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Haze at 16:42, 1 December 2025

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Haze: /* EZQuake */

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‎EZQuake

Haze: /* Installation */

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‎Installation

Haze: /* Installation */

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‎Installation

Haze: /* Some useful cvar options */

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‎Some useful cvar options

Haze: /* v_viewheight */

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‎v_viewheight

Haze: /* Client Commands */

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‎Client Commands

Haze at 14:43, 9 November 2025

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Sharkck at 17:53, 5 November 2023

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Sharkck at 16:31, 5 November 2023

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	==FTEQuake==		==FTEQuake==
−	<~~nowiki~~>~~fill me~~ in</~~nowiki~~>	+	A select few commands for optimization / quality of life. FTE has an extensive feature set that is not covered here.
		+	Pro-tip use <code>/find <term></code> in the console to search and read through documentation.
		+	<pre style="white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word; background:#f8f8f8; padding:1em; border:1px solid #ddd;">
		+	cl_yieldcpu "0" //Attempt to yield between frames. This can resolve issues with certain drivers and background software, but can mean less consistant frame times. Will reduce power consumption/heat generation so should be set on laptops or similar (over-hot/battery powered) devices.
		+
		+	r_viewmodel_fov "105" //field of vision for the viewmodel only, allows you to set a different fov and gun size, 1-170 degrees, standard fov is 90, nquake defaults to 108.
		+
		+	r_glsl_precache "1" //Force all relevant glsl permutations to load upfront. Should prevent mid-game stutters in some cases at the cost of longer load times.
		+
		+	seta r_replacemodels "glb md3 md2 md5mesh" //A list of filename extensions to attempt to use instead of mdl. Allows for higher quality model replacements.
		+
		+	r_temporalscenecache "1" //Controls whether to generate+reuse a scene cache over multiple frames. This is generated on a separate thread to avoid any associated costs. This can significantly boost framerates on complex maps, but can also stress the gpu more (performance tradeoff that varies per map). An outdated cache may be used if the cache takes too long to build (eg: lightmap animations), which could cause the odd glitch when moving fast (but retain more consistent framerates - another tradeoff).
		+	//0: Traditional quake rendering.
		+	//1: Generate+Use the scene cache.
		+
		+	fs_cache "1" //0: Do individual lookups.
		+	//1: Scan all files for accelerated lookups. This provides a performance boost on windows and avoids case sensitivity issues on linux.
		+	//2: like 1, but don't bother checking for external changes (avoiding the cost of rebuild the cache).
		+
		+	cl_lerp_players "1" //Set this to make other players smoother, though it may increase effective latency. Affects only QuakeWorld.
		+	</pre>

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 See [[Configs]] for full info.
 ==EZQuake==
 === v_viewheight ===
-v_viewheight is the level of your eyes as the player bobs up and down while running. Most people have bobbing turned off. The level of your gun doesn't change during the bob cycle, just your eyes. At -7, your eyes are at the same level as your gun. Rockets are aimed right at the crosshair during their entire path. As the level of your eyes goes up, close range aim gets more off. At -5 to -4, if you try to shoot down over a ledge, the rocket will hit the ledge and if it's close, will blow up in your face. At -6 and -7 you can aim precisely over a ledge. It really only matters for rockets. A drawback of lower viewheights is that lightning gun shafts tend to be coming right at your face. Not a problem in MegaTF. Low viewheights make you feel short and high ones make you feel tall and you can see over more obstacles.
+'''v_viewheight''' is the level of your eyes as the player bobs up and down while running. Maximum range is '''-7''' to '''4'''. Most people have bobbing turned off. The level of your gun doesn't change during the bob cycle, just your eyes. At '''-7''', your eyes are at the same level as your gun. Rockets are aimed right at the crosshair during their entire path. As the level of your eyes goes up, close range aim becomes more inaccurate. At '''-5''' to '''-4''', if you try to shoot down over a ledge, the rocket will hit the ledge, and if it's close it will blow up in your face. At a value of '''-6''' and '''-7''' you can aim precisely over a ledge and shoot rockets properly at enemies feet to pop them in the air. It mainly matters for rockets and sniping but is generally recommended. A drawback of lower '''viewheights''' is that lightning gun shafts tend to be coming right at your face: not a problem in MegaTF. Low '''viewheights''' make you feel short and high ones make you feel tall and you can see over more obstacles.
 [[Category:Configs]]
 === Some useful cvar options ===
-<pre>
+<pre style="white-space: pre-wrap; word-wrap: break-word; background:#f8f8f8; padding:1em; border:1px solid #ddd;">
 r_fastsky 1 //sets sky to a solid color, less distracting, easier to see players outline in the sky.
 r_skycolor x x x //RGB value of sky color (Default is "40 80 150" for light blue)
 r_fastturb 1 //sets all liquids to a solid color based on texture, less distracting, cleaner looking map.
-v_viewheight "-6" // Some lore about this one. This lowers your view as much as possible, with the idea of being exactly in line with your rocket trajectory, instead of above it. The idea is that your crosshair is more accurately where the rockets will hit in the distance.
+v_viewheight "-7" // Some lore about this one. This lowers your view as much as possible, with the idea of being exactly in line with your rocket trajectory, instead of above it. The idea is that your crosshair is more accurately where the rockets will hit in the distance.
 s_khz "44" // attempt to sample all sounds at 44khz, crisper audio, and needed for the replacement sound pack.
 s_ambientlevel "0" // removes annoying looping background noises

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 | style="vertical-align: top; width: 50%;" | Optionally choose a pre-configured installer package:<br />''*recommended for new players*''
-* Install [https://nquake.com/ nQuake] For all Operating Systems.
+* Install [https://nquake.com/ nQuake] For all Operating Systems.<br>
 ''Note: It is not recommended to install '''FortressOne''' in the same folder as nQuake or EZQuake as they may overlap and cause conflicts.''
 |}

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 * '''Quake.''' Download and install [http://www.megateamfortress.com/files/wiki/files/quake-shareware-setup-beta099a.exe Quake Shareware], or obtain [http://store.steampowered.com/app/2310/QUAKE/ Quake] from Steam.
-* '''TeamFortress Mod.''' Download and unzip [http://www.megateamfortress.com/files/wiki/files/MegaTFUnited.zip MegaTF] into your Quake folder. '''(Optional)'''
+* '''TeamFortress Mod.''' Download and unzip [http://www.megateamfortress.com/files/wiki/files/MegaTFUnited.zip MegaTF] into your Quake folder. '''(Optional: Files can be automatically downloaded upon joining a server)'''
 * '''Modern client:''' Download and install the latest [https://ezquake.com/info/downloads.html EzQuake]. Available for Windows, Linux, MacOS.'''
-* '''Legacy clients:''' Download and unzip one of the the official ZAP versions of ezQuake! [http://megateamfortress.com/files/ezquake-3.2.3-zap-5274.zip ezQuake 3.2.3 ZAP (Win)], [http://megateamfortress.com/files/ezquake_3.2.3_linux_zap.zip ezQuake 3.2.3 ZAP (Linux)], or [http://megateamfortress.com/files/ezquake_3.1_zap.zip ezQuake 3.1 ZAP (Win. Includes fixed WinAMP compatibility)] into your Quake folder.  (ezQuake replaces the old QWCL.exe as your Quake Client.  Other modern QuakeWorld [[Clients]] exist, which you may use at your discretion, but we highly recommend the ZAP ezQuake as it fixes a few things the ezQuake team has removed for MegaTF/Quake 1.)
+* '''Legacy clients:''' Download and unzip one of the the official ZAP versions of ezQuake! [http://megateamfortress.com/files/ezquake-3.2.3-zap-5274.zip ezQuake 3.2.3 ZAP (Win)], [http://megateamfortress.com/files/ezquake_3.2.3_linux_zap.zip ezQuake 3.2.3 ZAP (Linux)], or [http://megateamfortress.com/files/ezquake_3.1_zap.zip ezQuake 3.1 ZAP (Win. Includes fixed WinAMP compatibility)] into your Quake folder.  (ezQuake replaces the old QWCL.exe as your Quake Client.  Other modern QuakeWorld [[Clients]] exist, which you may use at your discretion, but we highly recommend the ZAP ezQuake as it fixes a few things the ezQuake team has removed for MegaTF/Quake 1. ''Editor note: this statement needs to be reviewed for relevance in 2025'')
-Before you play, setup your [[Configs]] - TeamFortress has lots of commands to bind.  Then, Launch "ezquake.exe" in your Quake folder to play! Use the server-browser to find a TeamFortress game near you!  Or find a server at [[Active Servers]] or [https://www.quakeservers.net/quakeworld/servers/t=tf/ quakeservers.net] and connect manually from the console.
+Before you play, setup your [[Configs]] - Mega TeamFortress has a lot of commands to bind.  Then, Launch "ezquake.exe" in your Quake folder to play! Use the server-browser to find a TeamFortress game near you!  Or find a server at [[Active Servers]] or [https://www.quakeservers.net/quakeworld/servers/t=tf/ quakeservers.net] and connect manually from the console with <code>connect <ip address here></code>.
-| style="vertical-align: top; width: 50%;" | Or choose a preconfigured installer package:<br />''*recommended for new players*''
+| style="vertical-align: top; width: 50%;" | Optionally choose a pre-configured installer package:<br />''*recommended for new players*''
 * Install [https://nquake.com/ nQuake] For all Operating Systems.
-''Note: It is not recommended to install '''FortressOne''' in the same folder as nQuake or EZQuake as they may conflict.''
+''Note: It is not recommended to install '''FortressOne''' in the same folder as nQuake or EZQuake as they may overlap and cause conflicts.''
 |}

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 === Some useful cvar options ===
+<pre>
-*r_fastsky 1 //sets sky to a solid color, less distracting, easier to see players outline in the sky.
+r_fastsky 1 //sets sky to a solid color, less distracting, easier to see players outline in the sky.
-*r_skycolor x x x //RGB value of sky color
+r_skycolor x x x //RGB value of sky color (Default is "40 80 150" for light blue)
-*r_fastturb 1 //sets all liquids to a solid color based on texture, less distracting, cleaner looking map.
+r_fastturb 1 //sets all liquids to a solid color based on texture, less distracting, cleaner looking map.
-*v_viewheight "-6" // Some lore about this one. This lowers your view as much as possible, with the idea of being exactly in line with your rocket trajectory, instead of above it. The idea is that your crosshair is more accurately where the rockets will hit in the distance.
+v_viewheight "-6" // Some lore about this one. This lowers your view as much as possible, with the idea of being exactly in line with your rocket trajectory, instead of above it. The idea is that your crosshair is more accurately where the rockets will hit in the distance.
-*s_khz "44" // attempt to sample all sounds at 44khz, crisper audio, and needed for the replacement sound pack.
+s_khz "44" // attempt to sample all sounds at 44khz, crisper audio, and needed for the replacement sound pack.
-*s_ambientlevel "0" // removes annoying looping background noises
+s_ambientlevel "0" // removes annoying looping background noises
-*cl_bob "0" //removes screen bobbing
+cl_bob "0" //removes screen bobbing
-*cl_bobcycle "0.0" //removes screen bobbing
+cl_bobcycle "0" //removes screen bobbing
-*cl_bobup "0.0" //removes screen bobbing
+cl_bobup "0" //removes screen bobbing
-*cl_rollangle "0" //controls how much your screen tilts when strafing.
+cl_rollangle "0" //controls how much your screen tilts when strafing.
-* etc. etc.
+etc.
+</pre>
 ==FTEQuake==
 <nowiki>fill me in</nowiki>

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 =Client Commands=
-Useful client commands that are independent of any mod. You can review these and choose how you would like to configure your client.
+Useful client commands that are independent of any mod. You can review these and choose how you would like to configure your client.<br>
-Changes should go in ../fortress/config.cfg
+Changes should go in ../fortress/config.cfg<br>
 ==EZQuake==
 === v_viewheight ===