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FPS: First Person Shooter

2023

275 minutes

Documentary

Overview

This documentary takes a game-by-game deep dive into the history and evolution of a genre that has grown from the simple wireframe graphics of Maze War and Spasim to become a staple of popular culture that is enjoyed by millions of gamers worldwide. Explore the creation and legacy of the most popular and significant FPS titles from the last 48 years, including favorites such as Wolfenstein 3D, Doom, Quake, GoldenEye, Half-Life, Unreal Tournament, Deus Ex, Halo… and many more.

Top Cast

John Carmack headshot

John Carmack

John Romero headshot

John Romero

Self

Tom Hall headshot

Tom Hall

Adrian Carmack headshot

Adrian Carmack

Sandy Petersen headshot

Sandy Petersen

American McGee headshot

American McGee

Graeme Devine headshot

Graeme Devine

Jennell Jaquays headshot

Jennell Jaquays

Dave Taylor headshot

Dave Taylor

David Kushner headshot

David Kushner

Tim Willits headshot

Tim Willits

Cliff Bleszinski headshot

Cliff Bleszinski

Warren Spector headshot

Warren Spector