Alright, let’s talk about Doom: The Dark Ages and the sneaky reveal that’s got me hyped—the Agadon Hunter. Yep, this big bad is stepping into the spotlight as the “new Marauder,” and the devs are banking on him being a brutal yet slightly less infuriating challenge than his Eternal predecessor. I got the scoop from project director Hugo Martin and producer Marty Stratton while chatting for an upcoming print issue (408 in the UK, 396 stateside), and trust me, this guy’s gonna test your skills in a whole new way.
So, picture this: you’re tearing through demons, shield in hand, feeling unstoppable. Then bam, the Agadon Hunter rolls up—a hulking beast draped in a fur cape, wielding a double-edged sword that screams Darth Maul vibes and a shield that’s begging for a showdown. He’s not just some beefed-up Marauder clone, though. Martin was quick to shut that idea down: “He’s not ‘Big Marauder.’ It’s Dark Ages, so he’s got his own flavor.” Think of him as that one FromSoftware boss—like a Capra Demon—that’s not tied to the main story but still haunts your nightmares. Back in my Dark Souls days, I’d curse those kinds of fights, but damn if they didn’t make me a better player.
What’s his deal? Parrying. Forget the weapon-switching dance you did with the Marauder—this dude’s all about timing your blocks with that shiny new Slayer shield. Martin’s got a clear hard-on for Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (and honestly, who doesn’t?), and it shows. The Agadon Hunter’s got combo attacks that’ll have you parrying in sequence, dodging projectiles, and weaving like your life depends on it—because it does. “It’s exam time,” Martin said, grinning through the quote. Everything you’ve learned in the game up to that point? This guy’s the final boss of your pop quizzes.
Now, the Marauder in Doom Eternal was a divisive bastard. Some of you loved the adrenaline rush of outsmarting him; others (me included, on rough days) wanted to chuck the controller at his smug green shield. The devs know that split reaction all too well, and they’re aiming to make the Agadon Hunter just as memorable without blindsiding you quite so hard. It’s less “surprise, you’re dead” and more “prove you’ve got this.” I’m already itching to test my reflexes against him—probably gonna die a dozen times first, but that’s half the fun, right?
Stratton and Martin didn’t spill all the beans, but the vibe I got? They’ve crafted this guy to feel like a natural evolution of Dark Ages’ combat. The shield-parry system’s front and center, and if you’ve been paying attention to the game’s flow, you’ll be ready to tango. Still, don’t sleep on him—he’s not here to hold your hand. Between his wild combos and that intimidating design, he’s got all the makings of a standout miniboss.
So, yeah, keep your eyes peeled for the Agadon Hunter when Doom: The Dark Ages drops. He’s not just another demon to rip and tear—he’s your personal parry coach, ready to school you in the art of badassery. Can’t wait to see how he stacks up to the chaos of Doom Eternal’s Marauder. Time to brush up on those skills, because this is one exam you don’t wanna flunk, courtesy of Doom: The Dark Ages.
