As promised, id Software has released the Linux retail client/server patch for DOOM 3, offering Penguin-powered gamers the opportunity to play this first-person horror shooter sequel on their OS of choice. The release requires five PK4 files from the retail game, and includes an OpenGL client as well as a dedicated server. Additionally, the native Linux version of the single-player demo is available as well, as before offering the intro movie and the first three levels from the full game.
GNU/Linux system:
- Pentium III, 1Ghz
- 256Mb RAM
- Kernel 2.4, 2.6 is recommended
- glibc 2.2 and up
- NV10 or R200 minimum hardware
- OpenGL hardware acceleration
- 64 MB VRAM
Download: Retail v1.1 client/server for Linux Download: Single-player demo (3 levels) for Linux
News source: 3D Gamers
