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Quake 4 1.3 Patch Released

Jul 31, 2006 2:47pm CST tags: Activision, Quake 4
Activision sends along the newest Quake 4 patch, adding new content and features to Raven's first person shooter sequel. If you already have version 1.2 installed you can grab this incremental patch. Updated Linux binaries are available as well.
- New gametype - DeadZone
- New multiplayer weapon - Napalm Launcher
- 8 new professionally made maps
- 4 revized maps for additional DeadZone support
- "Buy" mode server option that allows you to purchase weapons and equipment.

The patch also features improved performance, more agile player movement and adjusted weapon balancing among other changes. A new SDK can be found here.

                                                          

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