Game Boy Color · Platformer
Duke Nukem
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Torus Games |
| Publisher | GT Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Duke Nukem |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Duke Nukem is a platformer released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Torus Games and published by GT Interactive.
It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch.
It is part of the Duke Nukem series. The series also appears on other systems with Duke Nukem 3D (PS1) and Duke Nukem 3D (Genesis). Torus Games also made Spider-Man 2: The Sinister Six, Hello Kitty's Cube Frenzy and Planet of the Apes for the GBC.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Duke Nukem is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Duke Nukem cheats & codes
14 codes on file (GameShark, Xploder). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | 91FF2ACB |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 910FC1CE |
| Infinite Ammo | 910E38CB |
| Infinite 2X Damage | 9160C9CB |
| Infinite Armor | 9160C8CB |
Duke Nukem walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Duke Nukem.
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
Duke Nukem FAQ
When did Duke Nukem come out on the GBC?
Duke Nukem was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.
Who made Duke Nukem?
It was developed by Torus Games and published by GT Interactive.
Is Duke Nukem multiplayer?
No. Duke Nukem is a single-player game.
How long does Duke Nukem take to play?
As a platformer, Duke Nukem typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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