Summary
Doom, a longstanding video game series, is addressing new challenges as of 2025. The series aims to attract new players while competing with free-to-play games and managing rising production costs.
Key Facts
- Doom first launched in 1993 and remains a popular first-person shooter game.
- The latest installment is called Doom: The Dark Ages.
- The game industry faces competition from free-to-play games like Fortnite and Roblox.
- Five of the top ten UK games in 2024 were free-to-play, with Fortnite leading in active users.
- Doom's new setting and gameplay style aim to draw more first-time players.
- Game customization options are a new feature in Doom: The Dark Ages.
- The cost to produce and sell games is increasing, impacting companies' revenue.
- Prices for new games have gradually increased, with Doom: The Dark Ages costing around £69.99.
