ezQuake for Linux

a modern QuakeWorld client focused on competitive online play

Overview

ezQuake is a modern QuakeWorld client designed for competitive online play on Linux.

It brings updated graphics and features that improve the classic QuakeWorld experience while keeping gameplay fast and smooth.

This makes it easier for users to start playing QuakeWorld® with a fresh look and improved visuals.

The software offers modern graphics effects like particle explosions, trails for rockets and grenades, fog, water effects, and detailed models.

It also includes messages for killing sprees and other in-game actions to keep players informed.

ezQuake focuses on features important for competitive gaming.

It supports advanced weapon handling, fullbright skins, and team or enemy color settings.

The client also automatically records games, takes screenshots, and logs console info.

These tools help players review their matches and improve their skills.

Users can customize many parts of the game interface.

Options include changing the HUD, the colors of walls and liquids, world textures, crosshairs, sky images, console backgrounds, and fonts.

You can also turn off certain graphic effects to improve game performance.

The software has its own independent physics system, allowing the smoothest gameplay without relying on server or network limits.

It also includes an integrated server browser to search and filter online game servers easily.

ezQuake enhances demo and QTV playback so players can watch recorded games from multiple views, see action on a radar, check player stats, and auto-track the strongest player.

Note that ezQuake only runs on Linux and needs commercial Quake data files to play supported games.

These files must be obtained separately.

For more details, refer to the manual.

Overall, ezQuake is a powerful, customizable tool for Linux users who want a modern, competitive QuakeWorld experience.

Pros

  • Offers modern graphics and visual effects enhancing the classic QuakeWorld experience.
  • Includes features tailored for competitive gaming such as advanced weapon handling and automated game recording.
  • Provides extensive customization options for HUD, graphics, and game interface.

Cons

  • Requires commercial data files to run supported games, which must be acquired separately.
  • Focused solely on Linux platform, limiting availability to other operating systems.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
GPL-2.0
Mobile friendly
No
Bug tracker
https://github.com/ezQuake/ezquake-source

Keywords

quake first person shooter multiplayer

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