While game developers often share sales figures, a growing trend is to highlight the number of players who have experienced their latest titles. Following this approach, id Software and Bethesda Softworks have announced a significant milestone for their recently released action game.
Bethesda revealed last night that DOOM: The Dark Ages has already amassed a staggering three million players. This impressive number was achieved in a mere five days since its wide release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series (or seven days including Early Access). This rapid adoption rate is seven times faster than that of its predecessor, DOOM Eternal. It’s important to note that the availability of DOOM: The Dark Ages on Xbox Game Pass likely played a substantial role in this accelerated growth.
For context, the full premiere of DOOM: The Dark Ages took place on May 15th. The medieval-themed shooter was generally well-received by both critics and players. However, some reservations were expressed regarding specific gameplay segments, notably those involving dragon flight and combat within a giant mech. Despite these minor criticisms, the sheer number of players flocking to experience the latest installment in the iconic DOOM franchise underscores its continued popularity and the power of subscription services in driving initial player engagement.
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