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FZ High Score - Säsongsuppdatering
The FZ High Score program is concluding its summer season with a recap of the top scores and a look at the winning contestant. The article also features reviews for games like SULFUR and Halo: Campaign Evolved, alongside discussions on open-world games and gaming hardware.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 7: Steam Cyberpunk Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Cyberpunk Fest featuring discounts on titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Deus Ex games. Several storefronts like Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Humble Bundle are also offering significant sales on various games, with some titles available for free. Additionally, Ubisoft is celebrating 25 years of Ghost Recon with deep discounts and a free trial for Ghost Recon Wildlands.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 7: Let's all take a Big Walk
This article highlights various console game deals available for the weekend of August 7th. The new game "Big Walk" is available for free to PlayStation Plus members and on sale for Nintendo Switch owners. Numerous other titles across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms are also featured with discounts.
Hit 2021 PlayStation 5 Shooter Game Surprise Drops Free DLC
MachineGames and id Software have surprise-released a free DLC for the 2021 PlayStation 5 shooter Quake, titled 'Dawn of the Machine.' This new episode adds a 19-map campaign, a new soundtrack, and a Deathmatch map, available to all owners of the base game on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The expansion was conceived by Lead Level Designer Andrew Yoder and Game Director Jerk Gustafsson, aiming to capture the original game's horror and action.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article touches on several disparate gaming-related topics, including a merchandise collection for Quake on the Nine Inch Nails website, Sam Neill's involvement in a Legend of Zelda film adaptation, and a collaboration for HELLDIVERS 2. The content appears to be a collection of brief news snippets.
Midday Postmortems/Retrospectives
This article delves into the development process of 'Dawn of the Machine' for Quake, offering insights from Bethesda Slayers Club. It provides a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of this Quake content.
Doom creator id Software used Taiwanese pirates to help distribute the game, John Romero reveals
Co-founder of id Software, John Romero, revealed that the company collaborated with Taiwanese pirates to distribute the game Doom during the Shareware era. Instead of fighting piracy, id Software provided cheap copies to pirates to ensure widespread distribution in regions where they lacked a presence. This strategy helped establish the game's reach and was considered crucial for distribution.
Surprise! The original Quake gets a free expansion on all platforms to celebrate its 30th birthday
To celebrate Quake's 30th birthday, id Software and MachineGames have surprise-released a free expansion, Quake: Dawn of the Machine, on all platforms including PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The expansion features a 19-map campaign with a looping structure, new enemies, weapons, and a soundtrack, offering a fresh take on the classic shooter with roguelike elements.
Quake gets a free new chapter promising "ferocious combat, labyrinthine level design, and nightmarish realms" to celebrate its 30th birthday
To celebrate Quake's 30th anniversary, Id Software and MachineGames have released a free expansion for the 2021 enhanced version, titled Dawn of the Machine. This new chapter introduces 19 new maps, new enemies like the Rocket Ogre, and weapons such as the Super Axe and Laser Cannon, all available on PC via Steam, Microsoft Store, and Game Pass.
Ghost Recon Wildlands uppdaterat med 4K/60 fps och nytt innehåll
Ghost Recon Wildlands has received a significant update, adding 4K resolution and 60 FPS performance for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S players. The update also introduces new content, including a mission to hunt down the character La Llorona and the return of The Predator mission. Additionally, Ubisoft has enhanced customization options for difficulty and HUD, added new skins and items, and released a Definitive Edition that bundles the base game with DLC.
Quake firar 30 år med den nya episoden Dawn of the Machine
To celebrate Quake's 30th anniversary, Bethesda has released a new, free episode titled Dawn of the Machine. Developed by MachineGames in collaboration with id Software, the episode features 19 new maps, new enemy variants, and new weapons. It is available for free to owners of the base game on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
Evening Reading - August 6, 2026 - Happy QuakeCon!
This article rounds up news and events from August 6, 2026, with a strong focus on QuakeCon. Highlights include a new Quake update, merchandise collaborations with Nine Inch Nails, and tournament announcements. Other news includes updates on Grand Theft Auto 6, Ghost Recon Wildlands, and Onimusha, as well as Nintendo's financial reporting and a review of Chop Chop Inc.
Quake: Dawn of the Machine Released
id Software has released Quake: Dawn of the Machine, a new downloadable content for Quake, developed by MachineGames. This surprise release coincides with the 30th anniversary of the original Quake and was shadow-dropped during QuakeCon.
Trent Reznor on Doom: 'In some ways I felt a parallel with what I was trying to do with music'
Trent Reznor, composer for the original Quake, drew parallels between his music and the groundbreaking nature of Doom. He discussed his initial fascination with Wolfenstein 3D and how Doom's technological advancements and creative freedom resonated with his own artistic expression. Reznor expressed pride in his work on Quake and its enduring legacy.
Quake: Dawn of the Machine, A Free Expansion for the 2021 Remaster, is Out Now
id Software and MachineGames have released Quake: Dawn of the Machine, a free expansion for the 2021 Quake remaster. This new content features 19 maps, a new deathmatch map, new music, and introduces new enemies and weapons like the Super Axe and Laser Cannon, all within a time loop premise.
Quake Gets Free New Campaign Co-Developed by MachineGames for Game's 30th Anniversary
A new 19-level campaign for Quake has been released for the 2021 remaster, co-developed by MachineGames. This release celebrates the 30th anniversary of the iconic first-person shooter.
30 years after it 'ruined id Software,' Quake gets another big update while the studio once again grapples…
MachineGames has released a new update for id Software's 1996 game Quake, titled 'Dawn of the Machine,' adding a new chapter with 19 levels and new weapon variants. The update also includes archival development materials and previously unfinished levels. The announcement coincided with the 30th anniversary of John Romero's departure from id Software, a period that saw several key figures leave the company after Quake's development.
Quake celebrates its 30th anniversary with a new free episode
The iconic first-person shooter Quake is celebrating its 30th anniversary with the release of a new free episode titled Dawn of the Machine. This new content was developed by MachineGames in collaboration with id Software, adding to the legacy of the groundbreaking title.
Quake: Dawn Of The Machine Announced By MachineGames And ID Software
MachineGames and id Software announced "Dawn of the Machine," a free update for Quake celebrating its 30th anniversary. This update includes 19 new maps for players to explore.
Quake Turns 30 With Dawn of the Machine – A Massive Free Episode Is Out Now
To celebrate Quake's 30th anniversary, MachineGames and id Software have released "Dawn of the Machine," a massive new free episode for all Quake owners. This substantial update includes 19 original maps, new enemy variants, a new soundtrack, and weapon upgrades, available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
