Configured Doom 1993 on Ubuntu with GZDoom

  • Day: 2025-03-28
  • Time: 00:30 to 02:40
  • Project: Dev
  • Workspace: WP 2: Operational
  • Status: Completed
  • Priority: MEDIUM
  • Assignee: Matías Nehuen Iglesias
  • Tags: Doom, Ubuntu, Gzdoom, Gaming, Installation

Description

Session Goal

The goal of this session was to successfully install and configure Doom (1993) on an Ubuntu system using open-source tools like GZDoom and DOSBox.

Key Activities

  • Explored methods to fit a couch through a narrow aperture, including 3D maneuvering strategies.
  • Investigated public transport legislation for chronic illnesses in Santa Catarina.
  • Provided a detailed step-by-step guide for installing and running Doom (1993) on Ubuntu.
  • Discussed the differences in the Doom series, focusing on Doom 3 and Doom (2016).
  • Detailed the process of extracting the DOOM1.WAD file using DOSBox and setting it up with GZDoom.
  • Addressed a sandboxing issue with GZDoom when using Snap by relocating the WAD file to a Snap-visible directory.

Achievements

  • Successfully installed Doom (1993) on Ubuntu using GZDoom.
  • Resolved sandboxing issues with GZDoom on Snap, ensuring stable gameplay.

Pending Tasks

  • Further exploration of public health legislation in Santa Catarina is needed for a comprehensive understanding.

Evidence

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