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The original Doom soundtrack joins 'our national playlist' in the US Library of Congress
The soundtrack for the original Doom has been inducted into the United States Library of Congress's National Recording Registry. Composer Bobby Prince's work is recognized for its cultural and historical importance, joining other notable recordings like Taylor Swift's 1989 and the Super Mario Bros. theme. The induction highlights the significant impact of video game music on national heritage.
The original Doom soundtrack is officially in the Library of Congress
The original soundtrack for the video game Doom has been officially added to the Library of Congress's National Recording Registry. This marks a significant recognition of video game music as a cultural artifact, alongside other inductees like Beyoncé's 'Single Ladies' and Taylor Swift's '1989'.
Doom becomes third game to have its soundtrack preserved by Library of Congress
The soundtrack for the original 1993 game Doom has been added to the US Library of Congress's National Recording Registry, making it the third video game soundtrack to receive this honor. This preservation recognizes the cultural and historical importance of the iconic heavy metal-inspired music composed by Bobby Prince.
Doom is 10 years old today, and you can pick it up for just $2 on Steam
The 2016 reboot of Doom is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and Bethesda Softworks is offering the game for a limited time on Steam for $2, a 90% discount. Other Doom titles are also on sale, with prices ranging from $2 to $23.09, but the 2016 version is the cheapest and a highly recommended purchase.
'90s virtual reality, Battlefield 2142, and Total War: This month in PC Gamer 10, 20, and 30 years ago
This article looks back at PC Gamer magazine issues from May 1996, May 2006, and May 2016, highlighting cover stories and notable news from those periods. It revisits predictions about virtual reality and online gaming, discusses sequels like Battlefield 2142, and covers the launch of Total War: Warhammer and the early days of VR technology.
It's time to set the record straight: Doomguy's armor does not have a tummy window, his shirt just got ripped
This article clarifies that Doomguy's iconic armor from the original Doom does not feature a deliberate 'tummy window,' but rather a ripped shirt exposing his abs, a detail stemming from Don Punchatz's cover art. While subsequent games and fan art have often depicted this as an intentional design choice, John Romero confirmed that the torn shirt was an artistic decision by Punchatz, not an in-game feature.
The new Steam Controller from Valve is out now - some early thoughts
Valve's new Steam Controller offers a comfortable and feature-rich experience, building upon the lessons learned from the Steam Deck. It boasts excellent battery life, repairability, and deep customization through Steam Input, making it a versatile option for PC gaming, especially on Linux. While it has a learning curve and some minor quirks with non-Steam games and specific titles, it significantly outclasses previous controllers for couch gaming and general PC use.
Hidden Gems of Game Design Vol 47
This article highlights several lesser-known games deserving of attention, including the experimental phonetic adventure 'Ginger,' the six-degrees-of-freedom shooter 'Sublevel Zero Redux,' and the massive multiplayer online game 'PlanetSide 2.' Writers discuss their unique mechanics and appeal to niche audiences.
Meat Engine – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Meat Engine is a sci-fi boomer shooter inspired by classic titles like Quake and Doom, featuring fast-paced retro combat. Players take on the role of a bioweapon tasked with eliminating a monarch within a planet-sized sentient biomass. A beta demo is available for download on PC via Steam.
It runs Doom: AI chatbot edition
The article explores the recurring question of whether artificial intelligence chatbots are capable of running the classic video game Doom. This serves as a benchmark for testing the capabilities of new AI technologies.
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DOOM soundtrack composer Bobby Prince has returned home after a period in intensive care. The news was shared on the Doomworld forums, with thanks extended to Frans.
Into the Black
Composer Bobby Prince, known for the Doom soundtrack, has been released from the ICU and is now recovering at home. The article notes his critical condition and subsequent recovery, thanking medical professionals.
Going oldschool with a 3:2 display is a real nostalgic PC gaming hit
This article discusses the BenQ RD280UG monitor, which features a 3:2 aspect ratio, a departure from the current widescreen standard. While it offers benefits for productivity and certain older or vertically oriented games, its niche appeal and price point make it less suitable for general gaming compared to traditional widescreen displays.
Best Science Fiction Games To Explore In 2026
This article highlights some of the best science fiction games available to play, featuring a mix of well-known franchises and underrated titles. It covers games like Starfield, Doom (2016), No Man's Sky, Cyberpunk 2077, and the BioShock series, detailing their developers, release dates, and platforms.
The Pragmata mods are starting to roll in, and thank the stars they're largely focused on the dad bod
The sci-fi action game Pragmata is seeing a surge of mods, primarily focused on altering the appearance of the protagonist Hugh. Mods include character swaps with figures like Isaac Clarke from Dead Space, Doom Guy, and Master Chief, as well as less conventional additions like Shrek. The game is available on PC via Steam, with mod installation often requiring REFramework.
Making your own DRAM cells in a garden shed isn't the most practical solution to the RAMpocalypse, but it's…
YouTuber Dr. Semiconductor has successfully built functional DRAM cells in a backyard shed cleanroom, detailing the complex semiconductor manufacturing process. While the homemade cells work, their capacitors bleed charge faster than conventional DRAM, requiring more frequent recharging. Future plans include integrating these cells into a larger array and potentially hooking them up to a PC, with Doom mentioned as a possible test platform.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.
PlayStation Vita: Our Love for a Dead Console
The PlayStation Vita, released in 2011, aimed to bring a home console experience to a handheld device with features like dual analog sticks and an OLED screen. Despite a strong library of JRPGs, fighting games, and indie titles, it struggled against mobile gaming and the Nintendo 3DS due to its high price and proprietary memory cards. However, the console gained a dedicated following through modding, enabling emulation, custom themes, and the use of standard Micro SD cards, preserving its legacy as a beloved handheld.
Sunday Patches
A new Doom mod featuring 28 pilotable mechs has been released after two years of development. This unofficial modification adds significant new content to the classic game.
Dave Oshry, CEO of New Blood Interactive, will never uninstall Doom from his PC, and has over 488 hours in Fallout 76:…
New Blood Interactive CEO Dave Oshry discusses his PC gaming habits, highlighting Doom as a game he'll never uninstall and Fallout 76 as the game he has the most hours in. He shares his passion for CRPGs and FPS games, and details upcoming updates for titles like Fallen Aces and Gloomwood.
