Quake II

Steam pricePrice
$9.99
Release
August 3, 2007
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How co-op works

Four players team up through the entire single-player campaign in online or split-screen co-op, coordinating their movement and firepower to push through Strogg-occupied installations and complete mission objectives together.

About this game

Quake II returns as a remastered military sci-fi shooter that pits players against the Strogg, a cyborg alien army intent on destroying humanity. The updated release features enhanced visuals, additional campaign missions, and expanded multiplayer support including cooperative play and competitive deathmatch modes across multiple platforms.

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The campaign blends fast-paced gunplay with exploration as players navigate industrial Strogg facilities, outdoor battlegrounds, and hostile alien structures. Combat rewards quick reflexes and tactical weapon choice, while optional secrets and power-ups encourage thorough exploration. The arsenal spans classic FPS weapons from blasters and shotguns to rocket launchers and railguns, each suited to different enemy types and combat ranges.

Progression unfolds across interconnected missions with escalating difficulty and enemy variety. Co-op sessions let up to four players tackle the entire campaign together, whether online or on the same screen, adding tactical coordination and shared firepower to the original challenge. Competitive multiplayer offers classic deathmatch and team-based modes for players seeking head-to-head combat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play the entire Quake II campaign in co-op?

Yes, the remastered version supports up to four players in the full campaign co-op, both online and via split-screen on the same screen. You and your teammates can coordinate tactics and share firepower through all the missions against the Strogg.

Does Quake II support cross-platform multiplayer?

Yes, the remaster includes cross-platform multiplayer support, so you can play co-op or competitive modes with friends on different platforms.

How does weapon choice matter in co-op play?

The arsenal ranges from blasters and shotguns to rocket launchers and railguns, with each weapon suited to different enemy types and combat ranges. In co-op, coordinating who uses what can help your team handle varied threats more effectively, especially as enemy difficulty and variety ramp up.

Is there content beyond the original Quake II campaign?

Yes, the remaster includes new campaign missions in addition to the original content, plus enhanced visuals and expanded multiplayer modes including both co-op and competitive deathmatch options.