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Quake Ii < 2K - 360p >

(1997) is a landmark in the first-person shooter genre, celebrated for its industrial sci-fi atmosphere and technological innovations that set the stage for modern gaming. Originally intended as a new franchise, its name was changed to Quake II late in development due to legal trademarking issues, which explains why its story about the Strogg (a race of cybernetic aliens) has almost no connection to the eldritch horror themes of the first Quake . Notable Content & Expansions

The game's legacy has been revitalized by the 2023 remaster, which includes all legacy content and new campaigns. Quake II

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