The Aftermath of Extinction: DOOM Eternal: Year One Pass

After pulling humanity back from the edge of extinction, the DOOM Slayer faces a new, cosmic threat in DOOM Eternal: Year One Pass. The events that saved the world came at a steep price. By slaying the Kahn Maykr, the Slayer created a massive imbalance of power in the cosmos that now threatens all of creation. This expansion pack is designed to allow players to rise to the occasion, set things right, and confront the consequences of their victory in a story that spans the dimensions.

The Story: An Imbalance of Power

The narrative scope of this content shifts from planetary survival to a universal crisis. The source material indicates that the legions of Hell have successfully "razed the heavens," signaling a catastrophic expansion of demonic influence beyond the physical world. The threat is no longer confined to Earth but extends to the very structure of reality.

Players are tasked with battling back to Urdak, the divine realm, to decide the fate of the cosmos. This mission represents a shift in the Slayer's role; his mission is now his own, driven by the necessity to correct the imbalance caused by the fall of the Maykrs. The setting implies high-stakes, celestial combat environments where the destruction of the heavens is a tangible threat.

DOOM Eternal: Year One Pass: The Ancient Gods Saga

The Year One Pass serves as the vessel for the The Ancient Gods saga, providing two distinct campaign expansions that continue the narrative arc initiated in the base game.

  • The Ancient Gods -- Part One: This expansion forces the Slayer to confront the immediate aftermath of the Kahn Maykr's death. With the heavens razed and Hell threatening to expand across dimensions, players must battle their way to Urdak. This portion of the pass focuses on halting the expansion of the demonic horde and determining the final fate of the cosmos.
  • The Ancient Gods -- Part Two: This final chapter in the saga is included within the pass. While specific details regarding this second part are currently reserved for future updates, it is designated as the concluding piece of this specific narrative arc.

Platform Availability and Release Date

The DOOM Eternal: Year One Pass is available for PC and Xbox One platforms. The content was released on October 19, 2020. This release schedule was timed to deliver the continuation of the story after the initial launch of the base title, ensuring players had the context of the previous events before diving into the cosmic stakes of the expansions.

Who It Appeals To

This content is specifically tailored for fans of the DOOM franchise who require closure on the storyline involving the Kahn Maykr. It appeals to players interested in high-stakes sci-fi horror narratives where the setting itself—Urdak and the heavens—is under siege. It is essential for those who wish to witness the complete saga of the Slayer's mission to correct the cosmic imbalance.