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Today in History: Doom released, revolutionizing first-person shooter games

12/10/2025

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On December 10, 1993, id Software released Doom, a groundbreaking first-person shooter game that revolutionized the gaming industry. Players, taking on the role of a space marine, battle through hordes of demons and undead across Mars and hell. Doom's innovative use of 3D graphics and immersive gameplay established it as the "father" of the FPS genre.

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On December 10, 1993, id Software released Doom, a groundbreaking first-person shooter game that revolutionized the gaming industry. Players, taking on the role of a space marine, battle through hordes of demons and undead across Mars and hell. Doom's innovative use of 3D graphics and immersive gameplay established it as the "father" of the FPS genre.