Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 67 Ratings

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  • Summary: Gaming's king of action returns in an all new adventure, this time in New York City. Duke battles his way across towering skyscraper rooftops and through gritty subway stations on the hunt for power-hungry villain, Mech Morphix. Mutants of every kind are thrown at Duke as he chases downGaming's king of action returns in an all new adventure, this time in New York City. Duke battles his way across towering skyscraper rooftops and through gritty subway stations on the hunt for power-hungry villain, Mech Morphix. Mutants of every kind are thrown at Duke as he chases down Morphix through eight huge environments and avoids the green slime called GLOPP that is causing all the chaos. But radioactive slime isn't Duke's only problem--there over 25 uniquely dangerous mutated enemies hell-bent on making a meal of him. Whether it's Uzi-sporting alligators or ten-foot tall roach beasts--Duke's in town to blast bad guys and save babes. Sure, pipe bombs, a machine gun, a rocket launcher and a pulse cannon are gonna make a goo-filled mess in the Big Apple, but what's a hero to do? [ARUSH]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Computer Games Magazine
    90
    It's nice to see Duke again, and even nicer to have a great modern platform game. [Sept 2002, p.84]
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    An entertaining (yet short-lived) experience... a fun throwback to platform games. [21 June 2002, p.87]
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  3. GameZone
    81
    Every visual facet about the game is brimming with life, textures are crisp and colorful, shadows reflect accurately, weapons look very cool, and of course Duke himself has never looked better.
  4. Computer Gaming World
    80
    A surprisingly solid game. The richly detailed, unique level design will surprise you if you have preconceived notions of side-scrollers. [Sept 2002, p.90]
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  5. Media and Games Online Network
    79
    With a level editor included in addition to a long, challenging single player story line this game is definitely one to check out.
  6. PC Gamer
    75
    A slap of pain tand an extra dimension can't hide the threadbare plot and archaic gameplay mechanics lurking beneath the surface. [July 2002, p.68]
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  7. Thunderbolt
    60
    Sadly, the ego is about the only somewhat original idea present in Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project. The stages reek of incredibly generic design. Is there an icy stage? Check! A level in a sewer? Plenty of them! A level in space, an abandoned factory and some underground lairs? Check, check and check.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. XDavidX
    Nov 23, 2015
    10
    The game is just amazing. I love play this game. For me this game is amazing ! Nothing more to comment because this game is amazing ! I rateThe game is just amazing. I love play this game. For me this game is amazing ! Nothing more to comment because this game is amazing ! I rate this 10/10… Expand
  2. jr2446
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    Sidescroller fun. A throwback to the original Duke Nukem games Manhattan Project is stupidly fun. I hope another title like this is made. 10!Sidescroller fun. A throwback to the original Duke Nukem games Manhattan Project is stupidly fun. I hope another title like this is made. 10! Thanks 3D Realms, you rock!… Expand
  4. LolaL.
    Jul 10, 2007
    9
    This game is awesome! i love how its so interesting and exciting. However there has been games that were much beter. Especialy the Secret of This game is awesome! i love how its so interesting and exciting. However there has been games that were much beter. Especialy the Secret of the old clock and the mask one. tHey had more interesting puzzles and story line.… Expand
  5. Shadow1
    Sep 10, 2016
    8
    This game is exclusive for PC (not to mention Arcade version for Xbox 360, which the release in 2010 and Ios version). Duke Nukem ManhattanThis game is exclusive for PC (not to mention Arcade version for Xbox 360, which the release in 2010 and Ios version). Duke Nukem Manhattan Project is really good game, much better than Duke Nukem Forever, 3D Games with awesome graphics isnt for Duke Nukem Series. Graphics in Duke Nukem Manhattan Project is average for 2002, storyline is amazing, even better than in Duke Nukem 3D, gameplay is very funny, as in first Duke. Manhattan Project is latest game in Duke Nukem Series in my opinion, because Duke Nukem Forever not deserve Duke Nukem Series.… Expand
  6. Amorph0us
    Jan 8, 2022
    8
    Not much to say, I adore this game. Got some ballz after getting along with Duke lol...
  7. Jinx
    Jun 10, 2011
    7
    If you enjoy the resurgence of 2D playformers, this game is worth a look. In fact, it's one of the first "2.5"D games released on PC, beforeIf you enjoy the resurgence of 2D playformers, this game is worth a look. In fact, it's one of the first "2.5"D games released on PC, before this trend hit with Trine, the Bionic Commando remake, etc. While the graphics aren't amazing, DN:MP, unlike most other games in the 2.5 genre, actually *uses* the third dimension. Many levels have 2-3 levels of foreground/background and such, which adds a refreshing change to the run and gun gameplay. It's also dirt cheap and DRM-free on GoG's website. Having played the Duke Forever demo... I'd say this game is way better if you need a Duke fix.… Expand
  8. ZiggyStardust
    Aug 13, 2002
    7
    It's basically the original duke games except with good graphics and sound. anyone who's a fan of those old games would likely beIt's basically the original duke games except with good graphics and sound. anyone who's a fan of those old games would likely be quite happy with this one. it's fairly classic gameplay. my favorite thing is how duke nukem talks smack every time he does something. it's quite varied and pretty funny. … Expand

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Awards & Rankings

58
#58 Best PC Game of 2002
53
#53 Most Discussed PC Game of 2002
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#35 Most Shared PC Game of 2002

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