gzdoom
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Description:
Adds an OpenGL renderer to the ZDoom source port
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.14.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: doom gaming source-port opengl retro
Install: brew install --cask gzdoom
About:
GZDoom is an advanced source port of the original ZDoom, adding a high-performance OpenGL renderer to the classic Doom engine. It provides modern graphical features like dynamic lights, hardware-accelerated rendering, and extensive modding support while maintaining full compatibility with the original game and its mods. This makes it the definitive way to experience classic Doom with modern visuals and performance.
Key Features:
  • Hardware-accelerated OpenGL renderer
  • Advanced lighting and particle systems
  • Extensive modding support via ZScript
  • High-resolution texture and model support
  • Backward compatible with classic Doom mods
Use Cases:
  • Playing classic Doom games with modern graphics enhancements
  • Developing and testing total conversion mods
  • Experiencing community-created maps and gameplay mods
Alternatives:
  • Chocolate Doom – Strictly vanilla-accurate, lacks modern features
  • PrBoom+ – Focuses on demo compatibility and speedrunning
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:16pm 4.14.2 0 VERSION_BUMP f7d2b863
Oct 28, 2023 2:28pm 4.11.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 2b7167ae
Oct 17, 2023 10:22am 4.11.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 6b32e4e2
Oct 11, 2023 7:21am 4.11.0 0 VERSION_BUMP b78c8ce3
Sep 29, 2023 8:53am 4.11.0 0 VERSION_BUMP cf70dfb7
Sep 29, 2023 8:08am 4.11.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 534cf51d