GeForce RTX 5080 Gets a ‘DOOM: The Dark Ages’ Makeover, Game Launches with Driver Updates
The impending arrival of DOOM: The Dark Ages is stirring excitement in both the gaming and hardware communities. Colorful is preparing to launch a special edition of its GeForce RTX 5080 iGame Advanced graphics card, themed around the highly anticipated game. Meanwhile, the game itself is now available, accompanied by essential driver updates for PC gamers.
Colorful's RTX 5080 iGame Advanced DOOM Edition:
Colorful is set to release a DOOM: The Dark Ages-themed variant of its RTX 5080 iGame Advanced graphics card. This limited-edition model will likely be available primarily in Asian markets. The card boasts a redesigned backplate featuring Doom-inspired graphics and a custom fan sticker, giving it a battle-damaged aesthetic.
The iGame Advanced RTX 5080 includes unique features like a partially translucent shroud revealing a red-painted internal heatsink frame and an RGB ring around the central fan. It also features an OC button for a boost mode up to 2670 MHz. The card measures 368 x 158 x 69 mm and requires a single 16-pin power connector with a recommended 1000W power supply. Colorful is expected to showcase this model at Computex next week.
DOOM: The Dark Ages – Now Available:
DOOM: The Dark Ages is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Xbox PC/Microsoft Store, Steam, and Battle.net. It's also available on Game Pass Ultimate, including PC Game Pass and NVIDIA’s GeForce NOW, with Boosteroid support coming soon.
The game supports voice and text in multiple languages, including English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Japanese, and Russian. Localized text and subtitles with English voice are available in Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Arabic, and Turkish.
PC Gamers Take Note: For those diving into DOOM: The Dark Ages on PC, ensure your GPU drivers are up to date. NVIDIA users require driver version 576.40 or higher, while AMD users need 25.5.1 or higher.
Freebies and More: A free Butcher DOOM Slayer skin and content for additional Bethesda titles is available by opting into Bethesda emails and claiming the Free In-Game Bundle. You can also stream the DOOM: The Dark Ages Original Game Soundtrack on Spotify and YouTube.
With the launch of DOOM: The Dark Ages and the arrival of themed hardware, the DOOM franchise promises an immersive experience. What are your initial thoughts on the game, and are you considering upgrading your graphics card for the ultimate DOOM experience? Share your opinions and join the discussion!
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When does Doom: Dark Ages release?
The game was announced in June 2024. Doom: The Dark Ages was released on PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S on May 15, 2025, with it also being included as a day one launch for Xbox Game Pass subscribers. Critics have given the game 'generally favorable' reviews, according to Metacritic.
When does Doom Early Access start?
Doom: The Dark Ages early access release time Early access begins at midnight UTC on Tuesday, May 13. Here's when that is in your time zone: 5 p.m. PDT on Monday, May 12 for the West Coast of North America. 8 p.m. EDT on Monday, May 12 for the East Coast of North America.
Is Doom Dark Ages on PC Game Pass?
DOOM: The Dark Ages is available on Game Pass Ultimate, including PC Game Pass and NVIDIA's GeForce NOW.
How many chapters are in Doom: Dark Ages?
DOOM: The Dark Ages has 22 jam-packed Chapters taking you from the beginning moments of the game until the dramatic conclusion.
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