Exploring Voxel Doom on a Volumetric Display

Playing Doom on a Volumetric Voxel Display

In 2022, we introduced you to James Brown, the Weta Workshop graphics engineer whose unique hobby revolves around building mesmerizing displays. His latest creation features a stunning crystal ball filled with shimmering volumetric light, allowing him to play Doom like never before.

But this isn't just any version of Doom. This is Voxel Doom, where every pixel lives in 3D space, aligning perfectly with the dots of the volumetric display he's engineered. As shown in a YouTube video, James explains, “It’s like a hologram fan, but instead of spinning a 1D strip to create a 2D image, it spins a 2D panel to generate a 3D illusion.”

Innovative Display Technology

• James has been developing this project for over a year, aiming for a perfect experience.
• His innovations include a requirement for faster spinning for smooth visuals—important during filming.

On his Mastodon, he shares not just Doom, but also scenes with volumetric lunar landers, dino heads, and skulls demonstrating his creativity and technical capabilities.

Lego and Doom

Previously, Brown captured attention by embedding real computers within Lego bricks, which can also play Doom. This blend of nostalgia with cutting-edge technology exemplifies his unique approach to gaming and engineering.

For more about his progress and projects, tune into his YouTube channel and follow him on Mastodon.