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People are discussing the original Doom soundtrack being selected for the US National Recording Registry, highlighting the franchise’s cultural and historical impact beyond gaming. The headline focuses on an institutional honor rather than a new release or gameplay update.

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Key Takeaway The original Doom soundtrack is set to be inducted into the US National Recording Registry, underscoring its lasting cultural significance.
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The original Doom soundtrack is set to be inducted into the US National Recording Registry, underscoring its lasting cultural significance.

People are discussing the original Doom soundtrack being selected for the US National Recording Registry, highlighting the franchise’s cultural and historical impact beyond gaming. The headline focuses on an institutional honor rather than a new release or gameplay update.

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DOOM Eternal
$39.99 30d Low
$39.99$39.99May 21May 26
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DOOM: The Dark Ages
$69.99
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$69.99$23.09May 6May 25
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DOOM (2016)
£15.79
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£15.79£3.15May 14May 26
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GamesIndustry.biz · 7d ago
Original Doom soundtrack to be inducted into US National Recording Registry

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  • Watch for the National Recording Registry announcement/details tied to this Doom soundtrack induction. GamesIndustry.biz
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  • Original Doom soundtrack to be inducted into US National Recording Registry GamesIndustry.biz
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Standard Edition: $69.99 $23.09 (67% off) - all-time low. Premium Edition: Also at a new historical low, which includes the Campaign DLC, a Digital Artbook, Soundtrack, and the Divinity Skin Pack with matching cosmetics for the Doom Slayer, dragon, and Atlan mech. It's also worth noting that if you're a Game Pass PC or Ultimate subscriber, Doom: The Dark Ages is included in the catalog - so check that before purchasing.

All-time low: One of 2025's best action-FPS games is 67% off on Steam right now
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