Quake II - Enhanced Edition

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 101 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 71 out of 101
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 101
  3. Negative: 12 out of 101

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  1. megapost
    Aug 13, 2023
    9
    The Original Quake 2 from 1997 is one of the best FPS of its time, since despite not having anything to do with its predecessor beyond the title, it improved Quake's mechanics and gave us a more complete and fun game. which served as inspiration for great future titles like Half-Life and Unreal Tournament. The connection between the levels of the game make it a fun and labyrinthineThe Original Quake 2 from 1997 is one of the best FPS of its time, since despite not having anything to do with its predecessor beyond the title, it improved Quake's mechanics and gave us a more complete and fun game. which served as inspiration for great future titles like Half-Life and Unreal Tournament. The connection between the levels of the game make it a fun and labyrinthine experience that can be very striking even almost 30 years after its launch. The incredible music of Sonic Mayhem can easily be considered one of the best soundtracks id Software has and the gameplay follows the standard set by the original Quake, fast-paced and frenetic combat that results in a rewarding experience for players new and old alike. equal. As a Remaster, the game meets expectations and even exceeds them, since not only the graphics has been massively improved, but also the behavior of the enemies and their artificial intelligence has been improved, the levels have been modified and updated, the enemies have new attacks and If you are a returning veteran player, I assure you that it will feel like this is a new game without losing the essence of what Quake 2 was originally. The game also contains a bonus section showing the game's development process, concept art, never-before-seen development documents, and deleted content, a welcome extra for fans of the series and id Software. Without a doubt, a remaster that is worth playing, whether you are new to the series or a veteran, since we are in the presence of one of the most innovative shooters of its time and I dare say that one of the best in history due to its influence on modern shooters.… Expand
  2. Jt0429
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    Good-
    Solid visual enhancements that improve the overall mood of the classic without diminishing its aesthetic. Restored soundtrack is incredible. Excellent quality-of-life and accessibility features. Better game feel, with tougher AI that have new tactics. The id Vault offers some nice behind the scenes assets and demos. Stellar value for money.
    Bad- The quality of the mission packs    Good-
    Solid visual enhancements that improve the overall mood of the classic without diminishing its aesthetic. Restored soundtrack is incredible. Excellent quality-of-life and accessibility features. Better game feel, with tougher AI that have new tactics. The id Vault offers some nice behind the scenes assets and demos. Stellar value for money.

    Bad-
    The quality of the mission packs doesn't quite match up to the base game. Call of the Machine is a decent addition overall but nothing too crazy. No auto save, which means abusing the Quick Save button constantly.

    Thoughts-
    Quake 2’s remaster isn’t just an incredible visual improvement to a classic game. It’s a love letter to fans that includes all past content while accommodating new players with functions like the compass and accessibility features. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at several assets while addressing one of the biggest omissions – the soundtrack, which is still incredible, even after all these decades.

    While the mission packs aren’t on the same level as the base game, the overall package is appealing to fans of old-school shooters. As the best way to experience one of id Software’s most iconic games (especially given its price), it’s also a strong benchmark for remasters in general.    … Expand
  3. Alejandro98
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Funny game 4k 60 fps xbox series X/S easy achievement you can get 100% so quickly… Expand
  4. muldjord
    Aug 15, 2023
    9
    The definition of a good remaster. Once again steered safely to harbor by the remaster masters at Nightdive Studios. Quality enhancements that respect the source material and heaps and heaps of rare and restored material for us to peruse. The original campaign is in there. The expansions are in there. A new amazing campaign by MachineGames is in there. And the Nintendo 64 Quake 2 campaign as well.
  5. Honestcritic19
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    They didn't have to go this hard with the remaster, but they did, and I'm grateful. It has a new campaign, co-op, splitscreen co-op, and now you can finally play the N64 version of the game on PC. Did I mention it's a free upgrade if you own the original version?
  6. SewAwOw
    Aug 26, 2023
    8
    Годное обновление классики, да еще и бесплатное для владельцев оригинала. Заметно освежили игру, сохранив при этом ее аутентичность, да еще и нового контента добавили. Уважение и почет!
  7. FuscoDB
    Aug 18, 2023
    10
    Suporte a 4K/120Hz, crossplay, co-op, multiplayer de tela dividida, multiplayer online, mapas N64, música midi restaurada... Tudo está incluído aqui em um pacote que parece polido e limpo de uma maneira que os jogos de hoje muito raramente fazem.
  8. zmija1
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Quake 2 classic one of best fps of all times ,revolutionary game engine ,with new improved graphic easy to play with new compass mode ,new expansions multiplayer improved ,must play classic .
  9. Zaherh256
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Der Spaßfaktor in diesem Spiel und den überarbeiteten alten Spielen ist millionenfach besser als in den neuen Spielen… Expand
  10. FOXDUDE69
    Aug 15, 2023
    10
    Enhances the visuals while keeping faithful to the original art style. Adds a ton of extra content and features, including a whole new campaign and a port of Quake 64.
    This is how you bring old games into the modern age! Absolutely beautiful!
  11. Dink
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    This is one of the favorite games of my youth. So many fond memories... A living classic in a new form. Maybe more new players will join and see where the cool shooters started from
  12. Rezam
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Amazing game for the fps players, if you couldn't play the original quake 2 , it's your time now
  13. Wolfy_vuki
    Aug 22, 2023
    9
    Great remaster of one of the best fps games of all time. Now I hope people will stop hating this game.
  14. scurpiun77
    Aug 29, 2023
    10
    Gameplay 2/2
    Music 2/2
    Story 2/2
    Level design 2/2
    Graphic 2/2
    This game is so nostalgic for me and with this game I travel too 20 years ago thank to Id software and Bethesda and Microsoft!!!
  15. Gulbens
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    A lifetime classic game. Nice step from ID to give younger players to experience it
  16. OS0PA3R0X
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    probe quake 2 y puedo decir que me gusto nunca antes habia probado este juego pero me engancho este juego deja mucho que desear es demansido facil su actualizacion a 4 120 frames en consola es muy bueno para que muchos usuarios de xbox puedan probarlo pero espero que saquen un remeake en otro motor grafico menos prehistorico
  17. borat_it_nice
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Enhances the cg with the old style, i'm 20 hours in and is still kicking!!! I suggest every gamer plays this at least once!
  18. jkjk1006
    Aug 29, 2023
    8
    This takes me way back to my Quake 2 days. Had lots of fun with friends back then and it's still fun now, it seems. Very nice enhanced edition. with campaigns, etc.
  19. SauloArroyo
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Excelente actualización sobre el juego incluye todos los DLC, Campaña nueva para que relanzamiento y la versión de Quake 2 64, la verdad el juego entre otras plataformas se agradece mucho ya que puedo jugarlo con amigos desde otras plataformas, estoy disfrutando este juego como lo recuerdo en mi infancia

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89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  1. Riot Pixels
    Jan 28, 2024
    80
    This is a solid and filled with new content remaster of one of the most popular and technologically advanced first-person shooters of the 1990s.
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  2. Shacknews
    Dec 24, 2023
    90
    Nightdive’s Quake II remaster is one of the best values in a year overflowing with fantastic games. It appeals to veterans who played the original, and all the customization bells and whistles make it welcoming to players who want to experience it for the first time.
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  3. CD-Action
    Oct 10, 2023
    90
    This is exactly how legendary games should be revived: with respect for the source material, enhanced and expanded, not tarnished or turned upside down. Quake II Remastered offers the main campaign, two original mission packs, a completely new expansion and Quake II 64, and thanks to a handful of improvements plays even better that 26 years ago.
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