ZeniMax Media Buys DOOM Maker

ZeniMax Media Inc., a Rockville, Md.-based game publisher backed by Providence Equity Partners, has acquired id Software, creator of games like DOOM and QUAKE. No financial terms were disclosed. Providence bought $300 million of convertible preferred stock in ZeniMax 18 months ago, for around a 25% ownership stake.

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