How to Install QuakeJS on Arch Linux

QuakeJS is an open-source project that allows you to play Quake III Arena in your web browser. This tutorial will guide you through the process of installing QuakeJS on Arch Linux.

Prerequisites

Before we proceed, make sure that Git and Node.js are installed on your system. To install them, run the following command:

sudo pacman -S git nodejs

Step 1: Clone the QuakeJS repository

Firstly, you need to clone the QuakeJS repository on your system. Open your terminal and run the following command:

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

Step 2: Install dependencies

Next, navigate to the cloned repository directory and install the dependencies by running the following commands:

cd quakejs
npm install

Step 3: Start the QuakeJS server

Finally, start the QuakeJS server by running the following command:

node server.js

QuakeJS is now installed on your Arch Linux system!

Step 4: Launch Quake III Arena

To play Quake III Arena, launch your web browser and enter the following in the address bar:

http://localhost:27960/

You should now be able to see the Quake III Arena game menu displayed in your web browser.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you learned how to install QuakeJS on Arch Linux. With QuakeJS, you can enjoy playing Quake III Arena in your web browser on your Arch Linux system.

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