Doom 2 (2025) – Teaser Trailer

The Doom franchise, originally a groundbreaking first-person shooter from the early 1990s, has evolved into a multimedia powerhouse with a rich legacy in gaming, film, and more. Following the success of the 2005 Doom movie and the 2019 Doom: Annihilation adaptation, Doom 2 (2025) is set to continue the explosive saga of the interdimensional battle between humanity and the demonic forces of Hell.

While details about the upcoming Doom 2 movie are still largely under wraps, here’s what fans can expect based on the legacy of the series, the direction of modern video game-to-film adaptations, and what the next chapter of Doom might bring to the big screen.

The Story So Far

The first Doom movie (2005), directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak, was a loose adaptation of the video game franchise, focusing on a research facility on Mars where experiments with teleportation open a portal to Hell. The film followed a team of marines, including protagonist John “Reaper” Grimm (Karl Urban), as they battled demonic forces to survive. The film’s intense action sequences, first-person shooter perspective, and dark, atmospheric setting were all key elements that captured the spirit of the original video game.

However, Doom: Annihilation (2019) took a different approach, introducing a new cast and story while sticking closer to the franchise’s lore, focusing on a group of soldiers trapped in a Mars facility under siege by demons from Hell. While it was met with mixed reviews, the movie helped reintroduce Doom to a new generation of fans.

With Doom 2 (2025), the franchise is poised to take the next step in the cinematic world, continuing the explosive action and intense battles while exploring more of the lore that has made the Doom video games legendary.

What We Can Expect from Doom 2

1. A Continuation of the Hellish War
   Given the nature of Doom as a franchise that revolves around humanity’s war against the forces of Hell, Doom 2 will undoubtedly carry on this high-octane battle. Expect a more direct continuation of the events of Doom: Annihilation, where Hell’s demons breach the surface of Earth, wreaking havoc and threatening the very survival of humanity. The stakes will be raised, with humanity’s last hope lying in the hands of a few brave soldiers.
2. The Return of Iconic Monsters
   One of the highlights of the Doom franchise is its iconic roster of monsters: from the terrifying Imp to the enormous, fire-breathing Cyberdemon. In Doom 2, fans can anticipate the return of these monstrous antagonists, as well as potentially even scarier new creatures pulled straight from the depths of Hell. The film will likely showcase intense action sequences where humanity’s best must battle these nightmarish beings in their attempt to survive and ultimately fight back.