DOOM: The Dark Ages Revelations Is Out Now With Chain Spear and Ripatorium 3.0
DOOM: The Dark Ages — Revelations launched on July 7, 2026 with six new campaign levels, the Chain Spear weapon, new demons, deeper puzzles, additional mysteries, and endgame arena content. The release arrives alongside free Update 4 and Ripatorium 3.0, so base-game owners also have changes to check even if they do not buy the expansion. Bethesda lists Revelations at $19.99 USD as a standalone add-on and includes it with the Premium Edition and Collector’s Bundle; a $34.99 Premium Edition upgrade is also listed.
News summary
Revelations is a full campaign expansion rather than a single challenge map. Bethesda says the Slayer is trapped in a merciless purgatory and must confront his past across six large levels. The new Chain Spear adds another combat dimension, while the campaign introduces new demons, deeper puzzles, and new mysteries. Completing Master Arenas also feeds into Ripatorium 3.0 by unlocking new maps, demons, and fully upgraded weapons for the custom arena mode. That creates a direct link between paid campaign progression and the expanded endgame challenge system.
Update overview
The paid expansion and free update should be separated clearly. Revelations contains the six-level campaign, Chain Spear, new enemies, puzzles, story material, and Master Arena progression. Update 4 is the broader game update released alongside it, and Ripatorium 3.0 expands the custom arena mode. Players who already own the Premium Edition or Collector’s Bundle should check entitlement before buying the standalone DLC again. Those on the base game can purchase Revelations separately for $19.99 USD in Bethesda’s cited pricing.
Player notes
Bethesda lists the game across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, Steam, Battle.net, and PlayStation 5, with Game Pass options for the base title and Xbox Play Anywhere support across compatible Xbox and PC environments. Exact add-on ownership can differ by storefront, so players should buy Revelations on the ecosystem where they own the base game and verify whether their edition already includes it. Regional prices can differ from the cited U.S. dollar figures.
Key details
Launch date: July 7, 2026. Expansion: Revelations. Campaign size: six levels. New weapon: Chain Spear. Other campaign additions: new demons, deeper puzzles, new mysteries, and endgame Master Arenas. Free companion update: Update 4 with Ripatorium 3.0. Standalone add-on price: $19.99 USD. Premium Edition upgrade: $34.99 USD. Included editions: Premium Edition and Collector’s Bundle. Supported storefront families in Bethesda’s announcement include Xbox, Steam, Battle.net, and PlayStation 5.
Update checklist
Before purchasing, first check whether your current edition already includes Revelations. Update the base game so Update 4 is installed, then confirm the add-on is recognized by the same platform account that owns the game. If you are returning mainly for Ripatorium 3.0, review the free update even without buying the campaign. If you want the new Chain Spear and six-level story, verify the Revelations entitlement. Players aiming for all arena unlocks should expect Master Arena completion in the expansion to matter for additional Ripatorium 3.0 content.
Trailer, screenshots, and media
Bethesda’s official Revelations key art and screenshots show the expansion’s frozen, infernal environments, High Council imagery, and new combat situations. The launch article is more useful for exact scope because it confirms six levels, the Chain Spear, Master Arenas, and the Ripatorium 3.0 connection. The media supports the visual identity; the release notes and launch post define what players actually receive.
Source timeline
Bethesda first revealed Revelations before launch, then released the expansion and Update 4 on July 7, 2026. The launch post confirms immediate availability and current pricing, while the Update 4 notes cover the broader patch and Ripatorium 3.0 changes. Players troubleshooting after launch should use the newest Update 4 notes rather than older reveal material.
Official sources
Bethesda’s Revelations launch post is the primary source for availability, six campaign levels, Chain Spear, Master Arenas, pricing, included editions, and supported platforms. The separate Update 4 release notes cover Ripatorium 3.0, quality-of-life changes, and bug fixes.