DOOM Eternal vs DOOM: The Dark Ages
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
DOOM Eternal wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. DOOM Eternal is R$50.10 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | DOOM Eternal | DOOM: The Dark Ages |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 73 | 60 |
| Quality | 91 | 72 |
| Value | 72 | 70 |
| Popularity | 43 | 37 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 37.89 | R$ 87.99 |
| Steam Review Score | 91.5% positive | 88.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 783 | 711 |
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Details and requirements
| Item | DOOM Eternal | DOOM: The Dark Ages |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | March 19, 2020 | May 14, 2025 |
| Developers | id Software | id Software |
| Publishers | Bethesda Softworks | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | 64-bit Windows 10 | Windows 10 64-Bit / Windows 11 64-Bit |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-6700K or better, or AMD Ryzen 7 1800X or better | AMD Zen 3 or Intel 12th Generation CPU @3.2Ghz with 8 cores / 16 threads or better (examples: AMD Ryzen 7 5700X or better, or Intel Core i7 12700K or better) |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 32 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB), NVIDIA GeForce 970 (4GB), AMD RX 480 (8GB) | NVIDIA or AMD hardware Raytracing-capable GPU with 10GB dedicated VRAM or better (examples: NVIDIA RTX 3080 or better, AMD RX 6800 or better) |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 80 GB available space | 100 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: DOOM Eternal or DOOM: The Dark Ages?
DOOM Eternal won the comparison against DOOM: The Dark Ages based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is DOOM Eternal worth buying over DOOM: The Dark Ages?
Based on the metrics, DOOM Eternal won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. DOOM Eternal currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 11:39 AM UTC