Is Doom: The Dark Ages Premium Edition Worth It?

Doom: The Dark Ages is a prequel to the critically acclaimed Doom (2016) and Doom Eternal, plunging players into the gritty and gory origins of the Slayer's brutal medieval past. This highly anticipated installment will let players explore the cataclysmic events that earned the Slayer his reputation and laid the foundations for the modern Doom saga. Doom: The Dark Ages will be available in two editions: Standard and Premium, each aimed at different types of players, with the premium edition priced $30 higher than the standard edition.

The following guide details the content differences between the standard and premium editions of Doom: The Dark Ages and provides a clear recommendation on whether the additional content and bonuses are worth your money.

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Doom: The Dark Ages - Premium Vs Standard Edition

Here's What You Get For Paying An Extra $30 For The Premium Edition

The Slayer's reveal in Doom - The Dark Ages' trailer

Deciding between the Standard and Premium Editions for Doom: The Dark Ages boils down to the following key factors: price difference, appeal of the bonus content, interest in early access, and your anticipation of future campaign DLC.

Here's the breakdown of what each edition includes:

Feature	Standard Edition	Premium Edition
Base Game	✅	✅
Early Access	❌	✅ Two-Day Early Access
Campaign DLC	❌	✅
Divinity Skin Pack	❌	✅
Digital Artbook	❌	✅
Soundtrack	❌	✅
Void Slayer Skin	Available only when pre-ordered	Available only when pre-ordered
Release Date	May 15, 2025	May 15, 2025 (Early Access from May 13, 2025)
Price (USD)	$69.99	$99.99

The Divinity Skin pack offers unique customization for the Doom Slayer, his dragon, and the Atlan Mech, whereas the Void Doom Slayer skin includes a special skin, specifically for the Slayer.

These exclusive skins only alter the slayer's appearance and do not provide any advantage in gameplay. It's a great option for players who wish to personalize their Slayer and enjoy a unique visual experience.

The Digital Artbook should provide insight into Doom: The Dark Ages' concept arts and development process, whereas the Digital Soundtrack will allow you to listen to the game's original soundtrack outside the game.

Finally, the Campaign DLC will offer additional playable story content that adds further context to the main plot. It's worth noting that there are no specific date or details on when the Campaign DLC will be available and what content it will entail.

Who Should Buy Doom: The Dark Ages Premium Edition?

What to Consider Before Buying Premium?

Macubus reveal in Doom - The Dark Ages' trailer

The premium edition of Doom: The Dark Ages is a worthwhile consideration for players who particularly value early access and the promise of a future campaign DLC. If you're keen on experiencing the game as soon as possible and the supplementary bonuses (character skins, digital artbook, and digital soundtrack) appeal to you, the premium edition is a good choice.

However, if your primary focus is to experience the core game at release or evaluate the game before choosing to invest more money in it, the standard edition should satisfy your needs. Moreover, if you happen to play Doom: The Dark Ages on Xbox Game Pass, you can choose to enhance your experience by purchasing the premium edition separately for USD 34.99.

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