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"Neon Genesis Evangelion" for the Nintendo 64, released in 1999, is a video game adaptation of the popular anime series of the same name. Developed by BEC and published by Bandai, the game mirrors the anime’s storyline, focusing on the battles between the EVAs—gigantic bio-machines—and the mysterious Angels. Players take on the role of Shinji Ikari, Rei Ayanami, or Asuka Langley Soryu, piloting their respective EVAs through various combat scenarios. The gameplay is a blend of third-person action and strategy, requiring players to manage both the physical maneuvers of their EVA and its synchronization ratio, a crucial aspect affecting the EVA’s performance in battle.

The game is notable for its innovative use of the Nintendo 64’s hardware capabilities to recreate the anime's detailed art style and intense narrative moments. Despite the technical limitations of the time, the developers managed to include multiple gameplay formats within the same game, such as side-scrolling shooter, real-time tactical combat, and simulation sequences that reflect the psychological elements of the show. The game also features voice samples from the anime's original voice actors, contributing to an authentic experience for the fans. "Neon Genesis Evangelian" on the N64 received mixed reviews partly due to its challenging gameplay and deviation from conventional game mechanics, but it has since been appreciated for its ambitious adaptation of the complex and beloved anime series.

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