After 14 years in development, it’s finally here, and it's… a disappointingly by-the-numbers comeback for one of gaming's most iconic heroes.
Available on:
PC,
Xbox 360
,
PS3
Genre: Shooter Expected release date: TBA 2011 Release date: June 14, 2011 Published by: 2K Games Developed by: Gearbox 3D Realms
Hands-on impressions for the game we've wanted since 1997
Feb 09, 2011
It’s been nearly fourteen years since news of a proper sequel to Duke Nukem 3D was first announced way back in 1997. Since then, the game’s made its way to development hell and back again. But with a solid release date set for May 3rd, 2011, Duke Nukem Forever is finally about to become a reality now that the torch has been passed on to developer Gearbox Software.
Interest in the long awaited return of gaming’s manliest hero is almost palpable. But will Duke Nukem Forever mark the triumphant return of oldschool shooters with attitude or will it just feel old? Will Duke charm the pants off you like he did back in the day, or will the game’s low-brow humor fall flat with the facepalm-ery of a crude Postal punch line? If you’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. After playing through the first two hours of Duke Nukem Forever, we’ve chronicled highlights of the best and worst from our experiences here for your reading pleasure…
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Cows come home, pigs fly and hell freezes over all in one day
Sep 04, 2010
The impossible has happened. Twelve years of delays are at an end. Come inside for an expletive-filled account of the biggest surprise PAX 2010 has to offer.
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ESRB Rating
Duke Nukem Forever is rated: Mature
Blood and Gore,
Intense Violence,
Mature Humor,
Nudity,
Strong Language,
Strong Sexual Content,
Use of Drugs,
Use of Alcohol