All Doom The Dark Ages Secrets locations

Doom: The Dark Ages is filled with hidden spots that you can discover!

These hidden areas are worth exploring because they offer rewards. Some rewards are simple items, while others are more valuable.

Below, you’ll find out how many hidden areas are in Doom: The Dark Ages and how they are distributed across its chapters.

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All Doom The Dark Ages Secret Locations

There are 164 hidden areas spread across the game’s 22 chapters. Here’s a breakdown of how many hidden areas are in each chapter:

Thanks to Rock, Paper, Shotgun for providing this information.

Discovering these hidden areas may take some effort, including breaking down walls, jumping across cliffs, and finding purple keys. Each hidden area offers a reward, such as skins, toys, life sigils, or codex entries.

Doom Secret Area Rewards Explained

Here’s a closer look at what you can find in hidden areas:

Gold: Used to upgrade your gear at shrines. The amount needed varies, and you can track it on the map.
Rubies: Another currency for upgrades. The number needed depends on the upgrade.
Wraithstones: Used for final upgrades, requiring just one stone each. They’re rare, so use them wisely.
Life Sigil: Restores health and continues the game. Carried limit is three, but in Pandemonium mode, using one resets the chapter and may force a restart if you run out.

Nightmare Weapon Skins: Optional skins found only in hidden areas.
Toys: Collectibles for earning achievements and viewing in the extras menu. There are 24 to find.
Codex Entries: Lore pieces that provide insight into the game’s universe. Some are not tied to hidden areas.