The open source Zircon engine ("DarkPlaces Mark V Project") is a modification DarkPlaces engine with a mouse driven menu everywhere, ALT-ENTER fullscreen/windowed switching and 88 other enhancements to support user/mapper/mod coder ease-of-use and optional conveniences for those interested in a "1996 Quake" experience. "csqc_full_width_height 1" in console when running Arcane Dimensions at this time It is hoped that some/many/all of these enhancements will eventually make it into official DarkPlaces. The Zircon engine seeks to keep full compatibility with DarkPlaces so either engine can be used interchangeably.

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How To Test Replacement Textures In DarkPlaces

How To Test Replacement Textures In DarkPlaces

Textures Tutorial

This shows how to test a replacement texture in DarkPlaces and how to clear it to normal.

DarkPlaces/Zircon How To Record A Demo

DarkPlaces/Zircon How To Record A Demo

Mapping/Technical Tutorial

This is how to record a demo in DarkPlaces or Zircon.

Visual Guide To Engine Changes

Visual Guide To Engine Changes

Design/Concepts Tutorial

Here is a visual guide of Zircon modifications. Zircon engine is DarkPlaces with user-interface changes (mouse driven menu, ..). Perhaps some/many/all...

Zircon Engine Origins

Zircon Engine Origins

Design/Concepts Tutorial

Illustrations of Quake 1 BSP vs. Quake 3 BSP and allusions to the origin of this project.