Legendary Doom Composer Bobby Prince Passes Away at 81

WHO:

Engadget - Bobby Prince, composer for Doom and other classic shooters.

Video Games Chronicle - Robert Caskin ‘Bobby’ Prince III, served as a platoon leader in the Vietnam War, turned to counselling, law, and video game music.

Video Games Chronicle - John Romero, co-designer of Doom, paid tribute to Prince.

Video Games Chronicle - George Broussard, co-founder of Apogee / 3D Realms, wrote an obituary for Prince.

WHAT:

Engadget - Bobby Prince has died.

Video Games Chronicle - Bobby Prince passed away at the age of 81.

Video Games Chronicle - Prince's soundtrack for Doom was selected for inclusion in the Library of Congress's National Recording Registry as one of 25 newly inducted audio treasures.

WHERE:

Video Games Chronicle - Prince worked with id Software and Apogee Software.

WHEN:

Video Games Chronicle - Prince died on Tuesday, as confirmed by his family.

WHY:

Video Games Chronicle - Prince's work was recognized for its cultural, historical, or aesthetic importance.

HOW:

Video Games Chronicle - Prince relied on the ‘Doom Bible’ for inspiration while composing the soundtrack for Doom.

Video Games Chronicle - Prince created music using an AdLib card with limited instruments.

(UPDATED June 19, 2026 19:30 UTC)

Bobby Prince, the renowned composer behind the iconic soundtrack of Doom, has passed away at the age of 81, as confirmed by his family. His contributions to video game music were celebrated, with his work being recognized for its cultural and historical significance, including a selection for the Library of Congress's National Recording Registry. John Romero, co-designer of Doom, and George Broussard, co-founder of Apogee Software, both paid tribute to Prince, highlighting his impact on the gaming industry and his legacy as a talented musician.