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FranchiseDuke NukemSeriesDuke Nukem

Duke Nukem 3D

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First release
Apr 19, 1996
Engine
Build
Genres
Shooter, Puzzle · Action, Science fiction, Comedy
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), DOS, Mac

Duke Nukem 3D is a first-person shooter in which players move through levels from the protagonist's viewpoint, fighting aliens and mutated foes with a varied arsenal. Its environments are highly interactive and destructible, and levels are designed in a non-linear way, letting players use air ducts, back routes, and hidden areas to explore or avoid enemies. Set across recognizable real-world style locations, the game is known for its satirical humor and references to action films and pop culture.

Also known as Duke3D

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Storyline
Returning to Earth in his space cruiser hoping for a vacation, action hero Duke Nukem is shot down over Los Angeles by unknown attackers. As he sends out a distress signal, he learns that aliens are invading the city and have mutated the local police. With his plans ruined, Duke ejects and vows to do whatever it takes to stop the invasion, fighting his way through a besieged city and beyond as he uncovers the scope of the alien threat.Read more

Returning to Earth in his space cruiser hoping for a vacation, action hero Duke Nukem is shot down over Los Angeles by unknown attackers. As he sends out a distress signal, he learns that aliens are invading the city and have mutated the local police. With his plans ruined, Duke ejects and vows to do whatever it takes to stop the invasion, fighting his way through a besieged city and beyond as he uncovers the scope of the alien threat.

Release dates
DOS
Apr 19, 1996
DOS
May 1996
Mac
Jun 06, 1997
All 5 release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
1998
DOS
Jan 29, 1996
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
8h
Main + Extras
9h
Completionist
14h
Age ratings
ESRB MPEGI 16
Game modes
Multiplayer, Single player
Perspective
First person
Keywords
aliens, helicopter, bloody, mascot, parody
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At a Glance

Critic Score
75
Main Story (IGDB)
8h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
9h
Completionist (IGDB)
14h
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Overview

Multiplayer

  • Online multiplayerIGDB · 21 Oct
  • Online co-opIGDB · 21 Oct
  • LAN co-opIGDB · 21 Oct
  • Co-op campaignIGDB · 21 Oct
  • Drop-in, drop-out co-opIGDB · 21 Oct

Feature data: IGDB