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[02-04-02] Breakable Stuff
Duke Nukem 3D

[02-04-02] Breakable Stuff

Discover breakable objects in Duke Nukem 3D, from pots and pans to signs and trees. Learn what requires explosives.

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Discover breakable objects in Duke Nukem 3D, from pots and pans to signs and trees. Learn what requires explosives.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Destroy various objects like pots, plates, computer screens, trees, and signs with your weapons.
  2. 2
    Note that most destruction does not significantly alter the game's progression but enhances the experience.
  3. 3
    Pay special attention to metal trashcans, as destroying them can sometimes yield useful items.
  4. 4
    Be aware that objects have different durability levels.
  5. 5
    Items like clocks, plants, and computers typically break after a single hit from any weapon.
  6. 6
    More durable objects, such as the dolphin in the Shop-N-Go level or babes, require multiple hits to destroy.
  7. 7
    Certain items, including signs (like the Parking sign in Hollywood Holocaust), palm trees, and rubber garbage cans, can only be destroyed with explosive weapons.
  8. 8
    Experiment with destroying everything to see the full extent of environmental destruction available.
Tips
  • Blowing up metal trashcans is a good way to find potential items.
  • Try destroying everything you see to discover hidden interactions and appreciate the destruction mechanics.
  • Some objects, like signs and palm trees, specifically require explosives to be destroyed.

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