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QUAKE 27 Jul 2016 QuakeCon 2016 to Support National and Local Charities
Marking the event’s 21st year, id Software and Bethesda Softworks are pleased to announce that QuakeCon 2016 will once again host several charitable organizations to give back to the valued community that has supported the annual event for over two decades. This year, id Software and Bethesda Softworks are partnering with the American Red Cross, 1Up On Cancer, Dallas Pets Alive and Extra Life."We're honored to host these amazing charities at QuakeCon this year," said Pete Hines, VP of PR and Marketing at Bethesda Softworks. “Giving back to the community is extremely important to us, and we’ve got a wonderful group of attendees that come to QuakeCon year after year to lend their support to great causes.” View 
QUAKE 25 Jul 2016 Quake Champions – Quake Returns!
After a <a href=/#en/events/game/quake-champions-announced/2016/06/12/147>rousing reveal</a> at E3 2016, Quake Champions has ignited interest amongst Quake aficionados and newcomers alike. But what exactly is Quake Champions? We chat with id Software’s Studio Director Tim Willits to get the lowdown straight from the source. Willits tells us how Quake Champions not only captures the spirit of the original games but also brings the storied shooter into the modern era with the addition of Champions. Along with new insights into each of the four revealed Champions – Ranger, Visor, Nyx and Scalebearer – Willits also shares his personal favorite of the bunch. View 
Dishonored 28 Jul 2016 Dishonored 2 – The Evolution of Emily & Corvo
He was the Royal Protector, framed for the assassination of the Empress Jessamine Kaldwin, unjustly imprisoned, and sentenced to death. Barely escaping on the day of his execution, Corvo Attano is marked by the otherworldly Outsider, granted supernatural powers and becomes an assassin. Desperate to protect Jessamine’s daughter Emily and return her to the throne, Corvo soon sets out to avenge the Empress’ death. View 
DOOM 29 Jul 2016 DOOM – Free Update #2 Now Available
Today we’re heating things up with the launch of DOOM’s Free Update #2. The second free game update for DOOM introduces a Hell of a lot, starting with two new multiplayer game modes: Sector and Exodus. Sector is a new capture and hold mode, while Exodus brings the thrill of one-flag capture the flag to DOOM multiplayer. We’ve also introduced several new SnapMap features, including Hell-themed environments and modules, launch pads, a “Recently Played” map list, and a “Find Open Match” public matching browser, which makes it easier to group up and play with others. Update #2 features many other game improvements and optimizations for all modes. View 
QUAKE 01 Aug 2016 Quake Champions and eSports
id Software isn’t just known for helping create the shooter genre with fan-favorite franchises like DOOM and Quake. They’ve also shown themselves to be leaders in the eSports arena, having run competitive gaming events for years at QuakeCon. With Quake Champions, id wants to up the ante, delivering a game that’s not only built with eSports in mind but is also supported with leagues, tournaments and championships. Find out more from id Software’s Studio Director Tim Willits about how Quake Champions will deliver a game that’s balanced and ready for eSports when it releases on PC. View 
DOOM 28 Aug 2015 The Guts and Gore of DOOM Glory Kills
If you don’t at least wince the first time you see you an explosive Glory Kill performed on a meaty Mancubus, then you might just be a demon yourself. Either way, these brutal finishing moves are a big part of DOOM, which is why we spent some time with the team at id Software discussing where the idea came from and how they work. View 
Dishonored 04 Aug 2016 Dishonored 2 at QuakeCon – Corvo High Chaos Demo
Fifteen years later and Corvo’s still on point.Dishonored 2 features a new playable character – the young Empress, Emily Kaldwin – but it also marks the return of the first game’s hero: the Royal Protector-turned-assassin Corvo Attano. At <a href="/#en/events/game/dishonored-2-at-e3-2016/2016/06/12/144">E3 2016</a>, Arkane Co-creative Director Harvey Smith delivered the world-premiere of Dishonored 2 gameplay, which featured Emily Kaldwin along with her all-new powers. At this year’s QuakeCon, Smith showed off new gameplay behind closed doors – this time with Corvo in the spotlight. And from what he revealed, it’s clear that Corvo’s out for blood, playing for keeps. View 
DOOM 04 Aug 2016 DOOM – Unto the Evil Now Available
Hot on the heels of the release of <a href="/#en/events/game/doom-free-update-2-now-available/2016/07/29/165">Free Update 2</a>, DOOM’s first premium DLC, Unto the Evil, is now available. Unto the Evil brings three new diverse maps to DOOM multiplayer, in addition to a new weapon, a new playable demon and more. id Software is also introducing the PartyPlay system, which allows anyone to play any of the new maps from Unto the Evil, as long as you party up with a friend who owns the DLC. Similarly, if you own the DLC, the Unto the Evil DLC maps will be accessible to anyone who’s in your party as part of the map rotation. View 
Prey 04 Aug 2016 Prey at QuakeCon 2016 – First Gameplay and New Trailer
You find yourself aboard Talos I, a state-of-the-art R&D facility orbiting the moon, and you’re immediately thrown into a world of danger after an alien lifeform (known as Typhon) breaks containment. It’s up to you to combat the threat that has taken over the space station using your wits and any of the unique weapons and tools you find onboard the station, along with a host of mysterious abilities. This is Prey, Arkane Studios’ bold reimaging of the franchise. View 
Fallout 30 Aug 2016 Fallout 4 – Nuka-World Now Available
Hop on the Nuka-Rail for a trip to Nuka-World… America’s Favorite Vacation Destination! The fun starts today on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. Take a look at the debut trailer below. View