chocolate-doom
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Description:
Accurate source port of Doom
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 3.1.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: gaming doom emulator retro graphics
Install: brew install chocolate-doom
About:
Chocolate Doom is a source port that accurately reproduces the behavior of the original Doom engine, including bugs, for authentic gameplay. It provides a vanilla-compatible experience with modern enhancements like OpenGL rendering and high-resolution support. This makes it ideal for purists wanting to play the original game or classic mods.
Key Features:
  • Vanilla compatibility: Faithfully reproduces original Doom bugs and behavior
  • Modern rendering: Supports OpenGL and high-resolution modes
  • Cross-platform: Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Multiplayer support: Includes network play via Doom's original protocol
Use Cases:
  • Playing original Doom WADs with authentic 1993 behavior
  • Running classic Doom mods and speedruns requiring strict engine accuracy
  • Preserving historical software for academic or archival purposes
Alternatives:
  • prboom-plus – PrBoom+ focuses on high-performance compatibility and demo recording, while Chocolate Doom prioritizes strict historical accuracy
  • gzdoom – GZDoom offers advanced rendering and modding features but significantly alters vanilla behavior
License: GPL-2.0-only
Dependencies: fluid-synth, libpng, libsamplerate, sdl2, sdl2_mixer, sdl2_net
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, sonoma, ventura, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Important Notes:
Note that this formula only installs a Doom game engine, and no
actual levels. The original Doom levels are still under copyright,
so you can copy them over and play them if you already own them.
Otherwise, there are tons of free levels available online.
Try starting here:
  https://www.chocolate-doom.org/
Version History
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Sep 14, 2025 5:43pm 0 VERSION_BUMP adfab185
Nov 17, 2024 8:34pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 7df73fc8