Husqvarna Launches Doom on Robotic Lawnmowers
In a unique blend of gaming and gardening, Husqvarna's Automower NERA series will feature the classic game Doom as a playable option.
- Husqvarna, known for its outdoor power tools, is set to make the iconic game Doom playable on its robotic lawnmowers starting April 2024.
- The Doom update will be available for free to around 30,000 owners of the Husqvarna Automower NERA range, playable between April and September 2024.
- The initiative was first showcased at Dreamhack Winter 2023, receiving positive feedback and leading to its public rollout.
- Playing Doom on the lawnmowers involves using a control knob for navigation and buttons for actions like running and shooting.
- This marks the latest in a series of unconventional platforms to run Doom, reflecting the game's widespread influence and the creativity of its fans.