description Quake II Overview
Quake II is a 1997 first-person shooter developed by id Software. It depicts a conflict between humanity and the Strogg, a race of half-mutant, half-machine creatures invading Earth. The game’s narrative focuses on a space marine's mission to disable the Strogg forces after a crash landing on their home planet, Stroggos.
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info Quake II Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1997 |
help Quake II FAQ
Is Quake II a story sequel to the original Quake?
No, Quake II is not a direct story sequel to Quake. The 1997 id Software game shifts to a sci-fi war against the Strogg on their homeworld, Stroggos.
Who are the Strogg in Quake II?
The Strogg are cybernetic alien enemies that combine organic bodies with machinery. The campaign sends a lone marine behind enemy lines after a failed invasion drop.
What changed in the 2023 Quake II enhanced release?
The 2023 enhanced release, developed with Nightdive Studios, brought Quake II to modern platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. It also included improved visuals, restored content, multiplayer, and the new Call of the Machine expansion.
How is Quake II different from Unreal?
Quake II is faster, more industrial, and built around id Software's Strogg war setting. Unreal, released in 1998, leaned harder into alien landscapes, atmosphere, and exploration on Na Pali.
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