Overview
Released in 1992 by [[id-software|id Software]], [[wolfenstein-3d|Wolfenstein 3D]] is a seminal first-person shooter that introduced players to the thrilling world of 3D gaming. Set against the backdrop of World War II, players assume the role of [[blazkowicz|B.J. Blazkowicz]], an American soldier tasked with defeating the Nazis and escaping from the infamous Castle Wolfenstein. The game's fast-paced action, coupled with its innovative use of 3D graphics, set a new standard for video games and laid the groundwork for the FPS genre as we know it today.