DOOM: The Dark Ages

DOOM: The Dark Ages | Update 2 Release Notes

Bethesda

This update adds the Ripatorium, an endless arena mode that lets players set up their own combat encounters within 3 unique arenas using a simple menu interface. Also included are two new DOOM Slayer skins (see below for unlock criteria), a loopable demo for Benchmark Mode on PC and a slew of other improvements and bug fixes.

New Content

The Ripatorium

Includes a new Encounter Manager:

  • Select type and quantity of demons to spawn

  • Set a time limit to challenge yourself or turn on Endless mode

  • Use the enemy respawn counter to craft your experience

  • Includes 3 arenas:
    • Arena 1 - City of Ry'uul 
    • Arena 2 - Village of Khalim
    • Arena 3 - Harbor of Souls 

  • Lastly, a jukebox where you can select a DOOM: The Dark Ages music track for your custom encounter 

Benchmark Mode

  • Added Demo Mode that lets you create a looping playlist sequence of benchmark mode flythroughs

New Cosmetic Customization

Limited-Time Free QuakeCon 2025 DOOM Slayer skin*

Earnable Perfection DOOM Slayer skin**

*Requires linking the platform you play DOOM: The Dark Ages on to your Bethesda.net account and launching the game between August 7 and September 1, 2025. Please allow up to 48 hours for skin to appear in-game.

** Complete an encounter in each Ripatorium arena (3 total).

For the full list of game updates and improvements, please visit the Slayers Club website.