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Quake 4 Linux

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the games-people-play dept.

Crusader writes "id Software has released the Linux client and server for Quake 4. There's a FAQ page with installation instructions, notes, and download links."

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  1. Q4 webpage by Kaptain+Kruton · · Score: 5, Interesting

    Just a note: The quake 4 webpage is flash based. So if you try to access it, either have a broadband connection (and you will still have to wait), or a lot of patience with a modem. Also, if you block pop-ups with firefox, you won't be able to access anything but their main page unless you turn off the pop-up blocker.

    One more thing... if a company already has a patches section with the words "Coming Soon" before the game is released, is that suggesting something about the quality of the product?

    -Kruton

  2. Re:Buy Windows, use on Linux by AuMatar · · Score: 5, Interesting

    The cd likely has the artwork to keep the download small, and the cd key of course. Basicly you need to buy the cd, then you can dl and use the linux client.

    It also gives ID firm numbers on how many actually use the linux version. So if you bought the game, please dl it.

    --
    I still have more fans than freaks. WTF is wrong with you people?
  3. Re:Portage... by TTimo · · Score: 4, Interesting

    It is definitely better to write portable code from the ground up and be able to run and debug it on multiple platforms. The GNU/Linux market share alone would not justify the time I spend on it.

    This said, I'm much happier doing my developement on Linux when it's possible. Debugging isn't as easy as MSVC, but the environement just feels right for me.

    TTimo