We already published the list of best N64 games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best N64 shooter games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the N64 definitely has a great library of shooter games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the N64 and shooter games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Body Harvest
- Release Data: DMA Design/Gremlin Interactive, 1998
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Third-Person » Arcade
Body Harvest is a much needed breath of fresh air in a stale genre.
There is so much originality here, that it’s really a shame that the graphics aren’t quite on par.
Too bad there isn’t a multiplayer mode, either. With all the vehicles, it would have added much more replay value.
#9. Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion
- Release Data: Acclaim Studios Austin/Acclaim, 2000
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
With 25 hidden game features waiting to be unlocked, it’s easy to see why Turok 3 will stay plugged into your Nintendo 64 for some time.
Shadow of Oblivion is successful because it concentrates upon what made the Turok franchise a best-seller instead of attempting to one-up the competition, making it in many ways a great shooter.
#8. Jet Force Gemini
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./Nintendo, 1999
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Third-Person » Arcade
Jet Force Gemini is a really enjoyable game but has its fair share of flaws that tend to hinder the experience.
That being said, it’s certainly an incredibly fun title, at its best, that will definitely raise a few smiles; if you’re just looking to blast through a few levels then there is a ton of fun to be had.
#7. 007: The World is Not Enough
- Release Data: Eurocom/Electronic Arts, 2000
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
More stealth elements and less reckless gunplay would have helped give it the elegant feel that’s appropriate for the franchise, but thanks to the cool gadgetry, it still maintains that James Bond vibe.
Bond fans will enjoy this game immensely, and for serious FPS fans, it serves as a nice diversion.
#6. Quake II
- Release Data: Raster/Activision, 1999
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
It may not be as memorable or as deep in terms of gameplay as its Rare competition on the system, but Quake II is nevertheless entertaining, and especially worth experiencing if you miss the glory days of the arena multiplayer shooter.
#5. Turok: Dinosaur Hunter
- Release Data: Iguana Entertainment/Acclaim, 1997
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
It isn’t the prettiest or most playable title on the N64, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t marvel at everything it managed to achieve.
The game world is large and full of life, both the weapons and enemies are vicious, and while it may not be to everyone’s liking, it offers an insanely tough challenge.
#4. Turok 2: Seeds of Evil
- Release Data: Iguana Entertainment/Acclaim, 1998
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
It’s a visually stunning experience, where the high-quality graphics and an astonishing amount of detail constantly surprise you.
The unusual setting and multiplayer mode may not be to everyone’s tastes, and it’s rather choppy in terms of performance, but nevertheless Turok 2: Seeds of Evil is quite possibly the best third-party effort ever released for Nintendo 64.
#3. Star Fox 64
- Release Data: Nintendo, 1997
- Genre: Action » Shooter » Rail
There’s a lot of enjoyable battling as you weave about the screen, taking out enemies and avoid colliding with obstacles in Star Fox 64.
But the main reason to return to this cinematic on-rails shooter is that it’s still a total delight.
#2. Perfect Dark
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./Nintendo, 2000
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
Perfect Dark was once amazing and as it turns out is still amazing, even though the genre has changed quite a bit since it was originally released in 2000.
However, Perfect Dark proves to still have what it takes to be a really fun shooter for solo gamers and especially great with friends.
#1. GoldenEye 007
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./Nintendo, 1997
- Genre: Action » Shooter » First-Person » Arcade
The game is brilliant in both the single-player mode, opening up new weapons each time a difficulty level is cleared, and in multiplayer mode, making it the best multiplayer game on the system.
In fact, we can say with a clear conscience that GoldenEye 007 is the best single-player first-person game on the N64.
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