Wolfenstein 3D 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Shooter

Wolfenstein 3D

Certified classic

System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1995 (originally 1992)
GenreShooter
Developerid Software
PublisherValve Corporation
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesWolfenstein
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 13

Wolfenstein 3D is a shooter released in 1995 for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer, developed by id Software and published by Valve Corporation. This 3DO release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992.

It landed about 2 years into the 3DO's life. Other notable 3DO releases from 1995 include Theme Park, D and Primal Rage. Among the 20 3DO shooters in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.

It is part of the Wolfenstein series. The series also appears on other systems with Wolfenstein 3D (Jaguar) and Wolfenstein 3D (SNES). id Software also made Doom for the 3DO.

Wolfenstein 3D is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you want to experience one of the 3DO's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Wolfenstein 3D is like

Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.

Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.

Wolfenstein 3D gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

Wolfenstein 3D walkthroughs & guides

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Wolfenstein 3D FAQ

When did Wolfenstein 3D come out on the 3DO?

Wolfenstein 3D was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995; the original game dates back to 1992.

Who made Wolfenstein 3D?

It was developed by id Software and published by Valve Corporation.

Is Wolfenstein 3D multiplayer?

No. Wolfenstein 3D is a single-player game.

How long does Wolfenstein 3D take to play?

As a shooter, Wolfenstein 3D typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Wolfenstein 3D on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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