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Difference between revisions of "Duke Nukem 3D"

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{{ii}} The PlayStation version included an exclusive bonus episode, Plug 'n' Pray, which includes six new levels and a secret level. The secret level for this episode was actually recycled from the PC version. The Saturn port did also include one exclusive secret level, Urea 51, and a hidden mini game, Death Tank Zwei. It is unknown if there is a way to play this content on the PC version. More info [http://dukenukem.wikia.com/wiki/Plug_%27N%27_Pray here] and [http://dukenukem.wikia.com/wiki/Duke_Nukem_3D_(Sega_Saturn) here].
 
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{{DLC/row| Plutonium Pak | Included with Atomic Edition and all digital distribution versions. | DOS, Mac OS }}
 
{{DLC/row| Plutonium Pak | Included with Atomic Edition and all digital distribution versions. | DOS, Mac OS }}
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{{DLC/row| Duke Caribbean: Life's A Beach | Sold at retail; included with the [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition|Megaton Edition]] (see [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition#Run in EDuke32|Run in EDuke32]]). | DOS}}
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{{DLC/row| Duke Caribbean: Life's A Beach | Included with the [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition|Megaton Edition]]. | DOS}}
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{{DLC/row| Duke It Out In D.C. | Sold at retail; included with the [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition|Megaton Edition]] (see [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition#Run in EDuke32|Run in EDuke32]]). | DOS, Mac OS}}
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{{DLC/row| Duke It Out In D.C. | Included with the [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition|Megaton Edition]]. | DOS, Mac OS}}
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{{DLC/row| Duke: Nuclear Winter | Sold at retail; included with the [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition|Megaton Edition]] (see [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition#Run in EDuke32|Run in EDuke32]]). | DOS}}
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{{DLC/row| Duke: Nuclear Winter | Included with the [[Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition|Megaton Edition]]. | DOS}}
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{{DLC/row| Duke Extreme| | DOS}}
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{{DLC/row| Duke!ZONE II | Includes all Duke!ZONE content along with 3 new episodes. | DOS }}
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{{DLC/row| Duke!ZONE II (see note below) | Includes all Duke!ZONE content along with 3 new episodes. | DOS }}
 
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{{DLC/row| Duke It's Zero Hour | Unauthorized add-on. Eventually released as freeware; can downloaded [http://www.moddb.com/mods/duke-in-zero-hour/downloads/duke-in-zero-hour here]. | DOS}}
 
 
}}
 
}}
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{{ii}} Duke!ZONE I was just a Shovelware user map compilation; most maps could be downloaded free online.
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{{ii}} Duke!ZONE II was just a shovelware user map compilation; most maps could be downloaded free online.
 
{{ii}} Many more obscure, unauthorized expansions are available. See [http://dukenukem.wikia.com/wiki/Unofficial_expansion_packs here] for more info.
 
{{ii}} Many more obscure, unauthorized expansions are available. See [http://dukenukem.wikia.com/wiki/Unofficial_expansion_packs here] for more info.
  
 
==Essential improvements==
 
==Essential improvements==
 
===Patches===
 
===Patches===
−
All patches for the retail version can be found [http://legacy.3drealms.com/duke3d/index.html here] (including '''E'''nhanced '''Duke'''). An old semi-official patch for OS X (PowerPC only) can also be found [https://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/727/duke-nukem-3d here]. Digital distribution versions are already patched.
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All patches for the retail version can be found [http://legacy.3drealms.com/duke3d/index.html here]. An old semi-official patch for OS X (PowerPC only) can also be found [https://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/727/duke-nukem-3d here]. Digital distribution versions are already patched.
  
−
===EDuke32 source port===
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===[http://swisscm.duke4.net/mine.html bMouse]===
−
[http://www.eduke32.com EDuke32] is a modern source port and map editor for Windows, OS X and Linux. It features many improvements including higher resolutions, widescreen/multi-monitor support, and optional support for [[#High Resolution Pack|high resolution textures and models]].
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{{--}} bMouse will cause the vertical aiming to be inverted. To fix this, set the mouse Y scale to a negative number in Control Setup and Setup Advanced Control Options.
−
 
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bMouse is a DOS extension which improves mouse looking by removing an engine limitation which would force to use one mouse axis at a time to aim.
−
====High Resolution Pack====
 
−
The [http://hrp.duke4.net High Resolution Pack] for EDuke32 adds high resolution textures and 3D models (in place of the 2D sprites used by the original game).
 
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−
====YANG multiplayer====
 
−
[http://yang-online.com YANG] is an easy to use program for hosting multiplayer matches using [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]] or another source port.
 
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====[http://swisscm.duke4.net/mine.html bMouse]====
 
−
{{ii}} bMouse will cause the vertical aiming to be inverted. To fix this just go to the Setup Advanced Control Options from Control Setup, then at Advanced Mouse Setup change the Mouse Y Scale to negative number.
 
−
 
 
−
bMouse is a DOS extension which improves mouse looking by removing the mouse filter which causes issues related to both axis not updating properly.
 
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−
===Mods===
 
−
{{ii}} [https://www.gog.com/forum/duke_nukem_series/duke_nukem_3d_mods Duke Nukem 3D mods] lists some of the most popular mods.
 
−
[http://www.moddb.com/mods/duke-nukem-forever Duke Nukem Forever 2013 Mod] for Eduke32 transports the basic ideas and areas from Forever (and its 2001 preview) into the original Duke Nukem 3D.
 
  
 
===Play without the CD===
 
===Play without the CD===
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# Save your changes and close the file.
 
# Save your changes and close the file.
 
}}
 
}}
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===Source ports===
 +
{{Source ports table|content=
 +
{{Source ports table/row| xDuke | url=http://vision.gel.ulaval.ca/~klein/duke3d/ | Straight port from the original DOS release that only adds a console and the ability to load music packs. | Windows }}
 +
{{Source ports table/row| hDuke | url=http://vision.gel.ulaval.ca/~klein/duke3d/ | Based off xDuke. Focused on multiplayer, it features extra parameters such as frag limit and an anti-cheat system. | Windows }}
 +
{{Source ports table/row| nDuke | url=http://nduke.dukenukem.com.br/ | Base off xDuke. Similar to hDuke, it also features a team deathmatch mode. | Windows }}
 +
{{Source ports table/row| Icculus Duke3D | url=http://icculus.org/duke3d/ | Straight port from the original DOS release for all platforms. | Windows, OS X, Linux }}
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{{Source ports table/row| EDuke32 | url=http://eduke32.com/ | Adds many modern features to Build engine such as high and widescreen resolution, dynamic lighting and shadows and expands the modding capabilities.<br />It doesn't properly support multiplayer yet. | Windows, OS X, Linux }}
 +
{{Source ports table/row| EDuke32-OldMP | url=https://forums.duke4.net/topic/6523-eduke32-oldmp/ | A multiplayer branch of an old EDuke32 build. | Windows }}
 +
}}
 +
 +
===Multiplayer frontends===
 +
{{ii}} Both frontends support both the DOS release and all source ports.
 +
* [http://yang-online.com YANG] - Also supports other Build game such as Blood and Shadow Warrior, as well as any DOS games run through DOSBox.
 +
* [http://dukematches.net/dm Duke Matcher]
  
 
==Game data==
 
==Game data==
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|4k ultra hd wsgf award    = incomplete
 
|4k ultra hd wsgf award    = incomplete
 
|widescreen resolution      = hackable
 
|widescreen resolution      = hackable
−
|widescreen resolution notes= Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]].
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|widescreen resolution notes= See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
−
|multimonitor              = hackable
+
|multimonitor              = unknown
−
|multimonitor notes        = Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]].
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|multimonitor notes        =  
 
|ultrawidescreen            = hackable
 
|ultrawidescreen            = hackable
−
|ultrawidescreen notes      = Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]].
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|ultrawidescreen notes      = See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
 
|4k ultra hd                = unknown
 
|4k ultra hd                = unknown
 
|4k ultra hd notes          =  
 
|4k ultra hd notes          =  
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|fov notes                  = See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]].
 
|fov notes                  = See [[#Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]].
 
|windowed                  = true
 
|windowed                  = true
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|windowed notes            = Toggle with {{key|Alt|Enter}} (when using [[DOSBox]] or [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]]).
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|windowed notes            =  
−
|borderless windowed        = hackable
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|borderless windowed        = false
−
|borderless windowed notes  = Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]] and run it your desktop's native resolution in windowed mode.
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|borderless windowed notes  =  
 
|anisotropic                = hackable
 
|anisotropic                = hackable
−
|anisotropic notes          = Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]].
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|anisotropic notes          = Supported by EDuke32. See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
 
|antialiasing              = hackable
 
|antialiasing              = hackable
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|antialiasing notes        = Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]] and force using the [[NVIDIA Control Panel#Modifying Advanced 3D Settings|Nvidia Control Panel]]/[[AMD VISION Engine Control Center]].
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|antialiasing notes        = Use EDuke32 and force using the [[NVIDIA Control Panel#Modifying Advanced 3D Settings|Nvidia Control Panel]]/[[AMD VISION Engine Control Center]]. See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
 
|vsync                      = hackable
 
|vsync                      = hackable
−
|vsync notes                = Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]].
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|vsync notes                = Supported by EDuke32. See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
 
|60 fps                    = true
 
|60 fps                    = true
 
|60 fps notes              =  
 
|60 fps notes              =  
 
|120 fps                    = hackable
 
|120 fps                    = hackable
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|120 fps notes              = Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]] to remove the frame rate cap.
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|120 fps notes              = Use EDuke32 to remove the frame rate cap. See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
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|hdr                        = unknown
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|hdr                        = false
 
|hdr notes                  =  
 
|hdr notes                  =  
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|color blind                = unknown
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|color blind                = false
 
|color blind notes          =  
 
|color blind notes          =  
 
}}
 
}}
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===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Field of view (FOV)|Field of view (FOV)]]===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Set EDuke32 FOV|ref=<ref>[http://forums.duke4.net/topic/3406-way-to-modify-fov/page__p__72205#entry72205 Way to modify FOV? - Duke4.net Forums]</ref><ref>[http://forums.duke4.net/topic/1947-field-of-view-110-degrees-eduke32/page__p__35324#entry35324 Field of View 110 degrees, eduke32. - Duke4.net Forums]</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Set EDuke32 FOV|ref=<ref>[http://forums.duke4.net/topic/3406-way-to-modify-fov/page__p__72205#entry72205 Way to modify FOV? - Duke4.net Forums]</ref><ref>[http://forums.duke4.net/topic/1947-field-of-view-110-degrees-eduke32/page__p__35324#entry35324 Field of View 110 degrees, eduke32. - Duke4.net Forums]</ref>|fix=
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# Extract [http://www.eduke32.com EDuke32] into the installation folder.
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Open the console ({{key|~}}) and enter <code>r_pr_fov #</code> with the angle to use.
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# Run it and enable Polymer in the launcher.
 
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# Open the console ({{key|~}}) and enter <code>r_pr_fov #</code> with the angle to use.
 
  
 
'''Notes'''
 
'''Notes'''
 +
{{ii}} FOV can only be modified in Polymer render mode.
 
{{ii}} FOV is calculated in Build angles, not degrees; <code>512</code> is about 90°, <code>625</code> is about 110°, etc. The default is <code>426</code>.
 
{{ii}} FOV is calculated in Build angles, not degrees; <code>512</code> is about 90°, <code>625</code> is about 110°, etc. The default is <code>426</code>.
 
}}
 
}}
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|mouse sensitivity        = true
 
|mouse sensitivity        = true
 
|mouse sensitivity notes  =  
 
|mouse sensitivity notes  =  
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|mouse menu                = true
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|mouse menu                = hackable
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|mouse menu notes          =  
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|mouse menu notes          = Supported by EDuke32. See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
 
|invert mouse y-axis      = true
 
|invert mouse y-axis      = true
 
|invert mouse y-axis notes =  
 
|invert mouse y-axis notes =  
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|touchscreen              = unknown
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|touchscreen              = false
 
|touchscreen notes        =  
 
|touchscreen notes        =  
 
|controller support        = true
 
|controller support        = true
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|controller remap          = true
 
|controller remap          = true
 
|controller remap notes    =  
 
|controller remap notes    =  
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|controller sensitivity    = unknown
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|controller sensitivity    = true
 
|controller sensitivity notes=  
 
|controller sensitivity notes=  
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|invert controller y-axis  = hackable
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|invert controller y-axis  = true
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|invert controller y-axis notes= Use [[#EDuke32 source port|EDuke32]].
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|invert controller y-axis notes=  
 
|xinput controllers        = true
 
|xinput controllers        = true
 
|xinput controllers notes  = Use [https://github.com/aybe/eduke32 EDuke32 XInput fork] for better support.<ref>[https://forums.duke4.net/topic/8631-release-eduke32-with-proper-xinput-support-and-a-few-bugfixes/ &#91;RELEASE&#93; EDuke32 with proper XInput support and a few bugfixes - Duke4.net Forums]</ref>
 
|xinput controllers notes  = Use [https://github.com/aybe/eduke32 EDuke32 XInput fork] for better support.<ref>[https://forums.duke4.net/topic/8631-release-eduke32-with-proper-xinput-support-and-a-few-bugfixes/ &#91;RELEASE&#93; EDuke32 with proper XInput support and a few bugfixes - Duke4.net Forums]</ref>
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|xbox prompts              = unknown
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|xbox prompts              = false
 
|xbox prompts notes        =  
 
|xbox prompts notes        =  
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|impulse triggers          = unknown
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|impulse triggers          = false
 
|impulse triggers notes    =  
 
|impulse triggers notes    =  
 
|dualshock 4              = unknown
 
|dualshock 4              = unknown
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|controller hotplug        = unknown
 
|controller hotplug        = unknown
 
|controller hotplug notes  =  
 
|controller hotplug notes  =  
−
|haptic feedback          = unknown
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|haptic feedback          = false
 
|haptic feedback notes    =  
 
|haptic feedback notes    =  
 
|simultaneous input        = unknown
 
|simultaneous input        = unknown
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{{Audio settings
 
{{Audio settings
 
|separate volume          = true
 
|separate volume          = true
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|separate volume notes    = Sound and Music.
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|separate volume notes    = Sound effects, Music
 
|surround sound          = false
 
|surround sound          = false
 
|surround sound notes    =  
 
|surround sound notes    =  
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|lan play players    = 8
 
|lan play players    = 8
 
|lan play modes      = Versus, Co-op
 
|lan play modes      = Versus, Co-op
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|lan play notes      = Use [http://yang-online.com YANG] for co-op.
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|lan play notes      = See [[#Multiplayer frontends|Multiplayer frontends]] for extended features.
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|online play          = hackable
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|online play          = true
 
|online play players  = 8
 
|online play players  = 8
 
|online play modes    = Versus, Co-op
 
|online play modes    = Versus, Co-op
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|online play notes    = Use [http://yang-online.com YANG].
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|online play notes    = See [[#Multiplayer frontends|Multiplayer frontends]] for extended features.
 
|asynchronous        =  
 
|asynchronous        =  
 
|asynchronous notes  =  
 
|asynchronous notes  =  
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|p2p notes          =  
 
|p2p notes          =  
 
|dedicated          = hackable
 
|dedicated          = hackable
−
|dedicated notes    = Use [http://yang-online.com YANG].
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|dedicated notes    = Provided by EDuke32-OldMP. See [[#Source ports|Source ports]] and [[#Multiplayer frontends|Multiplayer frontends]].
 
|self-hosting      = hackable
 
|self-hosting      = hackable
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|self-hosting notes = Use [http://yang-online.com YANG].
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|self-hosting notes = See [[#Multiplayer frontends|Multiplayer frontends]].
 
|direct ip          = hackable
 
|direct ip          = hackable
−
|direct ip notes    = Use [http://yang-online.com YANG].
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|direct ip notes    = See [[#Multiplayer frontends|Multiplayer frontends]].
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}}{{Network/Ports
 
−
|tcp  = 8501
 
−
|udp  = 23513
 
−
|upnp = false
 
−
|upnp ref = <ref>[https://forums.duke4.net/topic/2711-help-setting-up-duke-nukem-3d-through-yang/page__p__54161#entry54161 Help setting up Duke Nukem 3D through YANG - Duke4.net Forums]</ref>
 
 
}}
 
}}
−
{{ii}} TCP port <code>8501</code> is only needed if hosting a room.<ref>[http://yang-online.com/portforwarding.htm YANG - Port Forwarding Guide]</ref>
 
  
 
===[[Glossary:Local play|Local play]]===
 
===[[Glossary:Local play|Local play]]===
 
{{Fixbox|description=Splitscreen mod|ref=<ref>[https://forums.duke4.net/topic/1178-splitscreen-mod/page__hl__splitscreen Splitscreen mod - Duke4.net Forums]</ref>|fix=
 
{{Fixbox|description=Splitscreen mod|ref=<ref>[https://forums.duke4.net/topic/1178-splitscreen-mod/page__hl__splitscreen Splitscreen mod - Duke4.net Forums]</ref>|fix=
−
# Download the attached file from [https://forums.duke4.net/topic/1178-splitscreen-mod/page__view__findpost__p__134218 this post].
+
# Download [https://forums.duke4.net/topic/1178-splitscreen-mod/page__view__findpost__p__134218 this script file].
−
# Download the eduke32 build in [https://forums.duke4.net/topic/1178-splitscreen-mod/page__view__findpost__p__219541 this post]. And follow those instructions.
+
# Download the EDuke32 build in [https://forums.duke4.net/topic/1178-splitscreen-mod/page__view__findpost__p__219541 this post] and follow the instructions.
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# Execute eduke32 normally and set '''Input Devices''' to '''Keyboard Only''', then exit. This will avoid mouse look to screw up Player 2 forward movement (And the mouse will still work for Player 1).
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# Execute EDuke32 and set '''Input Devices''' to '''Keyboard Only''', then exit. This will avoid mouse look to impede player 2 forward movement while keeping player 1 mouse look functional.
−
# Finally, execute eduke32 with the splitscreen parameters and in Control Settings remap Player 2 keys.
+
# Execute EDuke32 with the splitscreen parameters and remap player 2 keys in Control Settings.
 
}}
 
}}
  
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|shader model versions  =  
 
|shader model versions  =  
 
|shader model notes    =  
 
|shader model notes    =  
−
|64-bit executable      = unknown
+
|64-bit executable      = hackable
−
|64-bit executable notes=  
+
|64-bit executable notes= See [[#Source ports|Source ports]].
 
}}
 
}}
  

Revision as of 18:49, 12 October 2018

Duke Nukem 3D
Duke Nukem 3D cover
Developers
3D Realms
Expansions Sunstorm Interactive
Mac OS (Classic) Lion Entertainment Inc.
Publishers
GT Interactive
Mac OS MacSoft
Engines
Build
Release dates
DOS January 29, 1996[1]
Mac OS (Classic) 1997
Windows February 26, 2009[2]
macOS (OS X) December 12, 2012[3]
Linux September 4, 2013[4]
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Duke Nukem 3D guide on StrategyWiki
Duke Nukem 3D on Wikipedia
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Warnings

The macOS (OS X) version of this game needs a fix to work on macOS Catalina (version 10.15) or later (see API for details).
Duke Nukem
Duke Nukem 1991
Duke Nukem II 1993
Duke Nukem 3D 1996
Duke Nukem: Manhattan Project 2002
Duke Nukem Forever 2011
Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition 2013
Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour 2016
Duke Nukem Forever (2001) 2022
Duke Nukem Forever: Restoration Project (unofficial) Early access

This page is for the original release. For the Megaton Edition, see Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition. For World Tour, see Duke Nukem 3D: 20th Anniversary World Tour.

Key points

Can run on virtually any computer
Duke Nukem 3D source code was released in 2003, making the game very mod-friendly.

General information

Official game site
Duke Nukem Wiki
GOG.com Community Discussions for game series
GOG.com Support Page
Steam Community Discussions
Duke Nukem Fan Community

Availability

Source DRM Notes Keys OS
Retail
DRM-free
 Regular or Atomic Edition. Atomic has a disc check (see Play without the CD).
DOS
Mac OS
A shareware episode is available.

Version differences

The Atomic Edition includes the Plutonium Pak expansion. All digital distribution versions include the expansion.
Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition includes both the DOS Atomic Edition as well as an updated version that includes Duke Caribbean: Life's A Beach, Duke It Out In D.C., and Duke: Nuclear Winter.
The version sold digitally by 3D Realms (as part of the Anthology Pack) included the Atomic Edition as well as Duke Caribbean: Life's A Beach, Duke It Out In D.C., Duke: Nuclear Winter, and Duke!ZONE II. This version is no longer sold.

DLC and expansion packs

Name Notes
Plutonium Pak Included with Atomic Edition and all digital distribution versions.
DOS
Mac OS
Duke Caribbean: Life's A Beach Included with the Megaton Edition.
DOS
Duke It Out In D.C. Included with the Megaton Edition.
DOS
Mac OS
Duke: Nuclear Winter Included with the Megaton Edition.
DOS
Duke!ZONE II Includes all Duke!ZONE content along with 3 new episodes.
DOS
Duke!ZONE II was just a shovelware user map compilation; most maps could be downloaded free online.
Many more obscure, unauthorized expansions are available. See here for more info.

Essential improvements

Patches

All patches for the retail version can be found here. An old semi-official patch for OS X (PowerPC only) can also be found here. Digital distribution versions are already patched.

bMouse

bMouse will cause the vertical aiming to be inverted. To fix this, set the mouse Y scale to a negative number in Control Setup and Setup Advanced Control Options.

bMouse is a DOS extension which improves mouse looking by removing an engine limitation which would force to use one mouse axis at a time to aim.

Play without the CD

The Atomic Edition checks for files on the CD.[5]
Make necessary changes[6]
  1. Copy the CD contents to the installation folder.
  2. Edit <path-to-game>\CDROM.INI
  3. Clear the contents of CDROM.INI
  4. Save your changes and close the file.

Source ports

Name Description
xDuke Straight port from the original DOS release that only adds a console and the ability to load music packs.
Windows
hDuke Based off xDuke. Focused on multiplayer, it features extra parameters such as frag limit and an anti-cheat system.
Windows
nDuke Base off xDuke. Similar to hDuke, it also features a team deathmatch mode.
Windows
Icculus Duke3D Straight port from the original DOS release for all platforms.
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Linux
EDuke32 Adds many modern features to Build engine such as high and widescreen resolution, dynamic lighting and shadows and expands the modding capabilities.
It doesn't properly support multiplayer yet.
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Linux
EDuke32-OldMP A multiplayer branch of an old EDuke32 build.
Windows

Multiplayer frontends

Both frontends support both the DOS release and all source ports.
  • YANG - Also supports other Build game such as Blood and Shadow Warrior, as well as any DOS games run through DOSBox.
  • Duke Matcher

Game data

Configuration file(s) location

System Location
DOS <path-to-game>\DUKE3D.CFG
Windows <path-to-game>\DUKE3D.CFG[Note 1]
Mac OS (Classic)
macOS (OS X)
Linux
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/359850/pfx/[Note 2]
It's unknown whether this game follows the XDG Base Directory Specification on Linux. Please fill in this information.

Save game data location

System Location
DOS <path-to-game>\GAME*.SAV
Windows <path-to-game>\GAME*.SAV[Note 1]
Mac OS (Classic)
macOS (OS X)
Linux
Steam Play (Linux) <SteamLibrary-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/359850/pfx/[Note 2]

Save game cloud syncing

System Native Notes
Steam Cloud

Video settings

In-game options menu.
In-game options menu.
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Graphics settings (GOG.com version)

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Field of view (FOV)

Set EDuke32 FOV[7][8]

Open the console (~) and enter r_pr_fov # with the angle to use.

Notes

FOV can only be modified in Polymer render mode.
FOV is calculated in Build angles, not degrees; 512 is about 90°, 625 is about 110°, etc. The default is 426.

Input settings

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Audio settings

In-game audio settings.
In-game audio settings.

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Localizations

Language UI Audio Sub Notes
English
Polish
Available only in local retail stores.

Network

Multiplayer types

Type Native Players Notes
Local play
2 Versus, Co-op
See Local play.
LAN play
8 Versus, Co-op
See Multiplayer frontends for extended features.
Online play
8 Versus, Co-op
See Multiplayer frontends for extended features.

Connection types

Type Native Notes
Matchmaking
Peer-to-peer
Dedicated
Provided by EDuke32-OldMP. See Source ports and Multiplayer frontends.
Self-hosting
See Multiplayer frontends.
Direct IP
See Multiplayer frontends.

Local play

Splitscreen mod[9]
  1. Download this script file.
  2. Download the EDuke32 build in this post and follow the instructions.
  3. Execute EDuke32 and set Input Devices to Keyboard Only, then exit. This will avoid mouse look to impede player 2 forward movement while keeping player 1 mouse look functional.
  4. Execute EDuke32 with the splitscreen parameters and remap player 2 keys in Control Settings.

VR support

3D modes State Notes
Native 3D
Red/blue anaglyph support was never finished. Broken in v1.5.[10]
Headsets
SteamVR
Use DukeVR with the Revive Compatibility Layer
Oculus VR (LibOVR)
Use DukeVR.
Windows Mixed Reality
This game might be playable with the Revive Compatibility Layer, or Windows Mixed Reality for SteamVR.
OSVR
Devices
Tracked motion controllers
Traditional controller
Keyboard/Mouse
Play area
Seated
Standing
Room-scale

Other information

API

Technical specs Supported Notes
DOS video modes VGA
ExecutablePPC16-bit 32-bit 64-bit Notes
Windows
macOS (OS X)
Linux
Mac OS (Classic)

System requirements

DOS
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) 5.0
Processor (CPU) Intel 486DX2 66 MHz Intel Pentium 75 MHz
System memory (RAM) 8 MB 16 MB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 48 MB 100 MB
Video card (GPU) VGA PCI local bus
Windows
Minimum Recommended
Operating system (OS) XP, Vista
Processor (CPU) 1.8 GHz
System memory (RAM) 512 MB 1 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 2 GB
Video card (GPU) DirectX 7 compatible DirectX 9 compatible
macOS (OS X)
Minimum
Operating system (OS) 10.6.8
Processor (CPU) Intel Core Duo 2 GHz
System memory (RAM) 1 GB
Hard disk drive (HDD) 400 MB
Video card (GPU) 64 MB of VRAM

Notes

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below %PROGRAMFILES%, %PROGRAMDATA%, or %WINDIR% might be redirected to %LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore on Windows Vista and later (more details).
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Notes regarding Steam Play (Linux) data:

References