# GenZD

> iOS game engine for idTech 1 games, supporting WAD and MOD files with modern enhancements. (iPhone/iPad app by Infinite Evolution Technologies.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genzd/id6503916449 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Infinite Evolution Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/382641860)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 56 App Store ratings · 55 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 62 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-07-19
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genzd/id6503916449/reviews.md

## What is GenZD?

GenZD supports running games using the open-source idTech 1 game engine for iOS, and supports running its "WAD" game files as well as community-developed "MOD" files, all rendered natively using modern technology. It supports several capabilities beyond the original engine, such as modern 3D rendering, widescreen graphics, dynamic lighting, a fully scriptable environment, and much much more.

Please note that GenZD does not include content and they must be provided by you. Please use the Files app to move or copy files to the GenZD folder under "On my iPhone" or "On my iPad".

Configurations called "Launch Configurations" can be created using a base game file as well as additional MOD files (.pk3 and .zip files). A plethora of content developed by the community is available on the web, and almost all "mods" that use the UDMF or WAD formats are supported.

Additional features:
- Game controller support: PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, mFi
- On-screen touch virtual gamepad and virtual keyboard
- Customizable touch controls: Rearrange buttons, change color and size. Support for saving multiple layouts.
- Gyroscope aiming
- Widescreen Metal graphics rendering using MoltenVK
- Add your own game and mod files via the Files app
- Accessibility: Supports VoiceOver and mods that support accessibility
- Local Multiplayer: Host a co-op or deathmatch game, discover hosts running GenZD automatically on the same network and join a game

## Key features

- Modern 3D rendering
- Widescreen graphics
- Dynamic lighting
- Scriptable environment
- Game controller support
- Customizable touch controls
- Local multiplayer

## Chart rankings

- #61 in Top Paid · Entertainment (US App Store)

## What do users think of GenZD?

**Pros**

- 🎮 Full controller support
- 🔌 Works with all popular mods (DOOM, Brutal DOOM, Alien Trilogy, etc.)
- 🔍 Promising start for running GZDoom on iOS
- 💻 Portable experience on iPad with Magic Keyboard support
- 🙏 Developer is responsive to fixes and updates

**Cons**

- 🎮 Touchscreen aiming feels like controller input, not mouse-like
- 🔧 Lack of customization options for button layout and transparency
- 🐞 Crashes when switching between games
- ⌨️ Missing certain keys like underscore for entering commands

## Recent user reviews (10 of 55)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genzd/id6503916449/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Multiplayer Coop/Death match

*2026-04-12*

Is there a way to incorporate online coop and or deathmatch using our up address to host a game and then the other player joins that be great!!

Once you Upgrade from GZdoom to UZ Doom engin for the app your gonna have to rename it to…

Gen U/Z

### 5/5 — Great app for doom1,2 and others for mods

*2026-04-12*

Great app if you want to do mods on your iphone and have unlimited configurations. All I do is click one I already set up and it launches and don’t have to do it mainly every single time. Just wish I could get Wolfenstein Blades of agony to launch through the app

### 5/5 — Works great!

*2026-02-23, version 2026.1.0*

This is magic, doom everywhere.

### 5/5 — Great app but occasionally crashes

*2026-02-06*

I love this app, but my only complaint is that the app with crash or give an error message for cutscenes. It happened with siren and ashes afterglow. Can this please be fixed or is there a solution to the app crashing? Only happens on iOS not pc.

### 5/5 — Broken on iPad 26

*2026-01-21, version 2026.1.0*

Broken on iPad 26

### 4/5 — Honestly one of my favorite apps!

*2026-01-19*

I love this app! I’ve been waiting for a mobile port for GZ and this is exactly what I’ve been waiting for. There’s one problem however, I have not been able to find a way to fully disable vertical looking, but besides that, this has to single handedly be the best Doom app on the Apple Store.

### 1/5 — Broken on iPad 26

*2026-01-12, version 2025.10.1*

Broken on iPad 26

### 4/5 — Crashes at game launch

*2026-01-03*

iPad mini 6, 26.2.  Crashes instantaneously with any iwad.  Games only launch through saved configurations.

**Developer response:** Hi! This should be fixed in the latest 2026.1.0 version. Please update and give it a try!

### 5/5 — Support it

*2026-01-03, version 2025.10.1*

I like it very much

### 1/5 — Buggy unuseable garbage

*2025-12-28, version 2025.10.1*

Crashes at launch. Worthless and unuseable.

## Frequently asked questions about GenZD

### What is GenZD?

GenZD is an application that allows you to run games built on the idTech 1 game engine on your iOS device. It supports the original "WAD" game files as well as community-created "MOD" files, rendering them with modern capabilities like improved graphics and lighting.

### Does GenZD come with games?

No, GenZD does not include any game content. You will need to provide your own game and "MOD" files. These can be added to the app's folder using the Files app on your iPhone or iPad.

### What kind of games does it support?

It primarily supports games that use the idTech 1 engine, such as Doom. It is compatible with original "WAD" files and a wide variety of community "MOD" files, including those in PK3 and ZIP formats, especially those using UDMF or WAD formats.

### What are the enhanced features?

GenZD offers several improvements over the original engine, including modern 3D rendering, widescreen graphics, dynamic lighting, a fully scriptable environment, gyroscope aiming, and extensive game controller support for various modern controllers.

### Is GenZD free?

Based on the provided information, GenZD is a paid application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.1.0 — 2026-01-18

Fixed crash when launching a game on iPadOS 26.

### 2025.10.1 — 2025-09-30

- Fixed crashing when launching any game.

### 2025.10.0 — 2025-09-29

- Updated core to 4.14.2
- Updated for iOS 26

### 2025.5.0 — 2025-05-28

Support for online multiplayer. Requires the use of the WireGuard app to connect to the private multiplayer network.

Updated the on-screen keyboard to be larger to make it easier to type on.

### 2025.3.0 — 2025-04-03

Support for Game Mode.

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All apps by Infinite Evolution Technologies: https://appshunter.io/developer/382641860

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