Duke Nukem Forever

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  1. gryxitl
    Jun 18, 2011
    10
    I mean I hear the game is fun in both gameplay and concept, thats probably why everyone hated it. The world is colorful, and there is plenty of humor. One of the ideas that I haven't seen anyone talking about are the teleporting enemies. I mean it's a nice spin on the standard AI that involves shoot, hide behind cover, shoot.
  2. gwynbleidd
    Jun 18, 2011
    10
    Great game. Funny and entertaining. Some minor problems don't ruin the experience, even if you include the dated graphics into the equation. Duke can only take two weapons with him this time, but that's hardly gamebreaking. Irreverent Duke stuff, jokes and punchs are back and better than ever.

    Hail to the King. This game it's a piece of gaming history!
  3. adsci
    Jun 18, 2011
    8
    Duke Nukem Forever is technically average, the story is rather simple and the game play is based on bad jokes. You canâ
  4. MrPinky
    Jun 18, 2011
    8
    There is two points to rate this game. When you look with this 14 years making of-that sucks and it should be a freeware. But if you look at this game as a normal shooter from Gearbox-man, this is totally different game. Of course that is no match to CoD series or Bulletstorm, even first Duke is better, but still this is solid FPS with big doze of specific temper. I had fun when playingThere is two points to rate this game. When you look with this 14 years making of-that sucks and it should be a freeware. But if you look at this game as a normal shooter from Gearbox-man, this is totally different game. Of course that is no match to CoD series or Bulletstorm, even first Duke is better, but still this is solid FPS with big doze of specific temper. I had fun when playing and that makes me happy. Isn't that games goal?… Expand
  5. janbirsa
    Jun 18, 2011
    0
    Its rushed, crappy game of 2011. They abused the title and character to make some quick money and **** us off with crappy game. If they polished it and released maybe 5+ years ago, it would have been a decent game, but as of now its just rubbish. Totally not 2011 standards.
  6. risko404
    Jun 17, 2011
    8
    If anybody is looking at the average Metacritic score of DNF... don't believe it! The critics are morons who act like this game should have been a masterpiece, which it isn't but it's far from bad. This game is very enjoyable. Not only is the game play amazing and the weaponry pretty sweet, but over all, it's just a really fun game to play. Everybody thinks that it's graphics are toIf anybody is looking at the average Metacritic score of DNF... don't believe it! The critics are morons who act like this game should have been a masterpiece, which it isn't but it's far from bad. This game is very enjoyable. Not only is the game play amazing and the weaponry pretty sweet, but over all, it's just a really fun game to play. Everybody thinks that it's graphics are to outdated and the story sucks. Well yeah the graphics are a bit out dated, but what do you expect. The game has been in development for 14 years! Once 3D Realms went under, Gearbox was kind enough to finish it up. Once the public found out about this, everybody started pressuring them more and more to release it. Yes, the development towards the end was rushed which caused the game to be lacking in some areas, but the game is still very fun and I enjoyed playing it. I've heard many things from people, like the graphics are dated, the game play sucks, the humor is childish and offensive... well guess what, it's a Duke Nukem game, of course it's gonna be offensive, if you don't like it, don't play the game! And no, the game play doesn't suck, unless the only games you've ever played in your life are call of duty modern warfare or halo, then yes, you may not be used to a game that is actually good. I just can't believe the reviews critics are giving this game. When the game first came out in North America, the average metacritic score was 62! Now its 58! There are so many games that are far worse than DNF, yet they always seem to get pretty good scores and this game just gets crapped on. The only game critic I think that gave DNF a good, honest score was PC Gamer, because they give their honest opinion on games, instead of just saying a game sucks because it doesn't meet all their stupid expectations. And if you're playing DNF on an Xbox 360 and giving it a bad review, then you're a stupid moron. Playing ports of games that were meant for the PC in the first place is a bad idea, especially with DNF. Development for this game began back in 1997, when the only console out at the time that didn't suck was the Playstation 1. So when some dumb 15 year-old says he doesn't like the game, well that's because he was still crapping his diapers when Duke 3D came out, and had no idea what games were really like back then. In a nutshell, Duke Nukem Forever is well worth the money, and is a solid fps game. No, it is not worth waiting 14 years for, but really... what game is? Thank you for reading my rant and I hope you realize that you should never say a game sucks because some stuck up critic douchebag says it does.… Expand
  7. alien5
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    Totally undeserving of such low scores, especially with so many uninventive and tedious sequels getting 9's or higher. Honestly, more varied and fun, though perhaps not as polished as most AAA shooters of this generation.
  8. Dancube
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    I do not understand the hate for this title, as for me it is literally perfect.
    I'm sick and tired of CoD, and the world needed Duke, and when the world gets Duke, they complain? Well not me, I give this game a perfect 10, simply because it deserves it.
    The graphics and sound are not phenomenal, but I have no problem with them, as it as Jon St John voicing Duke, an amazing version of    I do not understand the hate for this title, as for me it is literally perfect.
    I'm sick and tired of CoD, and the world needed Duke, and when the world gets Duke, they complain? Well not me, I give this game a perfect 10, simply because it deserves it.
    The graphics and sound are not phenomenal, but I have no problem with them, as it as Jon St John voicing Duke, an amazing version of grabbag, and that the graphics engine still holds up well today (its a dated engine, but still looks great, check it out.)
    The gameplay is a lot like Duke Nukem 3D, which is what the fans wanted, except this time round it's got a modern twist, for the better.
    Regenerating health is a GOOD addition, because without it, the game would be IMPOSSIBLE.
    So yes, a perfect 10, welcome back Duke.

    Always bet on Duke.    … Expand
  9. hellgazer
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    This game is a blast from the past... feels and plays like a game from the 90s and brings back fun to gaming... and while at times may be a little sexiest its just a blast to play worth every penny....
    not to mention multiplayer is **** awesome
  10. prinnylaharl
    Jun 17, 2011
    6
    There's quite a few problems with the Duke this time around sadly, most notably the lack of enemies. Some levels have up to 6 minutes of walking with no fighting, some you will actually load into the next level having only killed one or two enemies. What few enemies there are have very little variety and pose little to no challenge, even on maxed out difficulty. You would think thatThere's quite a few problems with the Duke this time around sadly, most notably the lack of enemies. Some levels have up to 6 minutes of walking with no fighting, some you will actually load into the next level having only killed one or two enemies. What few enemies there are have very little variety and pose little to no challenge, even on maxed out difficulty. You would think that Gearbox would have had more originality and come up with more enemies than what was on Duke 3D. Other than enemy frequency and lack of difficulty, there's entirely too much filler content including but not limited to turret sequences with no risk of losing, a very boring truck sequence that unfortunately has almost an entire area of the game nearly devoted to it. While DN:F is unfortunately a sub-par game, I do hope that Gearbox picks up the next Duke Nukem title, because they show that they can capture the world and the Duke rather well, they just need to play some better games for inspiration, Bulletstorm for example.… Expand
  11. stefansts
    Jun 17, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thx Gearbox for this lovely game , i don´t like this COD and BF crap .
    Such fun for an amount of hours ..... Duke one : Gear zero So let them say anything like ..oh rubbish... and kick ass .
    Finally again thanks for the whole effort in every way ... and wait for DLC´s ....please !!    … Expand
  12. bollegru
    Jun 17, 2011
    7
    Despite the not so great graphics and the somewhat fragmented gameplay, I still enjoy DNF on the PC. It is unpretentious fun. Not particularly impressive, but fun.
  13. thr4sher
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    After a 14 year wait, we finally have Duke Nukem Forever in our hands. The game has received some really horrible reviews. Most of these negative reviews complain about the graphics, crude humor, sexist content, or the level design and gameplay. Let me address these one at a time.

    Graphics: Yes, the graphics are a little dated. The game is using the unreal engine so it doesnt look as good    After a 14 year wait, we finally have Duke Nukem Forever in our hands. The game has received some really horrible reviews. Most of these negative reviews complain about the graphics, crude humor, sexist content, or the level design and gameplay. Let me address these one at a time.

    Graphics: Yes, the graphics are a little dated. The game is using the unreal engine so it doesnt look as good as some newer games, but its not bad. Crude Humor: What did you expect? Its Duke. People have complained that its unnecessary, and way more crude then Duke3D. Stop for a minute and consider how things were back in the mid to late 90s. The game COULDNT be too crude back then. They pushed the boundaries at the time, but they really couldnt take it to the extremes they wanted. Also, if they hadnt pushed it to the extreme with DNF people would have complained that it wasnt edgy enough. You cant please everyone.

    Sexist content: Again, its Duke. Ive read some reviews that say the game is highly offensive to women, and/or that Duke, or the developers hate women. This is just ridiculous. My girlfriend watches me play Duke and she laughs the whole time. The game isnt serious at all, and nobody should take it seriously.

    Level Design + Gameplay: Now, I kind of agree with some of the complaints here. I dont really dig the recharging Ego meter instead of a health bar, and the need for health packs. I also dont like the 2 weapon limit. Why cant i kick people anymore!? The level design isnt bad, although I feel as if they may have packed in a few too many little puzzles to solve. its not that big of a deal, but I couldnt have done with a few less puzzles, and more enemies. Overall, I really liked Duke Forever. Im a 29 year old gamer, and I was in high school when Duke3D came out. Over the years almost every FPS has gone with the realistic approach (CoD, Battlefield, ect...). There arent any games that recapture that feel of the oldschool 90s shooters. Duke does just that. I seriously felt like a kid again while running around listening to dukes one-liners, and shooting up some pigs. It was a refreshing change of pace after playing so many games based in reality over the years.

    People complain that Duke Nukem Forever doesnt keep up with the times, and it doesnt. Thats one reason why I liked it so much. If they had made a CoD game, and instead of russians put in some pig cops, and pasted Duke in where it would normally be a special forces guy people would have complained that Duke Forever was just trying to be modern, and wasnt creative. I really dont think Duke Forever had any real chance of getting great reviews, because people were expecting it to be the best game ever made and/or perfect because of the long wait. There is no way any game could live up to that hype, not even Duke. The last line you hear from Duke in the game eludes to more Duke games (not a spoiler). I think the next Duke game(s) can start to bridge the gap between totally retro, and more modern. This game needed to be retro though, just to reconnect us with Duke after 14 years, and to give younger games a chance to play a game like we played 14 years ago. now that that is done, Duke can grow up a little.

    Yes, I gave Duke a 10. Does it deserve it? Yes and no. It doesnt deserve the 10 for the game itself (id say an 8 is good), but it does deserve a 10 to boost its metascore overall, because I think a lot of people didnt quite get Duke Forever, and gave it horrible reviews for that reason. It doesnt deserve an amazing score, because it doesnt do anything new, and it doesnt break any ground, but its Duke, and its a really fun retro shooter that certainly deserves a solid 7 or 8.

    Long live DUKE!    … Expand
  14. MrMan68
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    ***HERE IS MY HONEST REVIEW OF DNF***

    Please take time to read this, it's an honest input from me about this game based on what I have played thus far: This game is not ground breaking or *insert something here to make it sound like I'm intelligent when it comes to what makes games good* The game turned out to be exactly what I was hoping...a romp with an old friend. There is nothing    ***HERE IS MY HONEST REVIEW OF DNF***

    Please take time to read this, it's an honest input from me about this game based on what I have played thus far:

    This game is not ground breaking or *insert something here to make it sound like I'm intelligent when it comes to what makes games good*

    The game turned out to be exactly what I was hoping...a romp with an old friend. There is nothing new in the gameplay but that doesn't mean the game isn't fun. There are puzzles to solve to break up the pacing - the best way for me to describe it would be...similar to Half Life 2's puzzles. If you liked HL2 then you should like DNF. I honestly believe people had their minds already made up regardless of how the game actually turned out. I have lost all respect whatsoever for both IGN and Gamespot concerning their objectivity reviewing games. Any retard can read through the reviews and see there isn't any substance to their ****

    1. Graphics (FFS graphics are NOT what makes a game FUN to play)
    2. Linear (yeah BO single player wasn't linear)
    3. "only can use 2 weapons at a time" (God forbid you had to use a little strategy on what weapons to use on the current level you are on...let's just load up a UT weapons locker with full ammo and all weapons for the strategically challenged)

    It's been interesting watching all the hate pouring out from people and no substance in their arguments. (Of course if graphics and non linear and all weapons allowed are what makes a great game, then yes, their arguments have "substance")

    I have yet to encounter any crashing, glitches, gotten stuck anywhere...it has played smoothly and I'm about 6 hours into it which means about halfway according to others who have completed it already.

    Duke is as crass as ever...there's a bunch of new 1-liners that crack me up...plenty of potty humor, nudity etc. so if the first duke offended then this one isn't for you. I absolutely can see me playing this through at least a couple more times...but that is just a random opinion. If I honestly thought the game sucked I would provide criticism that actually made sense and based on personal experience...not input from some 8 year old emo kid who writes gaming reviews based on information a 2nd cousin gave during recess at school.    … Expand
  15. MrPresident
    Jun 17, 2011
    7
    It is the very definition of an OK game. I would probably say it's a 6.0-6.5 game (rather than a 7) but since I can't give it a 6.5 then I suppose it's fair to nudge it up a little. Just don't believe the hype because it's neither fantastic nor terrible. It's been popular to hate this game for almost 10 years now so ignore the so-called 'professional reviewers' that are just jumping onIt is the very definition of an OK game. I would probably say it's a 6.0-6.5 game (rather than a 7) but since I can't give it a 6.5 then I suppose it's fair to nudge it up a little. Just don't believe the hype because it's neither fantastic nor terrible. It's been popular to hate this game for almost 10 years now so ignore the so-called 'professional reviewers' that are just jumping on the bandwagon. I don't want to sound like I'm defending this game too much because I only wanted to point out the dishonesty of the popular media. Maybe you'll like it and maybe you won't but it is in no way deserving of the hate that it gets. If all games were held to the same standard as DNF then anything from Bioshock to Halo would be getting 4s and 5s.

    Just wait for price drops before buying. It may not be worth 60$ but it is worth 20-30$ for those interested in the hell it went through getting here. Chances are that you'll enjoy at least some parts of it.    … Expand
  16. buzer
    Jun 17, 2011
    5
    what can i say about a game i had a hard on for sooo long time. i expected much more, game is decent but thats about it, not even getting close to original Duke
  17. Badhoven
    Jun 17, 2011
    1
    Simply disappointing. The User is thrown into a REALLY poor Graphic. Even Farcry(!!) has a MUCH better Graphic. The Gameplay is miserable. The Characters interact with you in a very poor way. Either they dont look at you, or the animation is so obviously not natural.... The guys who were responsible for this obviously had either no clue of how to really do it, or had better things to do.Simply disappointing. The User is thrown into a REALLY poor Graphic. Even Farcry(!!) has a MUCH better Graphic. The Gameplay is miserable. The Characters interact with you in a very poor way. Either they dont look at you, or the animation is so obviously not natural.... The guys who were responsible for this obviously had either no clue of how to really do it, or had better things to do. There is NO love for details in this Game! Wherever you go, you fight 5-10 enemies, and then a soundeffect tells you that you're done. Then you look for the next room and do the same. Soon there are also no more girls that pull you out of that boring 3d-shooter... I dont think the developers even played the game. This looks like they were just in a hurry to release it. Thats why your health is refreshing on its own! No need to place Medikits, no need to play it once, since the user can always start any fight with full health - and also no need to balance the number of Medikits for different difficulties. Also in any fight-area you can find a place where the enemies cant reach you... WOW i'm standing on a couch, of course the pigcops cant touch me there*doh*... How realistic...Duke is EPIC and kind of Legendary! He should be able to do more than just fire Guns! At least he should be able to interact more with the girls there! Girls cant be touched, nor cant be interacted in any other way than the little animation you instantly see when you get near them... Also that Superstar-like-Duke is pretty ridiculous... Duke's slogans get boring pretty soon too. Its always the same. This game is like Duke3D with real 3D. My disappointment is endless... I guess this will be the first game in my life that i'm not going to finish. Spending my time on something thats not entertaining at all, is just a waste of time. I used to be a HUGE DukeNukem Fan and played those games when i was a little kid and i expected so much after 12 years of waiting... but this is simply a big bad expensive joke. 2 points for this game - minus 1 point for destroying a legend. 1 point...… Expand
  18. rezanl
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    It is Duke lot of fun to play you should definitely try it! Yes the graphics are not the best but still up to date, there is a couple of part which is challenging but hey in 90s that was all about hard as hell games.
  19. Muzzy12
    Jun 17, 2011
    8
    All you negative reviewers are making me wonder if we're playing the same game. The game is packed with creativity and just entertaining ideas. It takes you through many unique environments and keeps coming up with new challenges throughout the whole game. You're also forgetting that this game has relied heavily on the two greatest shooter elements that nobody is using anymore: hugeAll you negative reviewers are making me wonder if we're playing the same game. The game is packed with creativity and just entertaining ideas. It takes you through many unique environments and keeps coming up with new challenges throughout the whole game. You're also forgetting that this game has relied heavily on the two greatest shooter elements that nobody is using anymore: huge bosses and arenas. Pretty much the gameplay just takes you from one arena to another where you know the only thing to do there is blow away an enemy onslaught. That's what I wanted. About the humor, a lot of humorless reviewers clearly don't get that what makes all the sex jokes funny is that they ARE stupid. That's the whole point. It's intentional. I mean, think about how dumb all the characters themselves are. Watch the movie Idiocracy, because that's what's going on. Get it yet?… Expand
  20. Vlado
    Jun 17, 2011
    10
    Duke Nukem Forever was such a fun game, I really don't get why many reviewers decided to hate on it. There are a few problems, make no mistake - mainly the 2007-2008 level graphics, the fact that Duke can, for some reason, carry only 2 guns, regenerating health instead of health packs. Everything else, though, is excellent, ESPECIALLY if you enjoy Duke Nukem humour. If you do, this game isDuke Nukem Forever was such a fun game, I really don't get why many reviewers decided to hate on it. There are a few problems, make no mistake - mainly the 2007-2008 level graphics, the fact that Duke can, for some reason, carry only 2 guns, regenerating health instead of health packs. Everything else, though, is excellent, ESPECIALLY if you enjoy Duke Nukem humour. If you do, this game is a true feast. The jokes are second to none, the game just keeps a smile on your face for extended periods of time.

    There's a LOT of attention to detail (pretty entertaining Duke Nukem burger cartons in one of the stages, for instance). The game offers great variety, it's not all shooting, there are puzzles, there's some first-person platforming (nothing too difficult), a lot of things are covered. The stages are quite varied, both in terms of design and in terms of what you have to do - there are driving stages, water stages, stages where you are small and have to fight your ways through rats or even big aliens, a stage set like a Western movie, etc. There are plenty of entertaining mini-games like pool, weight lifting, pinball, etc. The boss battles are quite epic and intense.

    I guess the game is a bit on the easy side on Normal difficulty, but then again, you're Duke Nukem, it's natural that you kick epic amounts of ass. The story is nothing special, of course, but the game is all about the humour. Duke Nukem is better than ever, I'd say Jon St. John's voice is even more badass 15 years later!    … Expand
  21. Mittsies
    Jun 17, 2011
    3
    Whereas Duke Nukem 3D through us right in the action of it all, the latest installment is slow and miserable by comparison. Obviously Gear Box knew people would have a lot of patience, considering they waited over a decade for this title, so as a result they have brought you hours upon hours of pointless content including (But not limited to) walking, standing, spamming space-bar, orWhereas Duke Nukem 3D through us right in the action of it all, the latest installment is slow and miserable by comparison. Obviously Gear Box knew people would have a lot of patience, considering they waited over a decade for this title, so as a result they have brought you hours upon hours of pointless content including (But not limited to) walking, standing, spamming space-bar, or listening to horrible voice actors spout ****

    The combat and the one liners (as rare as they may be) are perfect, essentially. Shoot bad guy, bad guy dies, you've got balls of steel. The regenerating health and 2-weapon limit are annoying -- but not enough to sour my day. What truly makes this game unbearable and horrible is how slow-paced it is. The game even includes a lot of very-fitting elevator music as you walk around, doing basically nothing. You'll often think "what am I doing? What's the point of this?" as you solve pointless puzzles that often involve pushing things, jumping on things, and finding things. It's BORING. Duke Nukem is a badass who solves his problems with guns and alcohol -- not logic.

    In the end, even if you cream your pants over Duke's 1-liners, the game is not even remotely playable. If they only removed all the "filler" content and narrow the gameplay down to the 2 essential elements that made Duke Nukem 3D a great game, Duke Nukem Forever could have stood a chance. Those three things are: Killing Aliens and Badass One-Liners.    … Expand
  22. Davver73
    Jun 17, 2011
    8
    I can understand the criticism but I've always been a Duke fan and this game has this nostalgic feeling to it so I love it. If this was some random game out of Russia and didn't have Duke in it, I'd probably say it sucks too. If you are not a fan of Duke or if you were born in the Call of Duty/Halo generation, you probably won't want to pay full price for it.
  23. murut87
    Jun 17, 2011
    6
    The game that made without nothing special,it just like remake version of Duke Nukem 3D.
    A disappointed game ever made,even PREY game did make it without sacrificed more than 12 years.
    The pop-up graphics are annoying for me,and the animation is poor.....but whatever,still gameplay is still good enough for someone who like Old-Skool games. The story is boring with full of sex and **** I    The game that made without nothing special,it just like remake version of Duke Nukem 3D.
    A disappointed game ever made,even PREY game did make it without sacrificed more than 12 years.
    The pop-up graphics are annoying for me,and the animation is poor.....but whatever,still gameplay is still good enough for someone who like Old-Skool games.
    The story is boring with full of sex and ****
    I don`t know why ppl are so excited to play this game....i don`t get it.    … Expand
  24. Scritty
    Jun 17, 2011
    4
    The shooting mechanic feels so dated. While this might be a "retro" design ideat o remind players of the original, it actually serves to remind me why we have moved the FPS genre on and why no other game these days uses such a dated and dull combat model.
    The final nail is the absurd level of scripting. Every game no matter how "sandbox" needs some level of "author intervention" - but    The shooting mechanic feels so dated. While this might be a "retro" design ideat o remind players of the original, it actually serves to remind me why we have moved the FPS genre on and why no other game these days uses such a dated and dull combat model.
    The final nail is the absurd level of scripting. Every game no matter how "sandbox" needs some level of "author intervention" - but 'Forever might as well be a ride on a push cart shooting at "stuff" as you pass.
    Graphically it's more 2006 than 2011, Gameplay 1998 .

    It's not terrible. I give it 4 which just on the "down" side of average. If I was a massive Duke fan I might have liked it it, I'm not, so after playing 8 hours I've uninstalled it put the box with my old games collection in the attic.

    See ya Nuke. Probably better I remembered you for the fun you gave me in the 90's rather than this below average remake.    … Expand
  25. popgun68
    Jun 16, 2011
    8
    What a bunch of crybabies. HELLO? Did anyone notice the disconnect between the"Critics" and the "Users" meta scores. Sorry, PAID critics....This one is going to break sales records. Do critics sometimes wonder if they are relevant? I bet this is one of those times. CRITICS HAVE NO POWER! HA-HA! There was a DKF witch hunt for some reason we will never know. The game isWhat a bunch of crybabies. HELLO? Did anyone notice the disconnect between the"Critics" and the "Users" meta scores. Sorry, PAID critics....This one is going to break sales records. Do critics sometimes wonder if they are relevant? I bet this is one of those times. CRITICS HAVE NO POWER! HA-HA! There was a DKF witch hunt for some reason we will never know. The game is Great....NOT amazing, but imaginative, funny and entertaining... I am TOTALLY satisfied with the game. Here's my secret thought on this game: It plays like Half Life Episode 2. Almost as if THIS is the mapping that was to be used for Half Life Episode 3. DUKE NUKEM IS BETA for a future HALF LIFE 3.… Expand
  26. TheCriticCritic
    Jun 16, 2011
    9
    Definitely not as bad as people have been saying it is. The game is supposed be more of a laid back, 90's/retro styled game, and it sure did deliver. Most critics have failed to realize some of the satire the Duke gives, but its great. Do buy.
  27. TheGreatGatsby
    Jun 16, 2011
    9
    Be weary of the false critics, for Duke Nukem: Forever is not as poor of a game as some people may have lead you to believe. Contrary to popular belief, this game was not designed to be an ultra-realistic and modern day shooter. Duke Nukem: Forever is a more retro, 90's styled game that differs from most of the junk being released in the gaming industry today. Its singleplayer is excitingBe weary of the false critics, for Duke Nukem: Forever is not as poor of a game as some people may have lead you to believe. Contrary to popular belief, this game was not designed to be an ultra-realistic and modern day shooter. Duke Nukem: Forever is a more retro, 90's styled game that differs from most of the junk being released in the gaming industry today. Its singleplayer is exciting and action packed, with plenty of babes on the side, topped with sometimes or mildly funny jokes, such as when Duke pokes fun at Halo. The multiplayer reminiscents in the classic feel of a 90's shooter, which is not a bad thing; its very fun, if anything. For one, Duke Nukem's voice actor, Jon St. John, is amazing. For two, the game is a blast that my family and friends have definitely enjoyed. From what I've seen, it has a pretty great community so far, and the people who have bought it definitely have enjoyed it. Please spread the awareness, Duke Nukem: Forever is not actually a bad game, it has just simply been released in a time where modern gamers cannot enjoy retro games.… Expand
  28. Midnight
    Jun 16, 2011
    8
    Pros: It's Duke, baby. Misogynistic, foul mouthed, and filled with the humor and over the top action in Duke Nukem 3D.

    Cons: Reloading, limited sprint, and regenerating health. Most people seem to have some very odd assumption going into this game that it's going to be the gaming equivalent to the Second Coming, where there will somehow have no flaws, and will dispense chocolate ice    Pros: It's Duke, baby. Misogynistic, foul mouthed, and filled with the humor and over the top action in Duke Nukem 3D.

    Cons: Reloading, limited sprint, and regenerating health.

    Most people seem to have some very odd assumption going into this game that it's going to be the gaming equivalent to the Second Coming, where there will somehow have no flaws, and will dispense chocolate ice cream on demand. When this doesn't happen, they immediately think it's the worst thing to ever grace the computer. Is it the best game? No. Is it the worst game? No!    … Expand
  29. tamtarna
    Jun 16, 2011
    1
    Man this game is BAD!
    Horrible textures, cringe worthy dialog and terrible level design.
    For a game in development for so long, one has to wonder just what they spent all that time on.
    It certainly wasn't time well invested.
    Not since the shocking Space Chimps Game has a title disgusted me so much!
  30. Hemiovoid
    Jun 16, 2011
    8
    This game would probably be a 6 or 7 ordinarily, but it gets extra points for its mere existence. It is all that it claims to be, i.e. Duke 3D without giant-cube-head-level graphics, but I couldn't help feeling while playing it that something was lacking. It's ridiculously interactive (particularly in the scatological and sexual areas, naturally) but feels overstuffed for it, and it feelsThis game would probably be a 6 or 7 ordinarily, but it gets extra points for its mere existence. It is all that it claims to be, i.e. Duke 3D without giant-cube-head-level graphics, but I couldn't help feeling while playing it that something was lacking. It's ridiculously interactive (particularly in the scatological and sexual areas, naturally) but feels overstuffed for it, and it feels like a way to distract from the functional but subpar gameplay. Overall, I'd say you should wait til it becomes rentable, and then, you know, do that.… Expand
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#14 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#29 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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54

Mixed or average reviews - based on 48 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 48
  3. Negative: 17 out of 48
  1. GamingXP
    Sep 12, 2011
    55
    Duke Nukem Forever would be quite decent if one felt entirely certain it's intended purely as a self-parody. As is, it doesn't do the expectations, the buyer or the Duke justice – oh, had he rather remained a vaporware legend!
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  2. PC Gamer UK
    Aug 6, 2011
    29
    Petty, nasty and anachronistic. Duke is only relevant as a warning from the past. Avoid these mistakes, developers. [Aug 2011, p.76]
  3. FiringSquad
    Aug 1, 2011
    72
    Bottom line: Duke Nukem Forever was not worth the 15-year wait, nor is it worth paying the full $50. However, I cannot deny that I thought it was both fun and funny, which at the end of the day is what this franchise is all about.
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