Neon Genesis Evangelion N64 box art

Nintendo 64 · Action

Neon Genesis Evangelion

SystemNintendo 64
Released1999
GenreAction
DeveloperBEC
PublisherBandai
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesEvangelion
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 10

Neon Genesis Evangelion is an action game released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64, developed by BEC and published by Bandai.

It landed about 3 years into the N64's life. Other notable N64 releases from 1999 include Resident Evil 2, Super Smash Bros. and Donkey Kong 64. Among the 23 N64 action games in our database, it ranks #5 by legacy score.

It is part of the Evangelion series.

Neon Genesis Evangelion 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)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Neon Genesis Evangelion is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Neon Genesis Evangelion gameplay screenshot on N64
In-game screenshot (N64)

Neon Genesis Evangelion cheats & codes

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Neon Genesis Evangelion walkthroughs & guides

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Neon Genesis Evangelion FAQ

When did Neon Genesis Evangelion come out on the N64?

Neon Genesis Evangelion was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1999.

Who made Neon Genesis Evangelion?

It was developed by BEC and published by Bandai.

Is Neon Genesis Evangelion multiplayer?

No. Neon Genesis Evangelion is a single-player game.

How long does Neon Genesis Evangelion take to play?

As an action game, Neon Genesis Evangelion 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.

Read more about Neon Genesis Evangelion on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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