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FPS: First Person Shooter
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FPS: First Person Shooter

2023-06-01 · 275 min · ★ 7.9

Documentary · Action

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.

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Directors
Christopher Stratton
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CreatorVC
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United States of America
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Top Cast

John CarmackJohn CarmackSelf
John RomeroJohn RomeroSelf
Tom HallTom HallSelf
Adrian CarmackAdrian CarmackSelf
Sandy PetersenSandy PetersenSelf
American McGeeSelf
Graeme DevineGraeme DevineSelf
Jennell JaquaysJennell JaquaysSelf
Dave TaylorDave TaylorSelf
David KushnerDavid KushnerSelf
Tim WillitsTim WillitsSelf
Cliff BleszinskiCliff BleszinskiSelf
Warren SpectorWarren SpectorSelf
James D. RolfeJames D. RolfeSelf

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