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Key features The legendary FPS, All official expansions, Enhanced version with new DLC, Gameplay improvements. The icon strikes back Quake II is an iconic first-person shooter video game developed by id Software. You assume the role of a marine, the last hope of humankind to stop the Strogg, a hostile alien race waging war against Earth. The game offers a wide range of power-ups to help the player combat the constant threat on the planet's surface, including health packs and armor. Groundbreaking hit The game was built on the id Tech 2 engine, which represented the cutting-edge 3D environments in gaming at the time. The use of hardware-accelerated graphics also made a significant leap in the gaming industry. Moreover, Quake 2's fast-paced, competitive gameplay was ideal for multiplayer skirmishes. As a result, the game played a crucial role in online gaming development. Level layouts, enemy AI, weapon balance, and pacing were also designed elements that influenced subsequent first-person shooters, thus shaping the shooter genre. Enhanced version The enhanced version of Quake II includes previously released official expansions and multiplayer maps. Players may also enjoy a long list of improvements, such as a native 4K resolution and 120 FPS on the next-gen consoles and an 8-player split-screen on PC. Moreover, it includes brand-new content. The Call of the Machine extension provides a new Deathmatch map and a 28-level single-player campaign. Release date Quake II caused an actual earthquake in the gaming world with its release on December 9, 1997. Later, the legendary FPS was ported to newer platforms. On August 10, 2023, fans were positively shocked by the release of Quake II Enhanced. This version of the game is available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.