The studio is preparing almost a full-fledged game.
During the latest official Slayers Club Live stream, DOOM: The Dark Ages director Hugo Martin stated that the expansion for The Dark Ages is "freaking huge" and feels like a standalone new game.
The developers are betting on a "Metroidvania"-style structure: players can expect a vast map with the ability to return to previously completed areas, discovering new paths and secrets after obtaining special tools. After completing the main storyline, users will be able to engage in so-called endgame content — hidden challenges and additional activities. The expansion will feature a hub through which players will repeatedly travel, exploring numerous caches.
Special attention is paid to the depth of gameplay. Some tools will require significant time to master, but when their potential is fully unlocked, the gameplay will be significantly transformed. Combining different abilities, according to Martin, will be one of the key features of the expansion and will unlock new tactical opportunities.
The release date of the expansion has not yet been revealed, but new details are expected to emerge in the coming months.
