Modders have once again proved that Doom can run on any device with a screen. However, a recent test runs the classic game on a volumetric display, giving it a fresh new look and feel.
Running Doom on devices like a McDonald’s kiosk, Notepad, a smart lamp, a Lego block, a lawn mower, or even another video game is indeed impressive. But the new test takes the game to a whole new level. A tinkerer and YouTuber, Ancient, recently posted videos showcasing their homebrew volumetric display. This device emits three-dimensional hologram-like images that give the game an entirely new perspective.
Ancient’s device operates within a dome-shaped glass cover and can also run unshielded at a reduced refresh rate. The game is played from a third-person view, making it harder to navigate due to the limited space it can render. Ancient further enhanced the experience by implementing the voxel mod that transforms Doom’s 2D sprites into 3D voxel-based objects.
Google researchers also created an unusual version of Doom by teaching Stable Diffusion to generate the game automatically. Although the results are mostly accurate, minor errors can be seen upon close inspection.
Those interested in playing Doom on modern hardware can look into the Doom and Doom 2 combo pack released by id and Nightdive Studios, featuring a new map pack and all prior official episodes.
The classic video game Doom has been ported to various devices, showcasing its versatility and the creativity of its fans. However, most of these hacks involve transferring the game’s classic gameplay and graphics to new devices without any changes. A recent volumetric version of Doom, on the other hand, takes the game to a new level by utilizing a homebrew volumetric display that emits three-dimensional hologram-like images.
The display, created by tinkerer and YouTuber Ancient, uses a dome-shaped glass cover to project the game’s 3D images. Ancient also implemented the voxel mod, which transforms Doom’s 2D sprites into 3D voxel-based objects. This adds to the immersive experience of the game and demonstrates the potential for volumetric displays to revolutionize gaming.
Overall, this unique take on Doom shows that even a classic game can be reinvented and experienced in new and exciting ways.