The Nintendo 64 may not have been known as a first-person shooter powerhouse like the PC, but it delivered some of the most influential and beloved FPS games ever made. With innovative controls, split-screen multiplayer, and genre-defining campaigns, the N64 helped bring FPS gaming to the living room.

This list ranks the 10 best Nintendo 64 FPS games of all time, counting down from #10 to #1 based on gameplay, innovation, legacy, and pure fun.

10. Hexen (1997)

A dark fantasy FPS that pushed the N64 hardware with large levels and a class-based system. Hexen stood out for its puzzle-heavy design and moody atmosphere, making it one of the system’s more ambitious shooters.

Why it stands out: Complex level design and RPG-inspired mechanics on a console FPS.

9. Turok: Rage Wars (1999)

Focused almost entirely on multiplayer mayhem, Rage Wars leaned into fast-paced arena combat instead of a traditional campaign. It became a party favorite thanks to its wild weapons and frantic matches.

Why it stands out: One of the N64’s most chaotic and competitive multiplayer shooters.

8. South Park (1998)

Equal parts bizarre and nostalgic, South Park delivered a surprisingly solid FPS underneath its crude humor. Snowballs, cows, and turkeys made this one of the strangest shooters on the system.

Why it stands out: A cult classic with a unique tone and memorable weapons.

7. Doom 64 (1997)

Not a simple port, Doom 64 was a completely new entry built exclusively for Nintendo’s console. Its darker visuals, eerie soundtrack, and redesigned levels gave Doom a more horror-focused identity.

Why it stands out: A unique Doom experience that leaned heavily into atmosphere and horror.

6. Turok: Dinosaur Hunter (1997)

The game that proved FPS titles could work on consoles. Massive levels, long draw distances for its time, and brutal dinosaur combat made Turok a landmark release.

Why it stands out: One of the earliest console FPS success stories.

5. Duke Nukem 64 (1997)

A reworked console-exclusive version of Duke Nukem 3D, Duke Nukem 64 added new levels, altered weapons, and split-screen multiplayer. Its humor, fast gunplay, and couch co-op made it a staple FPS experience on the system.

Why it stands out: Console-focused redesign with strong multiplayer and classic run-and-gun action.

4. Quake II (1999)

A technically impressive port that pushed the N64 to its limits. Quake II delivered fast, fluid gunplay and large environments, proving hardcore PC shooters could survive the jump to console.

Why it stands out: One of the smoothest and most faithful FPS ports on the system.

3. GoldenEye 007 (1997)

A revolutionary shooter that redefined console FPS gaming. Its campaign missions, stealth elements, objective-based design, and legendary split-screen multiplayer changed everything.

Why it stands out: The game that made console FPS games mainstream.

2. Turok 2: Seeds of Evil (1998)

Bigger, darker, and more brutal than its predecessor, Turok 2 featured massive levels, gruesome weapons, and an unforgettable atmosphere.

Why it stands out: A bold evolution of console FPS design with iconic weaponry.

1. Perfect Dark (2000)

Rare’s masterpiece and the ultimate evolution of the N64 FPS. With advanced AI, deep story missions, countless multiplayer options, and cutting-edge visuals, Perfect Dark stands as the console’s finest shooter.

Why it stands out: The most complete and ambitious FPS experience on Nintendo 64.

The Nintendo 64 delivered some of the most important FPS games in history, shaping how shooters would work on consoles for decades to come. From genre-defining classics like GoldenEye 007 to cult favorites like Doom 64, the N64’s FPS legacy remains legendary.

If you grew up with split-screen multiplayer and chunky controllers, these games weren’t just shooters—they were events.