Neowin News Feed for: Quake

QuakeCon 2024 announced for August 8-11; will it be used to officially reveal Quake 6?

John Callaham — Mon, 06 May 2024 21:14:01 +0000

id Software has announced that its annual QuakeCon LAN gaming event will be held August 8-11, 2024, in Grapevine, Texas. The event could be used by id to officially reveal Quake 6. Read more...

A Quake 6 teaser was fairly conspicuous in the new Indiana Jones game reveal video

John Callaham — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 23:34:01 +0000

Many people who watched the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle game reveal caught what looks very much to be a teaser for an upcoming Quake 6 game from id Software and MachineGames. Read more...

Quake II returns to action with new enhanced edition, out now with crossplay and more

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 17:38:02 +0000

QuakeCon 2022 opened the show with an announcement for Quake II, a new-and-improved version of the classic from 1997 featuring 4K widescreen support, cross-play, improved AI, and much more. Read more...

NVIDIA GeForce Now will add Doom, Quake and Wolfenstein games to its cloud gaming service

John Callaham — Thu, 03 Aug 2023 13:32:01 +0000

The upcoming game additions to the NVIDIA GeForce Now cloud gaming service are part of its recent agreement with Microsoft to add more of its titles to competing cloud game services. Read more...

We chat with David L Craddock, the co-director of the FPS: First Person Shooter documentary

John Callaham — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 18:00:01 +0000

David L Craddock talks about getting involved in this crowd-funded documentary, why it concentrates on FPSs made in the 1990s, its chances for a sequel, and his new job working for John Romero. Read more...

The FPS: First Person Shooter documentary is an excellent look at the popular game genre

John Callaham — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:00:01 +0000

FPS: First Person Shooter is an extensive look back at the history of the game genre, with lots of new and previously unrevealed info about the development of games like Doom, Quake, and more. Read more...

Quake 2 Remastered may be coming soon, according to new rating board listing

John Callaham — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 13:40:01 +0000

A new listing on South Korea's game rating board site indicates that Quake 2 Remastered is in the works, and with QuakeCon 2023 coming in August, the official reveal could be made soon. Read more...

It's time to play Xbox Games Showcase 2023 Bingo as we give our predictions

John Callaham — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 19:00:01 +0000

Tomorrow, Microsoft will hold its 2023 Xbox Games Showcase, and we decided to create a bingo card to see if we can predict what will be shown and announced during the live-streaming event. Read more...

QuakeCon returns as an in-person event in Grapevine, Texas August 10-13

John Callaham — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 18:48:01 +0000

The event will concentrate on the BYOC LAN event and will no longer offer free entry, general admission on the days of the event, or an exhibit hall. The event will be live-streamed on Twitch. Read more...

Quake gets 4K 120 FPS upgrade on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S

Asher Madan — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:04:02 +0000

Today, Bethesda released the current-generation upgrade for Quake on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. The title now runs at 4K resolution and 120 FPS on all three consoles. The upgrade is also free. Read more...

Quake returns with major enhancements, new content, and cross-play, out now

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 18:46:02 +0000

A brand-new version of Quake with major enhancements, cross-play across all platforms, a new expansion, and more was unveiled today during QuakeCon. It is out now across all platforms. Read more...

Quake may be getting a remaster as game receives a new ESRB rating

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 19 Aug 2021 13:04:01 +0000

Bethesda and id Software may be planning to unveil a new version of the original Quake later today at QuakeCon 2021. The game has popped up on rating boards, Steam update branches, and other places. Read more...

GLOBAL GIVEAWAY: Win a pair of gaming earbuds + USB sound card adapter from Neowin! [Update with winner]

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Sat, 29 Sep 2018 08:28:01 +0000

Our latest giveaway is for all you audiophiles and gamers. With10mm drivers and 7.1 virtual surround sound, the Quake earbuds are perfect for FPSes, and there's a USB sound card for a little oomph. Read more...

Quake Earbuds review: awesome sound let down by poor quality

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 12:08:01 +0000

Plextone's Quake earbuds try and reach for the sun with excellent sound quality and 7.1 surround sound but fail to live up to their true potential due to an uninspiring design and sub-par quality. Read more...

You get to keep Quake Champions if you download the free trial this week

Usama Jawad — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 07:08:01 +0000

In a surprise move today, Bethesda has announced a free trial for its upcoming multiplayer shooter Quake Champions. Players who download it this week get to keep it even after the trial ends. Read more...

@NeowinGaming: Revisiting Quake - the game that popularized online multiplayer

Usama Jawad — Sun, 13 Aug 2017 09:52:02 +0000

Quake is a series of video games that propelled eSports to the mainstream when the first title launched way back in 1996. It is fondly remembered for its online features and fully 3D environments. Read more...

Quake soundtrack by Nine Inch Nail's Trent Reznor looks to be arriving on vinyl

Timi Cantisano — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 06:50:01 +0000

It looks like the chance to own the Quake soundtrack on vinyl will soon be a reality as the LP has popped up on the Nine Inch Nail's website. The soundtrack was created by the band's Trent Reznor. Read more...

Quake Champions upcoming Tech Test invites everyone to try out the game for nine days

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Tue, 09 May 2017 11:28:01 +0000

The upcoming fast-paced arena style combat game, Quake Champions, will be open for everyone starting this Friday thanks to a Large-Scale Tech Test. It will also feature the new Sacrifice game mode. Read more...

This Weekend's PC Game Deals: Stay strong, the Summer Picnic Sale is still on

Adrian Potoroaca — Sun, 03 Jul 2016 06:30:01 +0000

Chances are that your wallet hasn't survived your adventures in the Steam Summer Sale wonderland - but in the event that it did, use our roundup of the best bargains to finish it off. Read more...

Bethesda announces Quake Champions in cinematic trailer

Usama Jawad — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 14:34:01 +0000

Touting multiplayer and eSports on PC, Bethesda Softworks has announced Quake Champions, promising a unique roster of characters with distinct abilities and fast arena-styled combat. Read more...

John Carmack joins Oculus VR as new CTO; not leaving id Software [Update]

John Callaham — Wed, 07 Aug 2013 15:04:00 +0000

In a surprise announcement, id Software co-founder and lead programmer John Carmack has announced he has joined Oculus VR, the makers of the Oculus Rift, as its CTO, but will remain at id. Read more...

QuakeCon 2013 confirmed for August 1-4

John Callaham — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 23:14:27 +0000

It was announced today that QuakeCon 2013, the annual gathering of gamers to celebrate id Software's family of games, will be held on August 1-4 in Dallas, Texas. Read more...

Paul Steed, industry legend has passed away

Todd Tanner — Sun, 12 Aug 2012 02:16:55 +0000

Paul Steed may well be an unknown name to most, but if you played Quake or Wing Commander, you've seen his work. Sadly he passed away recently. Exactly when is not clear though. Read more...

Doom creator thinks tablets will kill consoles

Tyler Holman — Tue, 29 May 2012 06:23:56 +0000

John Romero, the man behind classics like Doom and Quake, and really the modern shooter genre, thinks that consoles will soon go the way of the dodo, brought down by tablets and the post-PC revolution Read more...

Original Quake game no longer banned in Germany

John Callaham — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:19:16 +0000

The ratings board in Germany is now allowing the original 1996 version of id Software's first person shooter Quake to be sold in that country, a few months after Germany lifted the ban for Doom. Read more...

Forums for QuakeCon event hacked

John Callaham — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:29:52 +0000

A few weeks before the launch of the 2011 edition of QuakeCon, the organizers of the free LAN event have admitted that its official forums were the subject of a hacker attack. The official QuakeCon... Read more...

Happy 15th anniversary Quake

John Callaham — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 18:42:29 +0000

15 years ago today on June 22, 1996, id Software changed the entire gaming industry with the release of the full version of Quake (id released a free multiplayer preview build, known as Qtest, several... Read more...

Gaming news round up: Week of June 13

John Callaham — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 03:58:02 +0000

We admit it: We have been a little slack in giving you some end-of-the-day gaming news rounds-up news posts. Blame it on post E3 2011 fatigue and illness. But things will get back to normal... Read more...

id Software aquired by Bethesda parent company, ZeniMax

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:51:47 +0000

In an unexpected turn of events, one that is common in the gaming industry, it was released that id Software has been bought up by ZeniMax, parent company to the popular developer Bethesda. It has... Read more...

Quake Live public beta opens next week

Jonathan Steele — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:38:34 +0000

Having being in the closed beta stages for months, the gaming masses will finally be able to get in on the Quake Live action on February 24 when the beta goes public. According to the... Read more...

Enemy Territory: Quake Wars Demo v2.0

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:43:08 +0000

A new Enemy Territory: Quake Wars demo has been released, allowing you to try out this game developed by Splash Damage. The Enemy Territory: QUAKE WARS Demo 1.0 is no longer supported. We recommend that... Read more...

Enemy Territory: Quake Wars - Patch 1.4 Released

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:00:16 +0000

A new update has been released for the game "Enemy Territory: Quake Wars", this update fixes a lot of bugs in both single and multi player modes, as well it has lots of game play... Read more...

Enemy Territory : Quake Wars performance in-depth

Julio Franco — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 10:45:43 +0000

While other recently released titles like Bioshock and Medal of Honor: Airborne are based on the visually stunning Unreal 3 engine, Enemy Territory: Quake Wars has been built around a modified version of the Doom... Read more...

Quake 3 Arena to XBLA, Quake Zero for Free

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 14:30:09 +0000

Fueled by DOOM being a breakout hit on Xbox Live arcade, Carmack let it slip that Quake Arena is coming as a digital download. He didn't have much to share about that -- but that... Read more...

Internet resumption still shaky after Taiwan quake

Stephen Roberts — Tue, 02 Jan 2007 11:46:10 +0000

Authorities in Hong Kong have warned of Internet and email congestion when businesses reopen after the festive break as workers scramble to repair undersea cables hit by a quake last week. Repairs to the data... Read more...

Quake 4 Mac Demo Released

Mon, 07 Aug 2006 14:15:12 +0000

Aspyr has released a free demo of its Mac OS X port of id Software's Quake 4. The game runs natively on both PowerPC- and Intel-based Macintosh computers. Gamers take the role of Matthew Kane,... Read more...

Quakecon 06: Enemy Territory Quake Wars!

Todd Tanner — Fri, 04 Aug 2006 21:11:43 +0000

Our little buddy Oompa is very lucky as he is currently in attendance over at Quakecon 06 in Dallas, Texas. Quakecon is currently in Day Two mode, and while a ton of stuff has come... Read more...

Quake 4 Update 1.3 Point Release

Thu, 03 Aug 2006 00:48:38 +0000

Quote - Activision sends along the newest Quake 4 patch, adding new content and features to Raven's first person shooter sequel. If you already have version 1.2 installed you can grab this incremental... Read more...

Quake 3 chosen as CPL's 2006 World Season 1vs1 game

Todd Tanner — Fri, 21 Jul 2006 01:06:30 +0000

The Cyberathlete Professional League (CPL) announced today that it will use id Software's Quake 3 as the primary featured one-versus-one game for the soon to be announced CPL 2006 World Season. This decision was... Read more...

Quake 4 Quakemas Map Pack Released

Tue, 20 Dec 2005 21:10:10 +0000

Quake 4 developers id Software and Raven have made an early Christmas gift available to owners of the game in the form of three new maps. The new maps include Railed, a fast paced... Read more...