GFN Thursday: ‘DOOM: The Dark Ages’

Steel clashes and war drums thunder as a new age of battle dawns — one that will test even the mightiest Slayer.

This GFN Thursday, DOOM: The Dark Ages — the bold medieval-inspired prequel to DOOM and DOOM Eternal — is available for GeForce NOW premium members, aka Ultimate and Performance members, to stream from the cloud at launch. Premium members can also slay in style with a free in-game reward.

The stage is set and the crowd is buzzing — Capcom: Fighting Collection 2 is joining GeForce NOW at launch.

Plus, get ready to take to the skies with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 coming to the cloud this week.

And catch the latest GeForce NOW updates rolling out to members starting this week. The updates include quality-of-life improvements, following performance enhancements like 120 frames-per-second streaming for SHIELD TV to keep the cloud gaming experience at its best.

It’s all part of another thrilling GFN Thursday, with five new games joining the cloud.

Stand and Fight

Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.

DOOM: The Dark Ages is a dark fantasy and sci-fi single-player experience that delivers the searing combat and over-the-top visuals of the DOOM franchise, powered by the latest idTech engine.

As the super weapon of gods and kings, shred enemies with devastating favorites like the Super Shotgun while wielding a variety of new bone-chewing weapons, including the versatile Shield Saw. Players will stand and fight on the demon-infested battlefields in the vicious, grounded combat the original DOOM is famous for. Take flight atop the new fierce Mecha Dragon, stand tall in a massive Atlan mech and beat demons to a pulp with the newly enhanced glory kill system. Only the Slayer has the power to wield these devastating tools of mayhem.

Experience every gory detail, thunderous shield bash and demon-splitting kill in the cloud. No downloads, no waiting — just pure, uninterrupted DOOM action, wherever members want to play.

DOOM reward on GeForce NOW — *SHIELD your eyes.*

GeForce NOW Ultimate or Performance members can now claim the DOOM Slayer Verdant skin reward, a fierce, ruthless-looking armor set that’s built for relentless slaughter. Those who’ve opted in to GeForce NOW’s Rewards program can check their email for instructions on how to redeem it. It’s available through Sunday, June 15, first come, first served.

Step Into the Ring

revised capcom fighting collection 2 — *The fight continues.*

Capcom’s new fighting collection hits the stage — and the cloud.

Choose from fan favorites like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Project Justice, as well as 3D action titles like Power Stone and Power Stone 2 in this collection of eight classic fighting games. Each can be played online or in co-op mode. Get back in the ring and duke it out in battles that everyone rumored but no one believed.

Chase victory by streaming on GeForce NOW. Ultimate and Performance members enjoy higher resolutions and lower latency compared with free users for a true cloud-gaming edge.

Game On

Streaming from a powerful GeForce RTX gaming rig in the cloud enables GeForce NOW to deliver continuous improvements and new features that enhance members’ streaming experiences. This week, update 2.0.74 is rolling out, bringing several enhancements to the cloud.

Members will see an upgraded library syncing feature for those using PC game subscription services like PC Game Pass and Ubisoft+, making it even easier to jump into games. Supported titles for these game services will now be automatically added to members’ “My Library” after resyncing their Ubisoft, Battle.net and Xbox connected accounts in the GeForce NOW app.

This update follows the recent performance boost for SHIELD TV users in SHIELD Experience 9.2.1, now supporting up to 120 fps 1080p streaming for GeForce NOW Ultimate members. Those who prefer higher resolution over frame rates can continue streaming at up to 4K 60 fps.

With such ongoing updates, GeForce NOW is making cloud gaming more seamless and accessible across devices.

Fly Your Way

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on GeForce NOW — *Fly anywhere with the cloud.*

GeForce NOW brings a groundbreaking aviation experience to the cloud with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. Members can experience the game that redefines aviation simulation with unparalleled realism and global exploration.

Pursue dynamic aviation careers through missions like Medevac, Search and Rescue, and Aerial Firefighting. Plus, compete in thrilling events such as the Red Bull Air Races. The game introduces advanced physics, enhanced aircraft systems and a groundbreaking flight planner for immersive gameplay. Explore an exceptionally detailed digital recreation of Earth, featuring handcrafted airports, landmarks, dynamic biomes, and real-time air and maritime traffic.

With stunning visuals, diverse wildlife and realistic weather systems, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 offers unmatched experiences for pilots and adventurers. Ultimate and Performance members can play with GeForce RTX 4080-level performance with the highest frame rates and lowest latency. Ultimate members can elevate their adventures at up to 4K resolution and 120 fps for the most immersive rides in the sky.

Fired Up for New Games

Blacksmith Master on GeForce NOW — *It’s hammer time.*

Manage a medieval forge in Blacksmith Master, launching this week in the cloud. Find and hire the best staff and equip them with the right tools to optimize the business and train their skills over time. Design the shop for the best throughput, fulfill orders from across the kingdom to unlock new capabilities, and seek out new opportunities in the market as customers come looking for a variety of historically inspired items — from weapons and armor to tools and cooking utensils. Perfect the craft to become the Blacksmith Master.

Look for the following games available to stream in the cloud this week:

The Precinct (New release on Steam, May 13)
Blacksmith Master (New release on Steam, May 15)
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 (New release on Steam, May 15)
DOOM: The Dark Ages (New release on Steam, Battle.net and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass, May 154)
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (Steam and Xbox, available on PC Game Pass)

What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.