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Doom and Wolfenstein 3D composer Bobby Prince dies aged 81
Bobby Prince, the composer known for his iconic soundtracks for Doom and Wolfenstein 3D, has died at the age of 81. Prince also contributed music to other id Software titles like Doom 2 and Commander Keen, as well as games such as Duke Nukem 3D and Rise Of The Triad. His work on the original Doom soundtrack was recently inducted into the US National Recording Registry.
Bobby Prince, composer of classic id Software and 3DRealms FPS video game music, dead at 81
Iconic video game composer Robert Caskin Prince III, known as Bobby Prince, has died at the age of 81. Prince was celebrated for his work on classic 1990s first-person shooter titles such as Doom, Wolfenstein 3D, Quake, and Duke Nukem 3D, significantly contributing to the recognition of video game music as an art form.
One of the first games made in the Build Engine is about to be delisted
The first-person slashers Witchaven and Witchaven II, developed by Capstone and notable for being early adopters of the Build Engine, will be delisted on June 15. Publisher SNEG announced the delisting without specifying if it is due to expiring licenses or upcoming remasters. Both titles are currently available at a significant discount on Steam and GOG.
How a trio of Canadian modders stumbled into making an official Die Hard game: 'I've had projects disappear that had 10 times the promise that this did'
This article details the journey of Canadian modders Russ Bullock, Bryan Ekman, and Jay Holtslander as they transformed an unofficial Half-Life mod into the official Die Hard: Nakatomi Plaza game. The founders of Piranha Games faced challenges with engine choices, creative differences, and the transition from modding to commercial development, ultimately leading to Holtslander's departure before the game's release.
'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.
Morning Patches
This article provides updates on various game patches and mods, including an official patch for No Man's Sky and an unofficial native PC port release for Mega Man 64. It also mentions the first version of a path tracing mod for Duke Nukem 3D.
Out of the Blue
Duke Nukem 3D is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The author recalls the impact of the shareware demo and the game's launch, expressing nostalgia for the era.
Gamer Discovers Dad’s Incredible PC Gaming Legacy After His Passing
A Reddit user discovered their late father's extensive PC gaming library, which included classics like Doom, Half-Life, and SimCity. The user shared fond memories of their father, known as 'Mad Max,' playing these games and highlighted the importance of PC gaming's history and the generational connection it fostered.
Feature: Thank You, Mum, For The Last Ocarina Of Time
This article reflects on the author's lifelong passion for video games, particularly The Legend of Zelda series, and the significant role his mother played in fostering this hobby. He recounts instances of her dedication in acquiring games and consoles, highlighting her support despite not fully understanding the games themselves.
