The Doom Eternal Soundtrack Controversy refers to the public fallout between legendary composer Mick Gordon and id Software following the game's release in 2020. The drama began when fans noticed the official OST release suffered from poor dynamic range and heavy compression compared to the in-game music. This led to a series of public statements, including a detailed open letter from producer Marty Stratton and a massive rebuttal from Mick Gordon years later. In the meme world, this controversy is used to highlight corporate mismanagement, the 'brick-walling' of audio files, and the struggle of creative artists against studio deadlines. It often features waveform comparisons or the 'disappointed fan' trope to emphasize the community's frustration over the lost potential of the highly anticipated soundtrack.