DOOM’s 32nd Anniversary: the MS-DOS landmark that reshaped PC shooters
The launch was notable not only for timing but for scale: demand was so high that the planned FTP upload overwhelmed the university server id intended to use, forcing administrators to increase connections and clear existing users before the file went live — a small but vivid moment illustrating how quickly DOOM spread. Technically, DOOM introduced a powerful engine and mod-friendly WAD file format that invited user maps and mods, seeding a vibrant community that extended the game’s lifespan and influence.
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