How to Fix DOOM The Dark Ages Update Failed Error

DOOM: The Dark Ages is a brutal and cinematic prequel to DOOM and DOOM Eternal.

As the DOOM Slayer, you wield devastating weapons like the Super Shotgun and the new Shield Saw.

Powered by the latest idTech engine, this single-player experience delivers the signature intense combat.

Uncover the origins of the Slayer’s legend as you battle through castles, ancient hellscapes, and more.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to fix “The update failed” error in DOOM: The Dark Ages on Xbox Game Pass (wait a few minutes and try that again).

How to Fix DOOM The Dark Ages Update Failed Error

Fix 1: Cancel pending downloads from the Microsoft Store

1. Open the Microsoft Store app.
2. Select “Downloads” from the left sidebar.
3. Select the three dots for all pending downloads.
4. Select “Cancel download”.
5. Launch DOOM: The Dark Ages from the Xbox app.

Fix 2: Reset DOOM The Dark Ages

1. Search for “Installed apps” using Windows Search and press Enter.
2. Search for “Doom: The Dark Ages”.
3. Select the three dots and select “Advanced options”.
4. Scroll down and select “Reset”.
5. Launch DOO:M The Dark Ages from the Xbox app.

Fix 3: Launch the game from its directory

1. Open the Xbox app and go to your library.
2. Select “Doom: The Dark Ages” and select the three dots.
3. Manage > Files > Browse.
4. Open the game’s folder and launch the Doom: The Dark Ages application.

Further reading

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