[13-1] Llamah Stuff

New to Quake Champions? Learn about essential controls, network settings, and video modes to improve your gameplay and dominate the arena. Get the edge!

Hey there! So you've jumped into Quake Champions and are looking to get a handle on some of the finer points? This section, affectionately called 'Llamah Stuff,' is basically a quick rundown of some key things that can seriously up your game, even if you're already a seasoned FPS player. Think of it as a friendly nudge in the right direction. Let's dive in!

Controller Choice: Mouse is King!

Alright, first things first: controller. If you're coming from other games and thinking about using your keyboard for movement and aiming, you might want to reconsider. The source here is pretty adamant: it's all about the mouse. Why? Quake's movement and aiming mechanics are built around the precision and speed a mouse offers. Keyboard turning can feel choppy, and you lose precious milliseconds while trying to line up a shot that a mouse user can flick into place instantly. While you can tweak keyboard turning speed, it's still a compromise. The mouse lets you 'flick' and 'circlestrafe' with an agility that the keyboard just can't match. Joysticks and gamepads are also a no-go according to this advice, though a trackball is mentioned as a decent alternative if a mouse isn't an option.

Winning Online: It's Not Just You!

Feeling like everyone else is a god-tier player who never misses and dodges like a pro? It might not be entirely your fault. The source points to 'latency' – basically, how quickly your game talks to the server. You can check this by typing ping in the console. If other players have a much lower ping than you (ideally below 350ms), they've got a better connection, and that's a huge advantage. If your ping is consistently high, try switching to a different server. If everyone's ping is similar and you're still getting dominated, then yeah, you probably just need more practice!

Video Settings: Smoothness Over Sharpness

When it comes to video modes, the advice is to prioritize frame rate over resolution. You want to aim for over 35 frames per second (FPS) to keep the game feeling smooth. This means choosing lower video modes, even if it makes things look a bit less sharp. The difference in smooth gameplay is, according to the source, well worth the visual trade-off. So, don't be afraid to dial back the graphics settings a bit if it means a smoother experience.

Internet Connection: Can You Play?

Got a slower internet connection, like a 14.4 modem? The source is pretty blunt: you *can* connect, but you won't really be