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Quake
Sega Dreamcast · Shooter
Quake
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | id Software |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Quake |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 18 |
Quake is a shooter released for the Sega Dreamcast, developed by id Software and published by Sega.
Among the 24 Dreamcast shooters in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Quake series; on the Dreamcast you can also try Quake III Arena and Quake II. The series also appears on other systems with Quake (N64) and Quake (Saturn).
Quake supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
What playing Quake is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Quake walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Quake.
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
Quake FAQ
Who made Quake?
It was developed by id Software and published by Sega.
Is Quake multiplayer?
Yes. Quake supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Quake take to play?
As a shooter, Quake typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Quake on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.