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Getting to Know Duke Nukem

This is the Game Boy Color version of Duke Nukem, a platformer released in 1999. It's a remake of the original Duke Nukem II, bringing the action hero back to his 2D roots. The game was published by GT Interactive and developed by Atomic Games, though details on the exact team are spotty. This US release includes English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian text options, making it accessible to a wider audience on Nintendo's handheld. You control Duke as he runs, jumps, and shoots through side-scrolling levels. The core loop involves navigating platform-filled stages, collecting keys to unlock doors, and blasting aliens with an array of weapons. Duke can pick up health packs, armor, and power-ups like the Devastator or the mighty boot. Each level ends with a boss fight, and you have to manage your ammo and health carefully. The game keeps the feel of the original PC title but adapts it to the GBC's smaller screen and simpler controls. For a 2D platformer on the Game Boy Color, this is a solid port that captures the attitude of the original. It's not as expansive as later Duke Nukem titles, but it's a fun run-and-gun experience that fits nicely into the GBC library. If you enjoy classic platform shooters like Mega Man or Contra, this will feel familiar. The multiple language options are a nice bonus, and the pixel art holds up well. It's worth a play for fans of the character or anyone looking for a competent handheld action game from the late 90s.

GAME INFO

Platform: Game Boy Color
Genre: Platformer
Publisher: Apogee Software
Developer: Apogee Software
Released: 1999
Players: 1
Region: USA
Based on: Duke Nukem II

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How to play Duke Nukem online

Start the game and choose a save slot or start a new game from the title screen. The first level, "It's About Time," drops you into a city street with aliens everywhere. Your goal is to reach the exit door at the end of each stage, but you'll often need to find a key to unlock it. Duke can jump onto platforms, slide down ladders, and shoot his pistol or pick up better weapons from crates or defeated enemies. Keep an eye on your health bar - it depletes when you get hit, and you can refill it with health packs scattered around.

The core loop is simple: explore left and right, shoot everything that moves, collect keys and power-ups, and survive until you find the level exit. Some areas have secrets - look for hidden doors or breakable walls. You have a limited number of lives, but you can earn extra lives by collecting 100 coins or finding 1-ups. If you lose all lives, it's game over and you restart the level. The game is fairly short with 10 levels, so it's manageable in a sitting.

CONTROLS

Controls

Arrow Keys: D-Pad / Movement
X: A button (jump / confirm)
S: B button (run / attack / cancel)
Enter: Start / Pause
V: Select

Duke Nukem FAQ

Who developed Duke Nukem?

The Game Boy Color version was developed by Atomic Games. Not much is publicly known about the specific team details, but they handled the conversion from the original PC game to the handheld platform.

In what year was Duke Nukem originally released?

The Game Boy Color version of Duke Nukem was released in 1999. The original Duke Nukem II came out in 1991 on PC, but this handheld remake arrived near the end of the GBC's lifecycle.

Roughly how long does it take to finish Duke Nukem?

A typical playthrough takes about 2 to 3 hours. The game has 10 levels, and the difficulty is moderate, so most players can finish it in an afternoon or two.

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