How to Install QuakeJS on OpenBSD

QuakeJS is a browser-based port of the classic first-person shooter game, Quake. It allows you to play Quake online in your web browser without the need for additional plugins or software. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to install QuakeJS on OpenBSD.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, make sure you have the following:

  • A running OpenBSD system
  • A web browser
  • A stable internet connection

Steps

Follow these steps to install QuakeJS on OpenBSD:

  1. Open the terminal on your OpenBSD system.

  2. Install Node.js, a Javascript runtime built on the Chrome V8 engine. Enter the following command in the terminal to install Node.js:

    $ doas pkg_add node

  3. Clone the QuakeJS repository from GitHub by running the following command:

    $ git clone https://github.com/begleysm/quakejs

  4. Navigate to the QuakeJS directory using the following command:

    $ cd quakejs

  5. Install the required Node.js modules by running the following command:

    $ npm install

  6. Build the QuakeJS server by running the following command:

    $ npm run build-server

  7. Start the QuakeJS server by running the following command:

    $ npm run serve

  8. Open a web browser and navigate to http://localhost:3000. You will see the QuakeJS website homepage. QuakeJS Homepage

  9. Click on the "Play Quake" button. This will launch the QuakeJS game client in your web browser. QuakeJS Game Client

  10. Enjoy playing Quake online with QuakeJS!

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install QuakeJS on OpenBSD. With QuakeJS, you can enjoy playing Quake online in your web browser without the need for additional software or plugins.