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[18-2] Starting a game of Quake
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[18-2] Starting a game of Quake

Learn how to start a game of Quake using Q95.BAT with -NOIPX, -WINMEM 8, and -WINPACK 12 parameters.

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Learn how to start a game of Quake using Q95.BAT with -NOIPX, -WINMEM 8, and -WINPACK 12 parameters.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Open a DOS box and navigate to your Quake directory (default is c:\quake_sw).
  2. 2
    Type the following command: 'Q95.BAT -NOIPX -WINMEM 8 -WINPACK 12'. This launches Quake and configures its TCP/IP settings.
  3. 3
    Navigate to the 'Multiplayer' menu.
  4. 4
    Refer to section [4-2-5] for detailed information on setting up a game and understanding each option.
  5. 5
    Start the game and wait for other players to connect.
Tips
  • Closing all other applications before launching Quake can prevent slowdowns, jerky gameplay, and potential crashes upon quitting.

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