Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project is a fantastic blast from the past that translates surprisingly well to mobile. Unlike the first-person shooters the series is known for, this is a side-scrolling '2.5D' action platformer that captures the high-octane energy and crude humor of the Duke. The controls are tight, which is essential for a game that requires precise jumping and constant shooting. The levels are surprisingly large and offer plenty of verticality, encouraging you to explore every corner for secrets and captured babes to rescue.
Visually, the game looks great with its updated textures while maintaining that early 2000s aesthetic. The Manhattan setting provides a gritty, neon-lit backdrop that fits the tone perfectly. What really sells the experience is the voice acting; hearing Jon St. Johnβs iconic one-liners while blowing up mutant pigs never gets old. Itβs a challenging game that doesn't hold your hand, requiring legitimate strategy to manage your ammo and health. For fans of classic arcade action, this is a must-play port that respects its source material.
Available on: iPhone, iPad
Version 1.0.14Mon Sep 02 2024
Fixed game resolution for new iPhones and iPads
toucharcade.com - "Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project is still a kick-ass trip"
148apps.com - "After pulling off around half an hour of playtime, it comfortably becomes one of the most fast-paced enjoyable platforming games Iβve played in a while"
appgefahren.de - "Duke Nukem - Manhattan Project will certainly not disappoint fans of the series"
Total Mutant Mayhem on iOS!
Duke Nukem takes his Mighty Boot to the Big Apple. Using G.L.O.P.P. (Gluon Liquid Omega-Phased Plasma), the maniacal Mech Morphix has transformed the creatures of New York City into an army of bloodthirsty mutants. In Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project, Duke must deploy W.I.N. (Weapons, Insults and Name-Calling) to rid the city of goo-based bad guys, and return peace and tranquility to The City That Never Sleeps.
Originally released to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Duke Nukem in 2002, Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project blends together the best elements of Duke Nukem 3D and the best 2D sidescrolling of the first two games in the series, Duke Nukem and Duke Nukem II.
From babes, bombs and Battlelords, to goggles, guns and Gargoyles, revisit Duke's dynasty with these re-released classics. Return to a time when the King Of Action didn't need regenerative health or auto-aim - a time when action games were actually about action, an era when heroes had the strength to carry as many guns as they wanted and use as many cheats as they needed.
Celebrate Duke Nukem's 20th anniversary in sunshade-wearing, quick-quipping style with a title that - alongside the re-release of Duke's first two adventures - recognizes a series that's had a tremendous impact on an entire industry, and represents the best of Duke in a way that no other game could.
*** Key Features: ***
A Good Day To Duke: Rip 'em a new one with 9 brand new weapons, including the G.L.O.P.P. Ray, Pipe Bomb, Pulse Cannon and the almighty "press-to-kill-everything" X-3000.
New York, New York: 8 huge levels across various regions of New York City: Rooftop Rebellion, Chinatown Chiller, Metro Madness, Unholy Underworld, Fearsome Factory, Tanker Trouble and Deviant Drilling. And the last level is, let's say, a little out of town.
Evil Has A Snout: Blast, jump and smart-ass through more than 25 enemies, including Pig Cops, Gator Grunts, and Roachoids.
What Are You Waitin' For?: A potent blend of old school gameplay and smooth 3D visuals, Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project brings together the best of both Dukes for the ultimate Duke Nukem experience.
Let's rock!
Requires iOSΒ 17.5 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPodΒ touch.toucharcade.com - "Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project is still a kick-ass trip"
148apps.com - "After pulling off around half an hour of playtime, it comfortably becomes one of the most fast-paced enjoyable platforming games Iβve played in a while"
appgefahren.de - "Duke Nukem - Manhattan Project will certainly not disappoint fans of the series"
Total Mutant Mayhem on iOS!
Duke Nukem takes his Mighty Boot to the Big Apple. Using G.L.O.P.P. (Gluon Liquid Omega-Phased Plasma), the maniacal Mech Morphix has transformed the creatures of New York City into an army of bloodthirsty mutants. In Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project, Duke must deploy W.I.N. (Weapons, Insults and Name-Calling) to rid the city of goo-based bad guys, and return peace and tranquility to The City That Never Sleeps.
Originally released to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Duke Nukem in 2002, Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project blends together the best elements of Duke Nukem 3D and the best 2D sidescrolling of the first two games in the series, Duke Nukem and Duke Nukem II.
From babes, bombs and Battlelords, to goggles, guns and Gargoyles, revisit Duke's dynasty with these re-released classics. Return to a time when the King Of Action didn't need regenerative health or auto-aim - a time when action games were actually about action, an era when heroes had the strength to carry as many guns as they wanted and use as many cheats as they needed.
Celebrate Duke Nukem's 20th anniversary in sunshade-wearing, quick-quipping style with a title that - alongside the re-release of Duke's first two adventures - recognizes a series that's had a tremendous impact on an entire industry, and represents the best of Duke in a way that no other game could.
*** Key Features: ***
A Good Day To Duke: Rip 'em a new one with 9 brand new weapons, including the G.L.O.P.P. Ray, Pipe Bomb, Pulse Cannon and the almighty "press-to-kill-everything" X-3000.
New York, New York: 8 huge levels across various regions of New York City: Rooftop Rebellion, Chinatown Chiller, Metro Madness, Unholy Underworld, Fearsome Factory, Tanker Trouble and Deviant Drilling. And the last level is, let's say, a little out of town.
Evil Has A Snout: Blast, jump and smart-ass through more than 25 enemies, including Pig Cops, Gator Grunts, and Roachoids.
What Are You Waitin' For?: A potent blend of old school gameplay and smooth 3D visuals, Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project brings together the best of both Dukes for the ultimate Duke Nukem experience.
Let's rock!










Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project brings the legendary action hero to a side-scrolling perspective. Players fight through 8 massive zones and 24 levels, ranging from the rooftops of New York to the subways. Armed with weapons like the G.L.O.P.P. Ray and the Pipe Bomb, Duke must stop the evil Morphix and his army of mutants. It features the classic humor, iconic voice lines, and challenging platforming that fans expect from the franchise.
8 Iconic NYC Zones
Signature One-liners
2.5D Graphical Style
Dynamic Camera Angles
Don't waste your powerful G.L.O.P.P. Ray on basic enemies. Stick to the pistol for single mutants and save the heavy ordnance for the robotic bosses at the end of each zone.
Originally released to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Duke Nukem in 2002, Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project blends together the best elements of Duke Nukem 3D...
AppAdvice - Sat Dec 29 2018
Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project. Spawn Studios, Lda. $0.99. Duke Nukem 2. Interceptor Entertainment.
AppAdvice - Tue Dec 29 2015
Progression is often tied to finding colored keycards. If you're stuck, look for vent shafts or destructible walls that lead to hidden security rooms.
No, Manhattan Project is a side-scrolling action platformer, though it features plenty of shooting.