“All Doom players aspire to go medium-format eventually.” Watch classic 90s video game run on Hasselblad X2D 100C camera
Fancy blasting the demonic hordes between photoshoots on a multi-thousand-dollar medium-format camera? Me too!
A video of the original Doom running on a Hasselblad X2D 100C camera has surfaced on Reddit and YouTube, sparking intrigue among gamers and photography enthusiasts alike. While some were initially skeptical due to the presence of a visible cable connection and Hasselblad's proprietary operating system, evidence on GitHub strongly suggests the authenticity of this unique project.
However, it is crucial to note that any modifications to the camera's operating system, including unofficial firmware updates, could potentially damage the device and void the warranty.
This isn't the first time someone has attempted to port the classic 1993 PC game to a camera. Earlier this year, footage of Doom allegedly running on a Nikon Zf surfaced, raising questions about the game's compatibility with Nikon's locked software. Similarly, Digital Camera World reported on the possibility of playing Doom on a Canon EOS 550D using custom firmware called Magic Lantern.
Despite these attempts, the allure of Doom transcends boundaries, as its open-source code allows it to run on almost any device with a computer, making it a favorite among enthusiasts pushing the limits of technology and creativity.
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