Forsaken 64

 Nintendo 64
  • Publisher: Acclaim
  • Release Date: Apr 30, 1998
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75

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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 20 Ratings

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  • Summary: An experiment gone wrong ripped away the earth's atmosphere. Bathed in the searching radiation of the sun, the planet has been condemned. You are among the FORSAKEN™ few who invade the now abandoned settlements to collect what little fortune was left behind.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. TotalGames.net
    92
    Has enough substance behind the dazzle to hold off accusations of it being nothing more than a Descent clone in pretty new clothes. Forsaken 64's deathmatch mode is superb, every bit as playable as that of Rare''s Bondage festival. One of the best games of the year!
  2. Gaming Maxx
    90
    One of the N64's elite titles. On a side note, if you ever want to lose your lunch, put this game in 3rd person view.My stomach churns at the mere thought of it... *sigh*
  3. Nintendorks
    90
    Forsaken 64 has it all, baby. The game's four player deathmatch could very well be a replacement for those who have overplayed "Goldeneye 007's" multiplayer.
  4. All Game Guide
    80
    This is a good 3-D game, but you may have trouble figuring out which way is up. Not that it matters, because you will be chased constantly and you will always be on the move.
  5. Hot Games
    80
    The unconventional control system can take a short while to get completely accustomed with - being able to rotate and move in any direction can quickly result with up becoming down and players getting disorientated very quickly.
  6. Games Domain
    80
    Forsaken is an excellent shoot 'em up.
  7. GamePro
    40
    A classic case of unrealized potential, Forsaken fails to make significant use of its excellent control and four-player split-screen capability by thrusting you into an endless maze of frustration.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 2 out of 7
  1. [Anonymous]
    Sep 9, 2006
    10
    Fantastic game, and severely underrated. I would recommend it to anyone looking to pick up used Nintendo 64 games; it will quickly become a classic.
  2. arostislavna
    Dec 1, 2021
    9
    Unique and has cool mechanics, still one of the games from the golden age of shooters.
  4. Yojimbo2015
    Jan 26, 2023
    8
    Although sharing the same mechanics as the Playstation version, Forsaken 64 is more of an arcade-style deathmatch shoot 'em up than theAlthough sharing the same mechanics as the Playstation version, Forsaken 64 is more of an arcade-style deathmatch shoot 'em up than the Descent-alike exploration of the original. I personally prefer the extra depth of the PS1 version but I can see why others would disagree. They are different, but both are great.… Expand
  5. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A really good game, there are lots of cool things about it and it is a lot of fun to play.… Expand
  6. zeta204
    Aug 16, 2012
    6
    Forsaken 64 is a very ambitious shooter that just doesn't deliver the thrills you may be looking for on the N64. While a decent game, it doesForsaken 64 is a very ambitious shooter that just doesn't deliver the thrills you may be looking for on the N64. While a decent game, it does nothing to really stand out on a platform with many, many great games.… Expand
  7. AValis
    Feb 14, 2022
    3
    I understand the multi-player deathmatch is what gives this title it's credibility, but if you don't have friends and play only through theI understand the multi-player deathmatch is what gives this title it's credibility, but if you don't have friends and play only through the single player campaign this game becomes a frustrating nightmare - truly forsaken. The most objective failure is it's complete lack of a final level and boss; the end is a slightly tweaked tour of levels and bosses you've already beaten. With how endlessly difficult the game is, what a slap in the face to anyone who spent the necessary weeks to make it there with only 5 lives.… Expand
  8. SuperWooper
    Nov 10, 2014
    2
    I like what they were trying to do with a FPS on a hovering vehicle, but it didn't work out at all. The controls are very confusing and toughI like what they were trying to do with a FPS on a hovering vehicle, but it didn't work out at all. The controls are very confusing and tough to control, and the first person camera and 360 movement is nauseating. Also, a lack of story makes this game even less enjoyable and more confusing to follow.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best N64 Game of 1998
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#11 Most Discussed N64 Game of 1998