Texas isn\u2019t just about barbecue and football. It\u2019s one of the most influential places in video game history. From genre-defining shooters to wildly creative indie hits, developers across the Lone Star State have left their mark on gaming culture. Let\u2019s take a look at six legendary titles made right here in Texas, starting with one of the most important games of all time.<\/p>\n
1.\u00a0DOOM\u00a0\u2013 The Game That Changed Everything<\/p>\n
Developer: id Software (Richardson, TX)
Release Year: 1993<\/p>\n
DOOM didn\u2019t just launch the first-person shooter genre. It redefined what video games could be. With its blistering pace, demonic pixelated enemies, and iconic shotgun, DOOM became a worldwide phenomenon almost overnight. It\u2019s brutal. It\u2019s fast. It\u2019s loud. And yes, it was born in Texas.<\/p>\n
2.\u00a0Quake\u00a0\u2013 More Guns, More Gore, More Glory<\/p>\n
Developer: id Software (Richardson, TX)<\/p>\n
After DOOM came Quake, the 3D cousin that took online multiplayer to new heights. This game set the stage for modern esports and online gaming long before Twitch was even an idea.<\/p>\n
3.\u00a0Borderlands\u00a0\u2013 Guns, Chaos, and Dark Humor<\/p>\n
Developer: Gearbox Software (Frisco, TX)<\/p>\n
With its cel-shaded art style, absurd weapon count, and post-apocalyptic flair,\u00a0Borderlands\u00a0became a cult classic and birthed one of the biggest loot-shooter franchises of all time.<\/p>\n
4.\u00a0Metroid Prime\u00a0\u2013 Nintendo\u2019s FPS Gem<\/p>\n
Developer: Retro Studios (Austin, TX)<\/p>\n
Texan developers brought\u00a0Samus Aran\u00a0into 3D with this atmospheric, genre-bending masterpiece. It was so good, Nintendo let them do the whole trilogy.<\/p>\n
5.\u00a0El Paso, Elsewhere\u00a0\u2013 A Modern Indie With a Local Soul<\/p>\n
Developer: Strange Scaffold (El Paso, TX)<\/p>\n
Imagine\u00a0Max Payne\u00a0meets\u00a0Blade\u00a0in a budget motel off I-10. This noir vampire shooter is slick, emotional, and proudly made in the Borderland.<\/p>\n
6.\u00a0A Dual Hand Disaster: Trackher\u00a0\u2013 Retro Score-Chasing Madness<\/p>\n
Developer: As An Enemy Studios (El Paso, TX)<\/p>\n
A fast-paced, split-screen arcade challenge where you control two ships at once. Made in El Paso, this game is a love letter to old-school difficulty and futuristic design.<\/p>\n
People Have Played DOOM On What?!<\/p>\n
One of the most legendary things about DOOM is that it can run on almost anything, and gamers love to prove it. Some of the most ridiculous (and real) things people have played DOOM on:<\/p>\n
A\u00a0pregnancy test screen<\/p>\n
A\u00a0digital camera<\/p>\n
A\u00a0smart fridge<\/p>\n
A\u00a0potato-powered calculator<\/p>\n
Inside\u00a0Minecraft\u00a0using redstone logic<\/p>\n
On a\u00a0McDonald’s cash register<\/p>\n
A\u00a0Lego brick with a screen hacked into it<\/p>\n
If it has a screen and a chip, someone out there is probably trying to run DOOM on it.<\/p>\n
Game Over? Not in Texas<\/p>\n
Whether you’re into brutal shooters, immersive sci-fi, or indie oddities, Texas developers have made something for every gamer. And let\u2019s not forget, one of the greatest games of all time came straight out of Richardson.<\/p>\n
So next time you\u2019re fragging demons or blasting through Borderlands, raise a toast to the Lone Star State. Happy National Video Game Day!<\/p>\n
Video Games That Have Included El Paso, Texas<\/p>\n
Throughout the world of video games, El Paso HAS been featured in various video games. Here are a handful of several video games where you’ll find a virtual version of El Paso, Texas.<\/p>\n
Gallery Credit: Daniel Paulus<\/p>\n
The Geeks Guide To El Paso: All Star Comics & Toys<\/p>\n
All Star Comics & Toys in Central El Paso is a staple of the geek community! Here for almost 40 years, this is a must visit for any vintage toy and comic collector in the Sun City!<\/p>\n
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