Quake Champions Online Client

Not all shooters play by the same rules, nor should they. While some gamers might prefer their FPS games to come as close to real warfare as possible, others just want to run around with oversized weapons and dismember everything with a pulse. Both categories of people are pretty satisfied nowadays, given the fact that there are multiple options to choose from, regardless of your preference.

However, few names echo as loudly as Quake in the multiplayer shooter genre, so when id Software has something to say on the matter, gamers usually listen. Hence, a new entry in the highly-acclaimed series is worthy of a try, no matter what your stance on rocket launchers may be.

Quake Champions is basically Quake III Arena redesigned to find a place on the 2018 market, while keeping the main gameplay idea the same. Even the game modes are basically the same, with only few minor additions in this regard. On the other hand, there are some interesting new features as well, some of which might not be as well-received as the others.

To begin with, the fast-paced gameplay style is more or less untouched, so you shouldn’t have any trouble fitting in if you have any past experience with Quake or similar games. You run around the map, collect ludicrous weapons and use them to blow up everyone that’s not on your team, usually with very little strategy involved in the process.

The first major change comes in the form of champions, because you are not just a regular player know. These champions come with different skills and abilities, such as the ability to see through walls or charge enemies. Unfortunately, these champions have to be purchased in order to become available, although there’s also the option to rent them using in-game currency.

The game modes are nothing unheard of, featuring classics like deathmatch, team deathmatch and a new one called Sacrifice. There’s also a 1v1 duel mode if you want to prove yourself as a solo master, but don’t expect anything too wild in this regard. It’s a bit of a shame when you think about it, but then again the game is supposed to be a rejuvenated Quake, not an entirely new one.

Visually, Quake Champions is about as sharp and detailed as you would expect from a 2018 production, and the game runs very smoothly as well. The levels are full of interesting architecture, and you can easily paint entire corridors with blood after a well-placed rocket launcher hit.

The sounds do not disappoint either, which is to be expected in a Quake game. Every gun sound is unique, and you can easily pinpoint your opponent’s location by listening to his footsteps. On top of that, there’s the usual deep-voiced announcer who lets everyone know about your sick triple-kill.

It can’t be denied that Quake Champions is on par with its predecessors, especially in terms of gameplay and the fun factor. The graphics are in line with modern expectations, so id Software definitely delivered in these regards.

However, the purchasable champions may not sit well with everyone, especially since you compete with everyone else right from the first match. Some champions come with arguably better abilities, which can be frustrating when you are just starting out and are stuck with a single champion.