What changed in Quake in 2022

23 updates · 4 main milestones · Apr 20, 2022 to Sep 29, 2022

  1. 4 events
    Improved Accessibility Options Setupquality of life

    Enhanced initial flow for Accessibility options on first startup, allowing users to choose between disabling all settings or customizing them.

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    Restored Missing Level in Level Select Menuchanges

    Restored missing level MGEND: Chthon's Vengeance to the Level Select menu.

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    Updated Add-ons Menu Selection Imagesui ux

    Add-ons menu selection images are now displayed in 16:9 aspect ratio.

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    Restored Threewave CTF Spawn Systemgameplay

    Restored Threewave CTF spawns to original intended system to prevent spawncamping.

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  2. 9 events
    Fixed Auto Aim Debug Variablesbug fix

    Corrected debug variables that could be exploited for cheating in multiplayer.

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    Nine Classic Maps Includednew contentMilestone

    Nine maps from the original Threewave CTF mod have been resurrected for gameplay.

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    Grappling Hook Mechanicnew contentMilestone

    A grappling hook has been added, allowing players to pull themselves towards walls or players.

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    Updated Map Lighting and Fog Effectsvisuals

    Maps have been updated with improved lighting and fog effects.

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    Improved Flag Status Displayui ux

    Enhanced display for flag status and team scoring in the interface.

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    Fixed Loading Lightmaps in Large Levelsbug fix

    Resolved issues with loading lightmaps in large custom levels.

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    Return of Threewave Capture the Flagnew contentMilestone

    Threewave Capture the Flag mode is now available, featuring nine iconic levels from the original mod.

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    Fixed Fiend Arm Clipping Issuebug fix

    Resolved an issue where Fiend arms would clip into the floor upon death.

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    Introduction of Power-Up Runesnew contentMilestone

    Four power-up runes spawn randomly, providing various benefits to players.

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  3. 10 events
    Multiplayer Cheat Restrictionsbalance change

    Removed ability to enable cheats in public multiplayer matches.

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    New Accessibility Featuresquality of life

    Includes features like Read Chat Out Loud, Transcribe Voice Chat, and High Contrast options.

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    Three New Horde Mode Mapsnew content

    Added three new levels: Relic, The Trial, and The Tower.

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    New QuakeC Built-ins for Botsmodding

    Added new commands for bot navigation and interaction.

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    Disable Automatic Weapon Switchingquality of life

    Added option to disable automatic weapon switching on pickup.

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    Music Playback Issue Fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where music was not playing correctly on certain Add-ons.

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    QuakeC Source Code Releasedmodding

    QuakeC source code for the base game and expansions is now available under GPL license.

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    Horde Mode Difficulty Adjustmentsbalance change

    Adjusted enemy spawn rates and difficulty levels based on community feedback.

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    Accessibility Options Notificationquality of life

    Players receive a notification for accessibility options after installing Update 3.

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    Achievement Unlock Bug Resolvedbug fix

    Fixed a bug where the House of Doom achievement was not unlocking.

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