Doom Devs Share Warm Messages With Dying Doom Fan
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- A terminally ill fan known as Wanderingrader123, battling Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, shared on Reddit how playing Doom Eternal and the upcoming Doom: The Dark Ages has brought him comfort during his final weeks in a Toronto hospital.
- The hospital fulfilled his wish by providing a PS5 and a copy of Doom: The Dark Ages, allowing him to enjoy the game despite financial difficulties.
- Hugo Martin, lead developer of recent Doom games, and John Romero, co-creator of Doom, personally responded with heartfelt messages praising the fan’s bravery and expressing gratitude for his support.
- The wider Doom community also offered encouragement and support, prompting Wanderingrader123 to express deep appreciation for the kindness and respect
