The arsenal in DOOM: The Dark Ages delivers the visceral combat the series is known for, but eagle-eyed fans have stumbled upon an intriguing unused weapon that might have been designed as a counterpart to the Chainshot. This mysterious firearm in DOOM: The Dark Ages isn't the first hidden weapon found in the franchise, and some believe it could resurface in future expansions.

Weapons have always been central to DOOM's identity, and DOOM: The Dark Ages continues this tradition with new additions to the Slayer's deadly toolkit. Classics like the plasma gun and Super Shotgun return, while new weapons like the Shredder—a rapid-fire spike launcher—and the bone-spewing Skullcrusher offer fresh carnage. Melee combat also gets an upgrade with brutal tools like the flail and the devastating Dreadmace.

While most weapon classes in DOOM: The Dark Ages feature two distinct firearms—similar to the mod-swapping system in previous games—the Reaver Chainshot stands alone. However, players using console commands have uncovered an unused weapon that may have been its intended counterpart. Shared by user Naive_Lab_5189, this fully automatic gun appears unfinished, with placeholder models and animations. Though mods are required to access it, the "give all" command lets players test it firsthand.

The weapon's design—firing metallic spheres like the Chainshot—hints at a possible connection. Its eerie aesthetic also aligns with the Cosmic Realm, a Lovecraftian dimension introduced in DOOM: The Dark Ages. Some speculate it was cut from the base game but may return in upcoming DLC, expanding on the Cosmic Realm's lore.

Details about DOOM: The Dark Ages' DLC remain scarce, but as a prequel set during a pivotal era, the possibilities are vast. The Cosmic Realm's mysteries make it a prime candidate for future content, and this unused weapon could be the first glimpse of what's to come.