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The 3dfx Voodoo series of 3D graphics accelerators, launched in the mid-to-late 1990s, revolutionized PC gaming by introducing hardware-accelerated 3D graphics. The original Voodoo Graphics (1996) added significant performance boosts to games through dedicated texture mapping, filtering, and real-time 3D rendering, allowing developers to create more immersive and visually detailed experiences. Its Glide API simplified game development, and the PCI card’s plug-and-play design made it accessible to all.

Voodoo’s dominance continued with the Voodoo2 and later models, which introduced multi-card configurations (SLI), allowing two cards to work together for even higher performance. These innovations were pivotal for popularizing 3D gaming on the PC platform, especially in titles like Quake and Unreal, which benefited greatly from smooth frame rates and graphical enhancements. 3dfx’s focus on dedicated 3D acceleration distinguished it from competitors that offered all-in-one 2D/3D solutions.

For retro gaming enthusiasts, the 3dfx Voodoo series remains iconic. It represents a golden era of PC gaming where the leap to true 3D transformed the industry. Its compatibility with classic games and the proprietary Glide API makes Voodoo cards highly sought after, as many retro titles were optimized specifically for Voodoo hardware, offering the most authentic visual and performance experience possible for that era.

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