Tag Archives: iD Software

DOOM Eternal tech details: id Tech 7 can display 10 times higher geometric detail, demons will be destructible

At QuakeCon 2018, id Software revealed some additional tech details about the engine that will be powering DOOM Eternal, the id Tech 7. According to the developers, the id Tech 7 engine can display 10X higher geometry detail than id Tech 6. Continue reading DOOM Eternal tech details: id Tech 7 can display 10 times higher geometric detail, demons will be destructible

First PC gameplay footage released for DOOM Eternal

As promised, id Software and Bethesda has revealed at QuakeCon 2018 the first gameplay footage for DOOM Eternal. Bethesda presented three gameplay videos, showing lots of gameplay action. What’s really cool here is that in the second video id Software also showcased the PC version, played with mouse and keyboard. As such, we strongly suggest checking out the videos, especially if you are fans of the series. Continue reading First PC gameplay footage released for DOOM Eternal

quake2xp is a Quake 2 graphics overhaul mod that supports real-time per-pixel lighting & shadowing

Modder ‘KirkBarnes’ has shared some new screenshots for his graphics overhaul mod for id Software’s classic shooter, Quake 2. These screenshots showcase Relief Mapping with self shadowing that will most probably be supported in the next version of quake2xp. Continue reading quake2xp is a Quake 2 graphics overhaul mod that supports real-time per-pixel lighting & shadowing

vkQuake 1.0, Quake 1 port using the Vulkan API, is now available for download

Novum has released a brand new version of the Quake 1 port that replaces OpenGL with Vulkan, vkQuake. In case you weren’t aware of, vkQuake is a Quake 1 port using Vulkan instead of OpenGL for rendering, it is based on the popular QuakeSpasm port and runs all mods compatible with it like Arcane Dimensions or In The Shadows. Continue reading vkQuake 1.0, Quake 1 port using the Vulkan API, is now available for download

DOOM Eternal is the sequel to DOOM 2016, gameplay footage to be shown at QuakeCon 2018

Bethesda has revealed the sequel to id Software’s 2016 DOOM game, DOOM Eternal. Developed by id Software, DOOM Eternal promises to bring the ultimate combination of speed and power with the next leap in push-forward, first-person combat. Continue reading DOOM Eternal is the sequel to DOOM 2016, gameplay footage to be shown at QuakeCon 2018

Quake Champions June update is now available, adds AI bots and new Gore System

Bethesda and id Software have announced the release of a brand new update for Quake Champions. This new patch adds AI bots, a new Gore System, Free Champion Rotation, comes with tons of Champion & weapon balance changes, and even more performance polish. Continue reading Quake Champions June update is now available, adds AI bots and new Gore System

Doom 3 gets a new enhancement mod that overhauls visuals and brings balance changes

I don’t know if it’s just me, but Doom 3 has a special place in my heart. Yeah, the game was a departure from what the previous Doom games were, however I really enjoyed its horror approach back in 2004. As such, I’m genuinely excited when there are new mods for it. Continue reading Doom 3 gets a new enhancement mod that overhauls visuals and brings balance changes