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Quake celebrates 30th anniversary with new free expansion "Dawn of the Machine"

The iconic first-person shooter Quake is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a new, free expansion titled "Dawn of the Machine." Developed by MachineGames in collaboration with id Software, this update includes a 19-map campaign, a new soundtrack, and a new Deathmatch map. The expansion features a time loop mechanic and new enemy variants, continuing the game's legacy in the FPS genre. AI

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Quake celebrates 30th anniversary with new free expansion "Dawn of the Machine"

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Quake celebrates its 30th anniversary with a new free episode

    The Dawn of the Machine expansion was made by MachineGames in collaboration with id Software.