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Duke Nukem 64

Nintendo N64

Release Date: 1997

Action First-Person Shooter

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Description

"Duke Nukem 64," released for the Nintendo 64 in 1997, is a port of the popular PC game "Duke Nukem 3D," known for its irreverent humor and action-packed gameplay. In this first-person shooter, players step into the boots of Duke Nukem, a swaggering, wise-cracking action hero who is tasked with saving the Earth from an alien invasion. The game is set in various locations such as city streets, space stations, lunar landscapes, and deserts, each filled with a plethora of enemies that Duke must defeat. Players utilize an arsenal of weapons ranging from pistols and shotguns to futuristic shrink rays and freeze guns. Besides engaging in combat, players solve puzzles and explore environments to advance through the levels.

Significant adjustments were made for the Nintendo 64 version to suit the console’s capabilities and audience. These include modified graphics, redesigned levels, and censorship of some of the original game's more mature content, such as nudity and strong language. Multiplayer modes were also tailored for the N64, supporting four-player split-screen gameplay, which became a popular feature. "Duke Nukem 64" also introduced a unique feature where players could use an Expansion Pak to enhance the game's visual detail, though it was not required to play. This adaptation was generally well-received for its faithful translation of the PC experience to a home console format, preserving the core essence of Duke Nukem’s over-the-top action and humor within the technological constraints of the time.