Doomsday was created by writer Dan Jurgens and artist Brett Breeding, first appearing in Superman: The Man of Steel #17, marking the character's debut in the DC Comics universe.
Doomsday is featured as the central antagonist in the 'Death of Superman' storyline, where he famously kills Superman in a battle, dramatically impacting the DC Comics universe and comic book history.
Over subsequent comics, Doomsday's design was refined and evolved, becoming more monstrous and detailed, reflecting his brutal nature and adaptability.
Doomsday made his animated debut in "Superman: Doomsday", a direct-to-video film adaptation of the 'Death of Superman' storyline, bringing the character to a wider audience.
Doomsday appeared as the primary antagonist in the live-action film 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice', dramatically increasing the character's mainstream recognition.
Various new versions and variants of Doomsday have been introduced in comics and media, including different origin stories and power sets to keep the character fresh and relevant.
Doomsday is genetically engineered on Krypton by scientist Bertron, through a process of forced evolution aimed at creating the ultimate life form by continuous resurrection and killing.
Doomsday breaks free from its containment on Krypton, causing massive destruction on the planet and leading to its banishment into space.
Doomsday drifts through space for thousands of years, evolving immunity to various attacks by dying and being resurrected repeatedly.
Doomsday battles Superman in Metropolis, leading to a brutal fight that results in the death of both Superman and Doomsday.
Doomsday is resurrected multiple times through various means, each time becoming progressively more powerful and dangerous.
Doomsday fights members of the Justice League, demonstrating its threat level to Earth's heroes beyond just Superman.
Doomsday is captured and studied by various scientific organizations attempting to understand and neutralize it.
