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Nexuiz
NexuizFast-paced, quake-like arena shooter for Linux, PC, and Mac.
Urban Terror
Urban TerrorFast, free, tactical FPS blending Hollywood action with realistic combat.
Overview
Description

Nexuiz is a high‑velocity first‑person shooter that captures the classic arena feel of early 2000s Quake titles. Developed and published by Alientrap Games Inc, it offers both single‑player challenges and frantic multiplayer battles. The game runs natively on Linux, Windows, and macOS, delivering smooth, retro‑styled graphics and responsive controls. With its free‑to‑play model, Nexuiz invites players of all skill levels to dive into fast, skill‑based combat across a variety of sci‑fi themed maps.

Urban Terror is a free multiplayer first‑person shooter that runs on the ioquake3 engine, compatible with Windows, Linux and macOS. It offers fast‑paced, team‑based combat with a focus on fun over strict realism. The game combines Hollywood‑style tactical scenarios with realistic weapon handling, providing an addictive experience for both casual and competitive players. Regular updates keep the gameplay fresh and the community active.

Pricing
Free
Free
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of classic arena shooters
Fans of fast, tactical multiplayer shooters
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Alientrap Games Inc
Silicon Ice Development, FrozenSand Games Ltd
publisher
Alientrap Games Inc
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multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Multiplayer
critic score
80/100
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age rating
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PEGI 16
General
release date
2005-05-31
2000-08-05
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Free-to-play with no hidden fees
  • Runs natively on Linux, Windows, and macOS
  • Fast, responsive controls ideal for competitive play
  • Rich selection of arena maps and weapons
  • Completely free to download and play.
  • Cross‑platform support for Windows, Linux and macOS.
  • Highly responsive controls suited for competitive play.
  • Active community delivering maps and regular updates.
Cons
  • Graphics are intentionally retro and may feel dated
  • Limited modern features such as matchmaking lobbies
  • Community size is smaller compared to newer shooters
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern shooters.
  • Limited single‑player content; focuses on multiplayer only.
  • No official console versions.
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