Wolfenstein 3D (1992) · Original Soundtrack · MS-DOS AdLib / OPL2
21Wolfenstein 3D, a seminal first-person shooter by id Software, published by Apogee Software in 1992, casts you as Allied spy William "B.J." Blazkowicz. Your mission is to escape Castle Wolfenstein and thwart Nazi schemes during World War II. You navigate maze-like levels, battling SS soldiers and mechanized bosses, utilizing weapons from knives to chain guns.
Built on John Carmack's revolutionary ray-casting engine, the game delivers textured 3D environments and sprite-based enemies for unparalleled immersion. Released as shareware, Wolfenstein 3D achieved immense popularity, selling over 250,000 copies by 1995. This violent, fast-paced experience paved the way for future franchises like DOOM and cemented its legacy as the "grandfather of 3D shooters".
Additional episodes such as Spear of Destiny involve thwarting Nazi experiments and recovering artifacts, offering replayability through secret areas and scoring systems. Robert Prince's music blends military marches and eerie synths, perfectly capturing the game's tense atmosphere. The game’s iconic score, originally composed for DOS, was later adapted by Brian Luzietti for the Macintosh and Todd Dennis for the 3DO, highlighting the game’s cross-platform appeal and enduring legacy.
00:00:00 Horst-Wessel-Lied
00:02:01 Wondering About My Loved Ones
00:04:30 Get Them Before They Get You
00:07:16 Searching For the Enemy
00:09:34 P.O.W.
00:11:52 Suspense
00:15:48 The March to War
00:18:12 Enemy Around the Corner
00:20:20 Nazi Anthem
00:22:22 Lurking...
00:24:53 Going After Hitler
00:27:40 Pounding Headache
00:29:48 Into the Dungeons
00:32:06 Kill the S.O.B.
00:34:57 The Nazi Rap
00:37:48 Twelfth Hour
00:41:43 Zero Hour
00:44:09 The Ultimate Challenge
00:46:54 Wolf Pac
00:49:53 Funk You!
00:51:51 End of Level
00:52:40 U R A Hero
00:53:26 Roster
00:54:11 Hitler Waltz
00:56:28 Salute
00:56:58 Victors
00:59:14 Victory March