VIDEO: History of the First Person Shooter

From Maze War (1973) through Doom (1993) and Far Cry (2004), this video captures the essence of what makes FPS games great - frantic fist-pumping death and destruction.

It's perhaps no surprise that some of the best-selling titles today are shooters - and with the increased emphasis on online play, there's never been a better time to turn your attention to the genre.

Afterall, after a hard day's work, what better way to unwind than to grab your plasma rifle and get a few headshots before bed?