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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."

11 of 392 comments (clear)

  1. Torrent by Vapebait · · Score: 5, Informative

    Torrent

  2. Exciting news... by ScislaC · · Score: 5, Insightful

    BUT, couldn't they have made a regular website instead of a flash app that has ridiculously long transitions? I was all interested in checking it out, until I lost interest due to the wait for basic information.

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    ART on dA
  3. Re:Wait by SkjeggApe · · Score: 5, Funny
    God, I hate when games for linux are only available two full days after their windows counterpart. If linux is EVER going to be a viable gaming platform, we need to demand that it's available at the same time as for windows..

    Ahhhhh, one day I'll be able to make a statement like that with a straight face....

    great job, id!!!!!

  4. 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

  5. Re:quake 4 linux by big_groo · · Score: 5, Insightful

    Praise is good, but your wallet speaks louder. Don't forget to let them know *why* you purchased the game.

  6. Review - to see if it's Linux worthy by RUFFyamahaRYDER · · Score: 5, Informative

    Here is the IGN review which might help you decide if it's worth putting on the Linux box. http://pc.ign.com/articles/658/658263p1.html

  7. 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.

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    I still have more fans than freaks. WTF is wrong with you people?
  8. Sinister Voiceover by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    Quake 4 Linux Version! IMPRESSIVE!

    Requires Windows Version! HUMILIATION!

  9. Don't forget to register your Linux version! by Just+Some+Guy · · Score: 5, Insightful

    Be sure to let id know that you bought the Windows package in order to install it on your Linux box. I know id are good guys (as evidenced by how quickly this came out), but it never hurts to let them know exactly how much we appreciate it.

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    Dewey, what part of this looks like authorities should be involved?
  10. In Other News... by OneByteOff · · Score: 5, Funny

    Jack Thompson today publically voiced his opinion against Linux and against Quake in all shapes and forms... quoted specifically he said :

    "Any group of people who advocate giving a Penguin a helmet and a rocket launcher are a bunch of sick fucks..."

    News at 10!

  11. Re:Too bad the installation is failing for people. by TTimo · · Score: 5, Informative

    It appears that there is a number of badly pressed CDs. You should be able to exchange them at the store :)