Of all theupcoming video gamesin 2025, none promise the same level of pure adrenaline asDoom: The Dark Ages. This prequel takes us back to the medieval era but isn’t skimping out on spectacle. We’re beyond excited to get into the massive mech and mount the cyber dragon after goinghands-on with the game, but we still have a bit of time before we can rip and tear through the game. Even more important than honing your aim is making sure you have the game preloaded so you can dive into the action the second the game comes out. These are all the preload details you need to know, from when they begin to the game’s file size.

Doom: The Dark Ages release date

The official release date forDoom: The Dark Agesis May 15, but those who purchase the Premium Edition get two days of early access, meaning they can start slaying demons on May 13.

Doom: The Dark Ages file size

Thanks to the info fromPlayStation Game Sizes, we know thatDoom: The Dark Ageswill be just over 84 GB. To be safe, we suggest having at least 90 GB free beforehand.

Doom: The Dark Ages preload options

If you have any version ofDoom: The Dark Agespreordered, you’re able to start preloading the game two days before release.

If you have the standard version of the game, that means preloading will begin on May 13 at midnight GMT.

A fortress appears in Doom: The Dark Ages.

For everyone who purchased the Premium Edition, preloads will start on May 11 at midnight GMT.

Doom: The Dark Ages preorder details

It isn’t too late to preorder any version ofDoom: The Dark Agesso you can take advantage of the preload options. If you’re interested, you can do so now throughthe official sitefor any of the following editions:

Standard Edition – $70

Premium Edition – $100

Collector’s Bundle – $200 (Physical only)

Doomslayer fighting a fat demon

A draghon flies towards an alien ship in Doom: The Dark Ages.

Doom Guy in Doom: The Dark Ages.