I always thought that Quake 2 was good but just that, good. Especially when compared to the first game. This remaster however made me like this game a whole lot more. Not just the visuals but the gameplay received some updates. My main problem with the og version was me constantly getting lost because of the confusing map design. They remedied this with a handy compass feature. Finally Quake 2 is way more about the fast paced action and less about wandering around, not knowing where to go.
This remaster not only made the main game better but also includes all the expansions and some other campaigns. (All for free if you own Quake 2 on Steam) Would like to also talk about them.

The Reckoning
Good expansion. Adds some new challenging enemies and weapons which complement the base arsenal pretty well.

Ground Zero
Bad expansion. Kinda more bearable since you have the compass this time but that's it. The new enemies are pretty annoying. Later on, the levels jump keep constantly throwing groups of enemies at you with Medics in the mix and sentry turrets shooting you from hard to notice spots. New guns are also redundant. Just avoid this one.

Call of the Machine
MachineGames did it again. The new levels are pretty and quite varied. Instead of the usual space stations, we get ruined cities, old tombs and a moon base. My favorite level from this campaign has to be Operation Corpse Run. One moment it's high octane action and in other it's horror. Also love how the music on the maps are more dynamic here.

Quake 2 N64
Always assumed that it was just a lesser port of the og game. Turns out it's an entirely different campaign. It's not bad. Quite short on PC since you have better controls and quicksaves. There are some cheap enemy placements which might have been really frustrating on the N64 but they are fine here.

So all in all, kudos to idsoftware, Bethesda, Nightdive and MachineGames. This remaster exceeds expectations.