- Quake originally launched by id Software 30 years ago.
- During the QuakeCon opening ceremony, a new free expansion for Quake was announced and released.
- The expansion, Dawn of the Machine, is available for all platforms except Epic Games Store and GOG.
- The expansion includes a 19-map campaign, a new soundtrack, and a new deathmatch map.
- The campaign features a looping structure with runes, persistent upgrades, and new enemy and weapon variants.
- Dawn of the Machine is a collaboration between id Software and MachineGames.
- The expansion follows Quake hero Ranger as he tries to escape a dimension of endless illusion.
- The expansion introduces new behaviours and overwhelming firepower to familiar foes like the Rocket Ogre and Demo Dog.
- Weapons feature brutal variants inspired by classic Quake expansions, such as the Super Axe and Laser Cannon.
- The new maps have been added to the campaign list in the remastered version of Quake and are free for existing owners.
Quake: Dawn of the Machine is a free expansion released during QuakeCon, marking the 30th anniversary of the iconic game. It features a 19-map campaign where players control Ranger, navigating a dimension of endless illusion. The campaign introduces a looping structure that reshapes gameplay with each run.1345678
Players will encounter familiar foes like the Rocket Ogre and Blood Shambler, now with new behaviors and overwhelming firepower. The expansion also includes brutal weapon variants inspired by classic Quake, such as the Super Axe and Laser Cannon. Runes unlock new paths and alter routes, enhancing the replayability of the game.9
The expansion is available on all platforms except Epic Games Store and Gog, and is a collaboration between id Software and MachineGames. This release coincides with the recent expansion, Revelations, raising questions about id Software's future in game development. The maps were crafted by a team known as Quake Club, comprising MachineGames employees who work on Quake maps in their spare time. The new content is free for anyone who owns Quake on Steam or current and last-gen consoles.
“A masterclass in balance ... successfully capturing the essence of Quake while simultaneously showcasing the immense power and flexibility available to modern mappers,” said a reviewer, highlighting the seamless teleportation and significant upgrades to lighting.
This expansion is part of a series of new campaign chapters developed by MachineGames in collaboration with id Software, celebrating the legacy of Quake.
“The expansion is a collaboration between id Software and MachineGames, with maps by the 'Quake Club' team. It introduces a time-loop mechanic and persistent upgrades, and is free for owners of Quake on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch.”
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