Doom Quote by John Carmack
“It's a good thing Doom 3 is selling very well.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Game Developer Conference, 2005
Commercial success of a game can be independent of its artistic merit, highlighting market dynamics over quality.
In simple terms: Success isn’t always about quality.
Focus on market appeal.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- game development
- marketing strategy
- budget planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives sales more: hype or substance?
- How to balance profit and creativity?
High sales may mask underlying design flaws.