GZDoom

Feature-rich Doom port.

By ZDoom

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For Freedoom

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What it changes

Hardware renderer.

GZDoom is a community add-on for Freedoom. Feature-rich Doom port. Use the PlayBound launcher to drop the archive into the correct Freedoom content folder, then enable the mod from the game's mod or content menu. Mods are versioned separately from the base game — match the recommended engine or client release before joining multiplayer, and keep a clean backup of your settings if you experiment with several packs at once. PlayBound only lists projects that publish redistributable archives or clear external download pages. Always read the upstream README for credits, required assets, and known incompatibilities.

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Install with the PlayBound Launcher

The launcher installs this into mods/ for Freedoom. If the base game is missing, it will install that first.

Download manuallyAll mods for Freedoom

How to install GZDoom

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Install Freedoom first if you have not already — GZDoom is an add-on and needs the base game.
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Frequently asked questions about GZDoom

Is GZDoom free?

Yes. GZDoom is released under Community / External hub and costs nothing. Neither it nor Freedoom has any paid content.

What do I need to run GZDoom?

Freedoom, which is itself free. GZDoom is an add-on and will not run standalone.

How do I install GZDoom?

The PlayBound Launcher installs it in one click from Freedoom's mods list. You can also install it by hand — full steps are on this page.

How big is GZDoom?

Roughly 40 MB, on top of the base Freedoom installation.

Is GZDoom open source?

Yes. The source is published at github.com/ZDoom/gzdoom under Community / External hub.