SNEAK PEEK
- The 1990s classic game Doom is now playable on the Dogecoin blockchain, marking its 30th anniversary.
- Developer Mini Doge used the Dogecoin Ordinals protocol, or “Doginals,” to inscribe Doom onto the blockchain.
- Users can play Doom on computers and mobile phones through an inscription link.
In a remarkable blend of technology and nostalgia, Dogecoin, known for its meme origin, proudly hosts the iconic 1990s game Doom. Thanks to the efforts of a developer known as Mini Doge, the much-loved first-person shooter game has found a new home on the blockchain. This move marks a celebration of Doom’s 30th anniversary, showcasing a unique intersection of gaming history and modern blockchain technology.
Mini Doge utilized the Dogecoin Ordinals protocol, creatively dubbed “Doginals,” to inscribe the game onto the network. This technological feat enables users to play Doom on computers and mobile phones by accessing the inscription link. The game, first released in 1993, captured the hearts of gamers with its engaging gameplay and has been a significant part of gaming culture. The blockchain version includes nine levels of the game, carefully selected to avoid any legal complications.
Shibes, it’s officially decided by the one and only @MilkRoadDaily: It’s #Doginals on #drc20. 🔥🥇
👋🏻 #Cardinals it has been a nice few days with you! pic.twitter.com/ta2ZDIXrbB
— Doge Labs | Dogecoin Ordinals (Doginals) & Drc-20 (@verydogelabs) May 18, 2023
The Ordinals protocol, initially a part of the Bitcoin network, has recently expanded its reach. Its journey onto Litecoin was followed by a challenge by a user named Indigo Nakamoto, who offered a reward for integrating the protocol into Litecoin’s blockchain. Doge Labs, a group of Dogecoin enthusiasts, quickly adopted this trend, bringing the protocol to the community. This has enabled users to inscribe various forms of digital content, such as images, videos, and audio, onto these blockchains.
This innovation on Dogecoin’s network has had a significant impact, evidenced by a record-breaking 1.2 million transactions daily. This surge in activity is attributed to the excitement surrounding the arrival of the Ordinals protocol.
Before this, the Bitcoin blockchain had witnessed a similar inscription. Developers at Ninjalerts, a Bitcoin Ordinals portfolio tracker, inscribed an emulator for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System onto a satoshi. Citing a study on the endangerment of 90% of classic video games, Ninjalerts CEO Trevor Owens emphasized the importance of preserving these games. He described them as “cultural digital artifacts” and advocated for Bitcoin as an ideal platform for their preservation.
This fusion of blockchain technology with classic gaming honors the legacy of games like Doom and opens a new chapter in how we preserve and access digital content. As blockchain technology continues to evolve, it might redefine how we interact with our digital past, offering preservation and accessibility in innovative ways.
