Doom turned 30 this month: How the Seminal FPS Shaped IT Careers
Doom, a groundbreaking first-person shooter game, turned 30 years old on December 10, 2023. To commemorate this milestone, co-creators John Romero and John Carmack have released new content for the game, including new levels and multiplayer arenas. The game's impact on the IT industry is significant, as it was one of the first games to allow players to play over a network in multiplayer mode, inspiring many to learn about networking and gain valuable skills. The game's success can be attributed to its simplicity and focus on gameplay, as well as its unique and effective weapons. Despite being 30 years old, Doom remains popular among gamers and has stood the test of time due to its design and level design.
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