HomeLAN - What new modifications will Raven make to the Quake III engine for use in Jedi Academy?

Kenn Hoekstra - Quake III engine modifications implemented for Jedi Academy include, but are not limited to:

Character customization system - allows players to create their own Jedi in both single player and multiplayer. There are several thousand possible character combinations currently.

Ghoul II enhancements including the Ghoul infinite Model modification system - Allows for modular model enhancements, custom colorization, and expanded animation support

New ICARUS II scripting system for Single player and Multiplayer. Now allows for scripted events in multiplayer matches.

New map creation tools allowing for models to be used as in world objects instead of just textures to help create richer 3-D environments.

New non-linear mission progression system.

Raven’s ARIOCHE terrain system.

Portal skies

Rag doll skeletal system

Enhanced vehicle system. Allows for new ride-able vehicles in addition to previous drive-able ones.

Character and vehicle enhancements are designed to enable expanded mod support.