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Deathmatch Classic (2001)

Deathmatch Classic cover
Developer
Valve
Genres
Action
Rating
4.2 of 5, 3,311 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 30 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

a relentless, retro arena shooter built for twitch reflexes and multiplayer chaos

fast-pacedretrogorycompetitiveold schooldifficultaction-heavychaotic

What players say

Players call it Quake remade in the Half-Life engine, but the multiplayer is dead and finding a match takes effort. Those who gather friends or use bots still have fun, while others say buying Quake itself is the better choice.

Screenshots

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