Duke Nukem: Time to Kill Classic
PlayStation · Shooter
Duke Nukem 3D
Certified classic Co-op
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | Shooter |
| Developer | 3D Realms Entertainment |
| Publisher | GT Interactive |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Duke Nukem |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 33 |
Duke Nukem 3D is a shooter released in 1997 for the PlayStation, developed by 3D Realms Entertainment and published by GT Interactive. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Duke Nukem: Total Meltdown.
It landed about 2 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1997 include Grand Theft Auto, Final Fantasy VII and Command & Conquer: Red Alert. Among the 106 PS1 shooters in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Duke Nukem series; on the PS1 you can also try Duke Nukem: Time to Kill and Duke Nukem: Land of the Babes. The series also appears on other systems with Duke Nukem 3D (Genesis) and Duke Nukem 3D (Saturn).
Duke Nukem 3D supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you are not a fan of fast-paced aiming and twitch reflexes
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
20 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Have All Keys | 800EC97C
000F |
|---|---|
| Infinite Holoduke | 800EC962
0960 |
| Infinite Jetpack | 800EC9CE
0640 |
| Infinite Steroids | 800EC9D0
0640 |
| Infinite Medikits | 800EC980
00FF |
| Infinite Scuba Gear | 800EC9CC
FF50 |
Duke Nukem 3D walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Duke Nukem 3D FAQ
When did Duke Nukem 3D come out on the PS1?
Duke Nukem 3D was released for the PlayStation in 1997.
Who made Duke Nukem 3D?
It was developed by 3D Realms Entertainment and published by GT Interactive.
Is Duke Nukem 3D multiplayer?
Yes. Duke Nukem 3D supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
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.
Read more about Duke Nukem 3D 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.