Quake 2 is superior to first game in one thing - there is a gun with infinite ammo at the start. Aside from that this bigger, grander sequel not only feels completely detached from what Q1 was aesthetically but also gampeplay-vise. It feels less arcade and more methodical with still great fast-paced combat but there is a significantly different touch to it. Similarly with levels as they become interconnected and more objective focused with more bland visuals of intustrial-military complex on Mars-like planet. Q2 feels like an band that after their hit first DIY album was signed to major label and executives decided to tone this shit down. Still enjoyable game but I missed the old Quake.