Carmack attacks 'kitchen sink' game design
Says Quake III was the best 'ever'
id Software technical wizard, rocketeer and gambler John Carmack has revealed that Quake III Arena is his favourite id Software title.
Chatting to PC Gamer about the browser-launched Quake Live, Carmack also said he is less than impressed with some so-called 'progressive' game design techniques.
"Quake III Arena was always my personal favorite id Software game," he revealed.
"It’s such a pure activity kind of game - more of a sport than a movie. And I’m excited to have this opportunity to bring back the pure type of gaming as opposed to the ‘everything and the kitchen sink’ modern design. We have no pretensions about it being the best multiplayer game in all types of things, but for any player looking to test their [deathmatch] skill, I think Quake III Arena is the best there ever was."
Tell us your secrets, John. Tell us...
