Quake 30th Anniversary Episode Dawn of the Machine Launches
MachineGames, known for the modern Wolfenstein titles, returns to Quake with a substantial free update that adds a growth system and a time-loop structure to the classic shooter.
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id Software released Dawn of the Machine, a new episode for the original Quake, on August 7, 2026. Developed by MachineGames, the update adds 19 new maps, a looping campaign, new weapons, enemies, and a deathmatch mode. It is free for owners of Quake on PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox, and Switch 2.
MachineGames, the studio behind the modern Wolfenstein series, developed the new episode, marking its second contribution to Quake after the 25th anniversary content. The campaign spans 19 new maps and introduces a time-loop mechanic where actions in the present affect the future. Players collect runes to unlock sealed paths, gaining permanent health and ammo upgrades that add a growth system to the classic gameplay.
New weapons include the Super Axe, which charges lightning, and the Laser Cannon, which fires ricocheting shots. Familiar enemies such as Rocket Ogre, Demo Dog, and Blood Shambler return with new traps. The episode is free for Quake owners on PC via Steam, PS5, PS4, Xbox, and Switch 2 through backward compatibility, with Epic Games Store and GOG versions not yet available.
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