Bethesda is tipped to have fun the return of followers to QuakeCon with a shock launch of a preferred basic. After just a few years of online-only celebrations as a result of pandemic, followers are as soon as once more invited to attend QuakeCon in individual. The BYOC (Bring Your Own Computer) celebration kicks off in Grapevine, Texas on August 10, starting with a gap handle that may be seen on-line by clicking play on the video under. The 'Welcome to QuakeCon 2023' dwell stream begins at 6m BST UK time, and runs for about half-hour. It's believed Bethesda will use the stream to unveil Quake 2 Remastered, which is tipped to launch later at the moment.

First noticed by dependable leaker Billbil-kun, the improved model of Quake 2 will reportedly be obtainable on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch.

The sport will characteristic improved sound and visuals, in addition to a contemporary management scheme for consoles. It will reportedly price £7.99.

An upgraded model of the unique Quake made its debut throughout QuakeCon 2021, so it isn't the primary time Bethesda will use the occasion for a shock new sport launch.

Speaking of the unique Quake, the long-lasting shooter is offered at a decreased worth on quite a few platforms, as Bethesda builds the hype for this 12 months's QuakeCon.

Other Bethesda video games are additionally on sale throughout the occasion, akin to Skyrim, Fallout 4, Fallout 76, Doom Eternal and Deathloop.

As for QuakeCon 2023, the dwell stream schedule encompasses a host of attention-grabbing broadcasts hosted by Bethesda.

The schedule - which might be seen above - features a particular QuakeCon quiz, a cooking stream, and excessive rating competitors.

"It’s hard to believe that the last time we all met for the BYOC was in 2019," Bethesda explains.

"But now we’re back in person and ready for the world’s biggest LAN party to continue! The QuakeCon 2023 BYOC officially opens on Thursday, August 10, at 8:00am CDT."