Boomer Shooter
CONCEPT
A genre of FPS games that was popular in the 90's, usually associated with fast, simplistic combat and low amounts of cover. The style has seen a resurgence since the late 2010s, wherein the term was popularized, as some developers revisited the design philosophies present in older games. Some modern entries are even developed in old FPS engines, or in modernized derivatives thereof.


Some of the most notable examples from the 90's are Wolfenstein 3D, original Doom, its sequel Doom II, Duke Nukem 3D. Later in the late 90's there are Shadow Warrior and Blood as follow-ups. For some instances, this sub-genre cooperate with rpg or narrative elements, even immersive sim elements could be added into the mix.