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Doom

Doom is the original first-person shooting release that started the iconic demon-slaying franchise. Players step into the shoes of the imposing Doomguy as he navigates multiple areas on Mars in an attempt to cull the demonic threat and keep humans safe.

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Franchise:
DOOM
Platform:
PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC, Stadia
Released:
December 10, 1993
Developer:
id Software
Publisher:
Bethesda
Genre:
First-Person Shooter
Engine:
Doom engine
ESRB:
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
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