Reception
| Reception | |
|---|---|
| Aggregate scores | |
| Aggregator | Score |
| GameRankings | 93.63% |
| Metacritic | 94/100 |
| Review scores | |
| Publication | Score |
| GameSpot | 9.3/10 |
Quake has received near-universal critical acclaim from reviewers since its release, receiving an aggregated score of 94% on both Metacritic and GameRankings. GameSpot agreed with positive reviews and praised every aspect of the game, stating "Quake is a masterpiece on every level, with its ominous atmosphere, silky-smooth animation, incredibly well-balanced gameplay and level design, and unparalleled soundtrack."
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