Summary
- Release Year: 1997
- Genres: Shooter
- Platforms: DOS, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Hipnotic Interactive
- Publishers: Activision, id Software
Quake: Mission Pack 1 – Scourge of Armagon (1997)
Introduction
Quake: Mission Pack 1 – Scourge of Armagon is a first-person shooter video game developed by id Software and published by GT Interactive Software. It was released on February 28, 1997, for MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows. The expansion pack requires the original Quake game to play.
Plot
After defeating Shub-Niggurath in the original Quake, you return to your home base on Earth, but it’s not all blue skies and butterflies. Apparently, not all QUAKE forces have been subdued. Chaos ensues as you blast your way through the QUAKE minions and toward the infested gateway. Your only choice is to find the source of evil and shut it down. Without any hesitation, and with more guts than common sense, you leap into a portal of unknown destination.
Gameplay
Scourge of Armagon features 15 new single-player levels, as well as new weapons, enemies, and bosses. The new weapons include the nailgun, the grenade launcher, and the rocket launcher. The new enemies include the Scrag, the Fiend, and the Armagon. The new bosses include the Gatekeeper and the Scourge of Armagon.
The gameplay is similar to the original Quake, but there are some new features. For example, you can now use the grappling hook to reach new areas. You can also use the new weapons and enemies to your advantage.
Reception
Scourge of Armagon was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its new levels, weapons, enemies, and bosses. It was also praised for its fast-paced and intense gameplay.
Legacy
Scourge of Armagon is considered to be one of the best Quake expansion packs. It is still played by many fans today. It is also a popular choice for speedrunners.
Review
Quake: Mission Pack 1 – Scourge of Armagon is an excellent expansion pack that adds a lot of new content to the original game. The new levels are well-designed and challenging, and the new weapons and enemies are a lot of fun to use. The gameplay is fast-paced and intense, and the game looks and sounds great. Overall, Scourge of Armagon is a must-have for any Quake fan.
Score: 8.5/10
System Requirements
- OS: MS-DOS or Microsoft Windows 95
- CPU: Pentium 90 MHz or higher
- RAM: 16 MB
- Hard Drive: 50 MB
- Video Card: SVGA card with 2 MB of VRAM
- Sound Card: Sound Blaster 16 or compatible
Additional Information
- Scourge of Armagon was developed by a team led by John Romero.
- The game was originally going to be called “Quake: Episode 1,” but the name was changed to “Scourge of Armagon” to avoid confusion with the upcoming Quake II.
- Scourge of Armagon was the first Quake expansion pack to feature new weapons.
- The game’s soundtrack was composed by Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails.
- Scourge of Armagon was a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
- The game was ported to the Nintendo 64 in 1998.
Conclusion
Quake: Mission Pack 1 – Scourge of Armagon is a classic first-person shooter that is still enjoyed by many fans today. It is a well-designed and challenging expansion pack that adds a lot of new content to the original game. If you are a fan of Quake, then you should definitely check out Scourge of Armagon.
Review Score
8.5/10
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