Once upon a time, in the vast expanse of video game lore, a meme was born. A meme that tested the limits of possibility, daring to ask the question: “Can it Run Doom?” This latest iteration, while tamer than its predecessors – such as the infamous “Doom on the MacBook Pro’s Touch Bar” or the mind-bending “Doom on gut bacteria” – still holds a spark of creativity and insanity that is the hallmark of this peculiar meme.
In a video shared on the mysterious realm of X (formerly known as Twitter), a bold indie game developer by the name of Jackson Clayton unveiled a tantalizing spectacle. He managed to coax the formidable Doom into the fantastical world of Fortnite. In this clever display, the iconic Doomguy seemed poised to embark on a familiar journey through the hallowed halls of E1M1. Yet, to everyone’s surprise, he pivoted and instead engaged in Fortnite’s building mechanics, weaving a surreal tapestry of two gaming worlds colliding.
But the burning question lingers in the air like a haunting melody – can Fortnite truly run Doom? It is a riddle that teases the mind with its enigmatic complexity, calling forth the most daring of adventurers to unravel its mystery.
In an enchanting dialogue with Kotaku, Clayton unraveled the secret behind his daring escapade. By extracting the revered E1M1 level from Ultimate Doom Builder and transmuting it into the realm of Fortnite through Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), Clayton achieved the impossible. Through intricate manipulation of Unreal’s mystical material system, he bestowed upon the Doom Marine a mesmerizing spin and pixelated the screen, conjuring an illusion that closely mirrored reality.
This majestic feat, though unable to grace Fortnite’s Island Creator or the virtual marketplace, serves as a testament to the boundless nature of Doom’s prowess. It whispers a tale of resilience and adaptability, echoing through the ages as a testament to the enduring legacy of this beloved classic.
For those who crave more adventures in the realm of Doom, fret not. A new chapter beckons on the distant horizon – “Doom: The Dark Ages” awaits with bated breath, slated for release in 2025 on the hallowed grounds of PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. And for the nostalgic souls yearning for the classics, the original Doom trilogy awaits, ready to be experienced on a myriad of platforms, from Android to iOS.
Thus, the saga of Doom continues to weave its intricate tapestry, transcending boundaries and captivating the hearts of gamers across the cosmos. As we gaze upon this timeless masterpiece, we are reminded of the indomitable spirit that propels us ever forward into the boundless realm of gaming.
