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Doom Composer Bobby Prince Dies at 81
20 Jun
Summary
- Video game composer Bobby Prince, known for Doom, has died at 81.
- His Doom score was recently added to the Library of Congress registry.
- Prince also composed music for Wolfenstein 3D and Duke Nukem.
Bobby Prince, a groundbreaking video game composer celebrated for his work on titles such as Doom and Wolfenstein 3D, has passed away at 81. His family announced that he died peacefully on June 16, 2026. Prince's influential compositions were instrumental in establishing video game music as a respected art form.
His legacy includes iconic soundtracks for Doom, Doom II, Wolfenstein 3D, and Duke Nukem 3D. This past May, the Library of Congress recognized his significant contribution by preserving the Doom score in its National Recording Registry. The registry lauded Prince's use of MIDI technology and his inspiration drawn from heavy metal bands.
Before his prolific career in game development, Prince was a practicing lawyer. He leveraged his understanding of MIDI to craft immersive soundscapes, even ensuring sound effects were distinct. Prince also composed music for the 2014 game Wrack, continuing to contribute to the industry throughout his life.
