One of the most iconic series' gameplay mechanics that returns inDoom The Dark Agesis the hidden collectibles and secret areas. This is a great way to throw in Easter eggs and lore devices into each level as a reward for players who take the time to explore each level. Some of thehidden sections in the game require secret keysthat are hidden in almost every chapter. Here’s how you may find the secret key in Chapter 1, and the door to use it on.

Khalim Village Secret Key Location in Doom The Dark Ages

Players can find the secret key inDoom The Dark Ageschapter 1, the Village of Khalim,quite early on. After the Doom Slayer deploys to the battlefield, he’ll push forward through the enemies and reach thegate requiring a Blue Key.

Once players find the Blue Key, they’ll enter a smaller open sandbox area, where they’ll find the majority of the secrets. To find the Secret Key here, you’ll need to head across the area and follow the path on the left. Keep heading on that path, anduse the jump pad on the ledgeto reach the left portion of the map.

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Here, players will get the Shredder weapon and will need to defeat a few enemies to open up pathways. Now, into the arch on the right andfollow the left path uphill, lined with armor pickups. Here, you’ll need to close the Demonic Portal and then make your way across the makeshift wooden bridge to get the purple secret key.

Where to Use the Secret Key in Doom The Dark Ages Chapter 1

Once you’ve got the Secret Key in the Village of Khalim, head down the cliff and enter the doorway ahead.Some demons will spawn in the tunnelthat you’ll need to defeat in order to open the pathways up. Once they’re opened, exit the tunnel and follow the path ahead lined with armor pickups.

Once you reach the main area with a Demonic Portal, look to the left, and you’ll spot a caged door with a purple lock on it. Go near the door, and it’ll open for players topick up a secret Life Sigil. These items allow players to respawn after death, without having to restart an entire section inDoom The Dark Ages.

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