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The 25 most influential works of American culture

The Washington Post's list of the 25 most influential works of American culture includes a video game for the first time.

By · Published July 19, 2026 at 18:08 UTC · Updated July 19, 2026 at 22:26 UTC

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Source diversity sample: 게임메카 · HotHardware · PC Gamer · Gagadget.com · Time Extension · The Washington Post.

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The Washington Post has published a list of the 25 most influential works of American culture. The list includes the video game Doom, marking the first time a video game has been recognized in this context.

Coverage emphasizes Doom's unique position as the sole video game on the list. The Washington Post, HotHardware, PC Gamer, Time Extension, and Gagadget.com are among the outlets reporting on this development.

Watch for reactions from the gaming community and potential discussions on the broader influence of video games on American culture.

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What is the significance of Doom being on this list?

Doom's inclusion marks the first time a video game has been recognized as one of the most influential works of American culture.

Which other works are on the list?

Coverage does not yet specify the other works included in the list.

How has the gaming community responded?

Coverage does not yet specify the gaming community's response.

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