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Doom

gameactive11 mentionsFirst seen Dec 4, 2016Last seen Feb 1, 2026

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Doom is a pinball game title with multiple digital and physical implementations across different platforms. It exists as a Bethesda digital pinball table available on Pinball FX, a Zen Studios title potentially compatible with Pinball M, and was proposed as a video game theme for a hypothetical pinball design concept. The entity represents a cross-platform pinball adaptation of the iconic Doom franchise.

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  • opinionhigh

    Doom is an old-school FPS with no reload mechanic that is more satisfying than modern shooters

    Source: Tony and DennisEpisode 25 - Happy 2017!
  • factualhigh

    Doom missions contain no time pressure mechanics, aligning with original game's exploration philosophy

    Source: Jared Morgz, from review copy experienceTake the Challenge, Brave One

Recent Mentions (11)

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  • 2016 video game; Tony purchased during Steam sale; praised for single-player campaign despite poor multiplayer; old-school FPS mechanics

    Episode 25 - Happy 2017!Jan 2, 2017
  • Video game title proposed for pinball adaptation; 2016 and newest versions described as fast-paced; discussion focuses on hurry-up modes and metal soundtrack potential

    Episode 120 - Video Game ThemesJul 27, 2020
  • Zen pinball table from Bethesda Pack; dark tone matching original game; features long missions with portal-shooting objectives (30+ portals per mission); includes Nine Inch Nails-inspired industrial music; two difficulty modes including Nightmare Mode

    Take the Challenge, Brave One

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  • Existing: Doom is a Bethesda digital pinball table on Pinball FXvsConflicting: Mention 0 describes 'Doom' as a recent Stern release struggling with sales
    Resolved
    kept_existing · Mar 2, 2026

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Dec 4, 2016
  • Completely scratch-built custom pinball machine based on the Doom video game; builder is not an experienced pinhead; features custom code and playfield engineering

    Episode 116: Imoto “Arcade” HarneyMar 20, 2018
  • Existing Zen title hosts speculate could be added to Pinball M with enhanced blood content

    Is This Zen After Dark (Pinball M)?Jul 23, 2023
  • Bethesda digital pinball table being re-released on updated Pinball FX platform

    Judge Dredd Coming to Pinball FX, Stranger Things on the Line at Stern; Interview with Randy MartinezJan 24, 2026
  • Video game theme proposed by Dennis for hypothetical short ball-time pinball design concept

    Episode 264 - Ubisoft: The SegmentFeb 1, 2026
  • Recent Stern release struggling with sales; distributor feedback indicates poor market performance

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