ever, Sales Data Pending

Doom: The Dark Ages - id's Largest Launch Ever, Sales Data Pending

Author : Aria May 22,2025

Since its launch last week, Doom: The Dark Ages has attracted an impressive 3 million players, marking the biggest launch in id Software's history by player count. This milestone was achieved seven times faster than Doom Eternal in 2020, showcasing the rapid growth in player engagement. Bethesda, however, has not yet disclosed the game's sales figures, leaving fans and analysts curious about its financial performance.

Released on May 15, 2025, across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, Doom: The Dark Ages has made a significant impact across platforms. On Steam, the game reached a peak concurrent player count of 31,470, with a 24-hour peak of 16,328 players. Comparatively, Doom Eternal had a peak of 104,891 concurrent players, while the 2016 Doom hit a peak of 44,271. These numbers suggest that The Dark Ages may have had a relatively weaker performance on Valve's platform.

The influence of Xbox Game Pass cannot be overlooked when analyzing these figures. Doom: The Dark Ages was available on Game Pass from day one for both Xbox consoles and PC, likely attracting a substantial number of players who opted for the subscription service rather than purchasing the game outright at its $69.99 price point in the U.S. Microsoft's strategy to boost Game Pass subscriptions could be seen as successful here, despite the potential impact on direct sales.

Interestingly, other games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 have managed to achieve strong sales while also launching on Game Pass. With a lower price tag of $50, Clair Obscur sold 2 million copies, demonstrating that a day-one Game Pass release doesn't necessarily hinder sales. The higher price of Doom: The Dark Ages might have deterred some potential buyers, adding another layer to the sales discussion.

Bethesda's decision to highlight player numbers rather than sales figures mirrors their approach with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, which also saw 4 million players upon its Game Pass launch. Similarly, Ubisoft announced 3 million players for Assassin's Creed: Shadows without revealing specific sales data. This trend suggests a focus on player engagement over traditional sales metrics.

While only Bethesda and Microsoft have insight into whether Doom: The Dark Ages met its internal targets, the 3 million player count indicates strong performance, particularly on consoles and through Game Pass. On the other hand, its performance on Steam appears less robust.

IGN's review of Doom: The Dark Ages awarded it a 9/10, praising its shift away from the mobility-focused gameplay of Doom Eternal to a more weighty and powerful style that remains immensely satisfying and unique within the series.

Latest Articles More
  • Free Fire x Naruto Shippuden Chapter 2 Lands Soon on Android

    The highly anticipated Free Fire x Naruto Shippuden collaboration returns with Chapter 2: Ninja War, launching July 30 and running through August 31. This new installment continues the storyline from January's Nine Tails Strikes event, plunging playe

    Oct 19,2025
  • "Gods & Demons Unveils Naval Update: New Hero and Quest Added"

    The latest update to Gods & Demons sets sail with a thrilling naval theme, transforming your gameplay into a legendary maritime adventure. Com2uS has packed this new patch with exciting content, including the immersive Great Voyage Legend dungeon and a powerful new hero ready to join your roster.The

    Oct 19,2025
  • Spin Hero Roguelike Deckbuilder Hits Android

    Spin Hero Reinvents Deckbuilding with Slot Machine GameplaySpin Hero delivers a refreshing take on the roguelike deckbuilder genre by replacing traditional card play with dynamic slot machine mechanics. This fantasy RPG hybrid from Goblinz Publishing

    Oct 19,2025
  • Bravely Default HD Remaster Preorders Open

    Explore diverse job classes in Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster! Discover pre-order options, pricing details, and information about special editions and downloadable content.← Back to Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster main guidePre-O

    Oct 19,2025
  • Original Minecraft Account Saga Explored

    After nearly 14 years since its initial release, Minecraft continues to dominate the sandbox game genre with its endless exploration, procedural world generation, and thriving multiplayer community. Its unmatched creative potential keeps players enga

    Oct 19,2025
  • Dreamegg Noise Machine Aids Travel Sleep Under $10

    A restful night's sleep is crucial for maintaining health and productivity. If you struggle with sleep, especially while traveling in unfamiliar places, this Amazon Prime Day offer may help. Currently, Amazon is discounting the compact Dreamegg porta

    Oct 18,2025