When was first person shooter invented?

The first-person shooter (FPS) genre is generally credited to have started with the release of "Maze War" in 1974, which featured a first-person perspective and multiplayer gameplay. However, "Wolfenstein 3D," released in 1992, is often recognized for popularizing the genre and setting the foundation for modern FPS games with its graphics and gameplay mechanics. These early games paved the way for the evolution of FPS titles in the gaming industry.