How Do You Put a Price Tag on a Legacy Like id Software's?
As the industry evolves in 2026, we explore the enduring impact of id Software and the monumental legacy behind the creators of DOOM.
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What is the Value of id Software’s Legacy?
A look at the industry discussions surrounding the valuation of id Software and its enduring impact on gaming.
John Carmack and John Romero Address Recent id Software Layoffs
id Software co-founders John Carmack and John Romero share their thoughts on the recent layoffs at the studio following broader Xbox workforce reductions.
id Software Hit by Massive Layoffs, Relegated to Support Studio
Microsoft has laid off 136 of 185 employees at id Software. Former staff claim the iconic studio is now effectively a support team.
id Software Relegated to Support Studio Following Massive Layoffs
Following 136 job cuts at id Software this week, reports suggest the legendary developer has been relegated to a support studio role within Xbox.
id Software Hit by Massive Layoffs Amidst Xbox Restructuring
Half of the id Software team was laid off this week as part of a 3,200-person cut across Microsoft's Xbox division, impacting the future of the Doom franchise.
id Software Reportedly Loses Half Its Staff in Major Xbox Restructuring
Following a significant Xbox restructure, id Software has reportedly cut 50% of its staff. Here is what we know about the studio's future.
Xbox Layoffs Gut id Software Coding Team Following Engine Tech Cuts
Reports indicate nearly half of id Software's staff were laid off, with significant losses to the coding team behind the proprietary id Tech 8 engine.
John Romero Calls for id Software Preservation After Xbox Layoffs
Doom co-founder John Romero urges the preservation of id Software’s history following reports that nearly half of the studio's staff were laid off by Xbox.
John Romero Challenges Sandy Petersen on Doom Piracy Claims
John Romero clarifies that Doom's shareware model was designed for free distribution, pushing back against claims that piracy gutted id Software in the 90s.
John Carmack and John Romero Reflect on the Cost of Developing Quake
As Quake celebrates its 30th anniversary, original id Software developers discuss the intense development cycle and the toll it took on the team.
American McGee's Alice 2026: Development History and Origins Revealed
Explore the development history of American McGee's Alice, the inspirations behind the cult classic, and insights into McGee's time at id Software.
Finally, we explain why Doom runs on *everything* (yes, even gut bacteria).
Article by Rizwan Ahmed • Senior Writer, In Game News Verified Analysis Published: Jan 31, 2026 Report Integrity: Manually Reviewed by In Game News Editorial Team Platform: Gaming News | Status: Critical Update From digital cameras to smart appliances, id Software's 1993 classic is the ultimate hardware 'Hello World.'
Ex-id Software Vet: Game Optimization is an Art, Not Just Tech
In an era defined by skyrocketing system requirements and a growing list of demanding PC ports, a voice from a veteran of the highly-optimized worlds of id Software offers a compelling perspective: good performance is as much about smart art direction as it is about raw code. According to Emanuel Palalic, a former arti