Ive been posting every time a DNF thread comes up but I have too. The game is fun, a good once through as a part of gaming history... The whole reality behind the design of the game is interesting in itself.
I read all the reviews just like everyone else. The most embarrassing display of "journalism" ive ever seen in my life. From IGNs reviews to Gamespots. Just complete and utter garbage reviewers. They are people who have no idea what DNF is and thus rated it like Modern Warfare 3. Its embarrassing and unfortunate that it soured the games appeal.
Not only is the SP worth playing once through , especially if youre a Duke fan. But the Mplayer is super fun. I play it almost every day still. DLC coming out soon as well. 20-30$ is well worth the chance.
And the truth is GBX will be making a real , modern Duke sequel in house in the coming years.