Geek's Guide to the Galaxy - A Science Fiction Podcast 546. John Romero, co-creator of Doom, Quake, and Wolfenstein 3D
Jul 28, 2023
John Romero, co-creator of iconic video games Doom, Quake, and Wolfenstein 3D, discusses his new memoir and his experiences in the gaming industry. Topics include Romero's inspiration behind the book, his life before game development, the influence of Ultima games, adventures with Ken and Roberta Williams, consequences of staring at horrifying symbols, locations mentioned in the book, and the creation of Doom, Quake, and Wolfenstein 3D.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Doom Guy, Life and First Person: Interview with John Romero
01:57 • 14min
The Influence of Ultima Games
15:29 • 6min
Meeting Ken Williams and Dungeons and Dragons Adventures
21:09 • 9min
Analyzing the Consequences of Staring at Horrifying Symbols
30:36 • 17min
Discussion about Locations and Pilgrimages
47:49 • 2min
The Engine Black Book and the Creation of Doom, Quake, and Wolfenstein 3D
50:01 • 8min
A Discussion About the Guest's New Book
58:29 • 3min