Duke Nukem: Time to Kill Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Shooter
Duke Nukem 3D
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | Tec Toy |
| Publisher | 3D Realms |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Duke Nukem |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Developed by Tec Toy and published by 3D Realms, Duke Nukem 3D arrived on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive as a shooter.
Among the 24 Genesis shooters in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Duke Nukem series. The series also appears on other systems with Duke Nukem 3D (PS1) and Duke Nukem 3D (Saturn). Tec Toy also made Jurassic Park, Férias Frustradas do Pica-Pau and Show do milhão for the Genesis.
Duke Nukem 3D is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Duke Nukem 3D is like
Shooters are built around aiming and firing, from first-person corridor blasters and light-gun games to run-and-gun stages and multidirectional arcade shooters.
Tip for newcomers: Retro shooters were designed for CRT TVs and original controllers; light-gun games in particular need special hardware or alternative controls on modern screens.
Duke Nukem 3D cheats & codes
34 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Infinite Health | FF5573:64 |
|---|---|
| Run Mode Toggle (0-1) | FF5541:XX |
| Weapon Effect Modifier | FF5597:XX |
Duke Nukem 3D walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Duke Nukem 3D FAQ
Who made Duke Nukem 3D?
It was developed by Tec Toy and published by 3D Realms.
Is Duke Nukem 3D multiplayer?
No. Duke Nukem 3D is a single-player game.
How long does Duke Nukem 3D take to play?
As a shooter, Duke Nukem 3D 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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