About Quake
id Software's 1996 shooter with true 3D worlds, Lovecraftian monsters and fast multiplayer.
Quake (1996) by id Software was among the first shooters with fully 3D environments and models. Ranger fights through dark gothic dimensions against Shamblers and Fiends, with music by Trent Reznor.
See also QuakeWorld and NetQuake.io in our catalog for online play.
Available browser projects
Quake at a glance
- Genre
- FPS
- Original release
- 1996
- Developer
- id Software
- Publisher
- GT Interactive
- Browser version
- qwasm.m-h.org.uk
- Price
- Free
- Download
- Not required — runs in the browser
- Devices
- PC or laptop with keyboard and mouse
- Online play
- Depends on the build
How to play Quake in your browser
- Press Play in browser — the game opens on qwasm.m-h.org.uk in a new tab.
- Wait while the game files load. The first start can take from a few seconds to a few minutes depending on your connection; later starts are faster because the browser caches the files.
- Click inside the game window so it captures the keyboard and mouse, then switch to fullscreen (F11 or the host's fullscreen button).
- Open the in-game settings to adjust controls, graphics and sound. Progress is normally kept in your browser storage, so don't clear site data if you want to keep your saves.
Quake controls
Default layout for this browser version. Keys can differ between builds, and most hosts let you rebind them in the settings. A USB or Bluetooth gamepad usually works too.
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Move | WASD |
| Look around | Mouse |
| Shoot | Left click |
| Aim | Right click |
| Jump | Space |
| Crouch | Ctrl / C |
| Reload | R |
| Use / interact | E / F |
| Switch weapon | 1–4 / Mouse wheel |
| Scoreboard | Tab |
| Menu / pause | Esc |
What to expect from the browser version
The browser version of Quake is an independent web project — a port, recompilation or fan remake — hosted on qwasm.m-h.org.uk. It is not an official release from GT Interactive, and MePlayable does not host any game files: we describe the game and link to the project.
Because the game runs inside a browser tab, some features of the 1996 original may be missing or work differently: online modes, cutscenes, saves, mods and graphics options depend on the build. If something doesn't work, check the host's own notes.
Requirements
A modern desktop browser — Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Opera or Safari 16+ — with WebAssembly and WebGL enabled, at least 4 GB of RAM and a stable connection for the first load. Hardware acceleration should be switched on in the browser settings.
If Quake doesn't start
- Black screen or endless loading — update the browser, enable hardware acceleration and reload the page with Ctrl+F5.
- No sound — click inside the game window: browsers only allow audio after you interact with the page.
- Lag or low FPS — close other heavy tabs and programs, then lower the resolution or graphics settings in the game.
- The site doesn't open — the host may be temporarily down or blocked in your region. Try again later or use another project link on this page.
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Quake: frequently asked questions
Which site hosts the browser version of Quake?
The playable web version of Quake runs on qwasm.m-h.org.uk. MePlayable doesn't host game files: we check the link, explain controls and point you to the project page.
Can I play Quake online for free?
Yes. The browser version on qwasm.m-h.org.uk is free to open, and MePlayable doesn't charge anything — we simply link to the project.
Do I need to download Quake?
No. Quake runs directly in a browser tab using WebAssembly and WebGL, so there is no installer and nothing to download. The browser only caches files to make the next launch faster.
Can I play Quake on a phone?
The browser version is made for computers and expects a keyboard and mouse or a gamepad. Some phones and tablets can open it, but performance and touch controls are not guaranteed.
Can I play Quake with friends?
The original game had multiplayer, but online play in the browser depends on the build: some versions are single-player or local only. Check the host's menu for online options.
Is this the official Quake?
No. The original Quake was developed by id Software and released in 1996. The browser version is a third-party project, and all rights to the game belong to their owners.
Will my progress be saved?
Usually yes: saves are stored in your browser's local storage on this device. They are lost if you clear browser data, use private mode or switch to another browser or device.
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