Master Quake's E3M5 Wind Tunnels with our expert guide. Discover secrets, find power-ups, and conquer the level with step-by-step walkthroughs and tips.
Alright, let's dive into E3M5: Wind Tunnels. This level can be a bit confusing with all its twists and turns, but don't worry, I'll guide you through it. We've got a few secrets and some tricky navigation ahead, so pay attention!
Walkthrough
- 1After you exit the first of the three tunnels, head up the stairs and through the passage. Keep an eye out in the corners of this passage; you'll find a spot where you can drop down. This hidden drop leads to a small room packed with goodies and a teleporter that will snag you the coveted Quad Damage power-up.
- 2You'll reach a point with a ledge overlooking another ledge, which in turn overlooks a pool. The whole area kind of resembles a ribbed funnel. From the entrance side, go to the very far side of the ledge and turn to face the entrance. Look up at the girders above – you'll spot a Quake symbol. Shoot this symbol, and a door will creak open right next to where you entered this area.
- 3There's a room with stairs leading out, a small wind tunnel humming away overhead, and a moat surrounding the room's edge. Your move here is to jump into the moat and swim underneath the main room. This pool has two ways out; one of them will lead you to a secret room.
- 4Right at the very end of the level, you'll find yourself in the room with the exit teleporter. Instead of jumping straight into the exit, shoot the floor in the center of this room. It'll open up, revealing a hole. Jump down into this hole, but be careful to *miss* the teleporter that appears under the opening. Doing so will land you near some much-needed boxes of nails.
Tips
- Don't rush through the passages; always check the corners for hidden drops or secrets.
- The Quake symbol in step #2 is easy to miss if you're not looking carefully. Make sure to scan the overhead girders.
- Exploring the moat in step #3 is crucial for finding that secret room. Don't skip it!
- The final secret in step #4 requires a bit of precision. You need to fall into the hole but avoid the teleporter directly below it.
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