Enter The Gungeon

Enter the Gungeon feels a lot like The Binding of Isaac, back before that was re-released 19 times and became so bloated and unbalanced that it wasn’t much fun anymore. It offers continual progress, it rewards mastery of its skill-based gameplay, and the drops you get on a run can so radically change the way you play that every run feels different. Marry that with a good sense of humour, a preponderance of puns and references, and some beautiful pixel art, and you have a game in which it’s very, very easy to lose a lot of time, and enjoy every damn minute of it.

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Enter The Gungeon is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing shooter game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Dodge Roll and was released on April 5, 2017. It received positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Enter the Gungeon" is a fast-paced bullet hell roguelike game. You play as a character entering a constantly changing gun-themed dungeon, fighting against various enemies and bosses with an arsenal of creative and powerful weapons. The goal is to find the ultimate weapon to defeat your past. With procedurally generated levels and a wide range of items, no two runs are the same.

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gameplay1.6k positive mentions

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Enter the Gungeon features fast-paced, challenging gameplay that combines bullet hell mechanics with roguelike elements, providing a rewarding experience for players who master its systems.
The game is praised for its charming pixel art style, engaging sound design, and lighthearted humor, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Players appreciate the absence of microtransactions, with all in-game currency earned through gameplay and free updates that significantly enhance the game without additional costs.

The steep learning curve and reliance on RNG can frustrate players, making it essential to adapt and learn enemy patterns to succeed.
Some players find the gameplay repetitive and grind-heavy, leading to frustration and a sense of wasted time, particularly when trying to unlock new content.
The game experiences mixed performance, with some users reporting significant stability issues, especially in multiplayer mode.

gameplay
3,541 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Enter the Gungeon" is characterized by its fast-paced, challenging mechanics that blend bullet hell elements with roguelike features, offering a rewarding experience for players who master its systems. The dodge roll mechanic is central to navigating the game's chaotic environments, while a vast array of weapons and items ensures that each run feels unique and engaging. However, the steep learning curve and reliance on RNG can frustrate some players, making it essential to adapt and learn enemy patterns to succeed. Overall, the game is praised for its addictive gameplay loop, charming aesthetics, and extensive replayability.
- “From its charming artistic style to its tight gameplay, clever memes, and constant pop-culture references—not to mention the free DLC—everything feels crafted with genuine love.”
- “The weapon variety, co-op mechanics, boss design, game balance, (almost) everything about this game feels just right.”
- “The gameplay is so slick I could probably play it forever.”
- “The dodge roll mechanic goes against everything any real bullet hell shoot 'em up teaches you and does ultimately more harm than good.”
- “I found the gameplay of this one boring despite usually loving twin-stick shooters.”
- “The reloading mechanics are a terrible idea for this kind of game, and after each run you feel like you’ve accomplished nothing.”
graphics
1,536 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of "Enter the Gungeon" are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, vibrant colors, and attention to detail, which enhance the game's chaotic yet playful atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the unique and humorous design of characters and enemies, as well as the effective use of visual cues that complement the fast-paced gameplay. While some players note that the visuals can become cluttered during intense moments, the overall aesthetic is considered a significant strength of the game, contributing to its appeal and replayability.
- “The pixel art style is colorful, crisp, and full of personality.”
- “Visually, Enter the Gungeon employs a charming pixel art style that is both colorful and detailed, perfectly capturing the game’s chaotic yet playful atmosphere.”
- “The art style is gorgeous, the humor is spot-on, and the subtle references hidden throughout the Gungeon are a joy to uncover.”
- “There's so much graphical mess and clutter it's hard to see the hidden room hints.”
- “The pixel graphics may be charming to some, but menu text is just obnoxiously hard to read and the art style just didn't do it for me.”
- “The game is too frustrating to be fun on its own, and unless you take it as a challenge, you will often feel cheaped out and bs-ed by minor things beyond your control, like rare events that seem to happen at the worst times, visuals that end up distracting you or leaving you confused, and rng screwing you over.”
music
1,390 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Enter the Gungeon" has received widespread acclaim for its energetic and catchy soundtrack, which effectively complements the game's fast-paced action and chaotic gameplay. Many players appreciate the variety of tracks that adapt to different gameplay scenarios, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion. However, some reviews note that the music can become repetitive over time, leading players to opt for their own playlists during extended play sessions. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The soundtrack is fast-paced, catchy, and fittingly chaotic, matching the game’s intense action.”
- “The music and goofy designs are what keep me coming back to vibe.”
- “The soundtrack is a certified banger, and one of the best I've ever heard in all the video games I've played.”
- “The weakest point for the game, however, would be the soundtrack, which personally was nothing much to write home about and sometimes left me muting it and opting for my own playlists.”
- “My only complaint is that the music feels incredibly bland and repetitive, failing to help make areas stick out.”
- “The music is overall pretty bad and I'm also not digging the whole thematic of the game either.”
replayability
1,240 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Enter the Gungeon" is widely praised for its exceptional replayability, attributed to its procedural generation, diverse weaponry, and numerous unlockable items and characters. Players appreciate the game's challenging nature, which encourages repeated attempts and mastery, while the variety in each run ensures that no two experiences are the same. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to remain engaging even after extensive playtime, making it a standout title in the roguelike genre.
- “The endless replayability makes this my favorite roguelike game of all time.”
- “Gungeon has tremendous replay value as you keep unlocking more and more options as you play and in roguelike fashion learning more each run about how to handle different rooms, enemies, and bosses.”
- “The sheer number of gun and item combinations give this game unparalleled replay value.”
- “The replayability of the game boils down to how lucky/soon you get strong/op weapons and is quite honestly a lot of bloat.”
- “The sheer fact that I didn't ever completely drop this game from frustration in that time should be a testament to how charming and replayable it is.”
- “While being a roguelike makes it replayable on itself, trying to learn the background story of the game by unlocking stuff gives it a kind of special replayability which not every similar game has.”
humor
1,211 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in "Enter the Gungeon" is a standout feature, characterized by its clever puns, absurd weapon designs, and numerous pop culture references that keep players entertained throughout their runs. Reviewers frequently highlight the game's quirky charm, with many finding the combination of intense gameplay and lighthearted humor to be a perfect match, making even frustrating moments enjoyable. Overall, the game's comedic elements enhance its replayability and contribute to a unique and engaging experience in the roguelike genre.
- “The art style is gorgeous, the humor is spot-on (the 'gundead' enemies are a particular highlight), and the subtle references hidden throughout the gungeon are a joy to uncover.”
- “Enter the gungeon is a brilliantly crafted roguelike bullet-hell dungeon crawler that masterfully blends frantic action, deep strategy, and a quirky sense of humor into an addictive and challenging experience.”
- “The humor, creativity, tight controls, and replayability make this a game that, if you're into bullet hell roguelikes, is a must-have.”
- “Though this isn't the first instance of it sacrificing game quality in place of making an unfunny joke.”
- “Unfunny puns everywhere.”
- “Too slow, too easy, and just not a funny game.”
story
754 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Enter the Gungeon" is generally described as light and minimal, serving primarily as a backdrop to the engaging gameplay. Players embark on a quest to find a legendary gun that can "kill the past," with each character having their own backstory that unfolds through gameplay and interactions with NPCs. While some reviewers appreciate the humor and charm of the narrative, others note that the focus remains heavily on gameplay rather than a deep, cohesive story, making it suitable for those who enjoy action over narrative depth.
- “The narrative, while light, provides context and motivation for the characters’ quest to find a legendary gun that can rewrite the past, weaving a subtle but compelling storyline throughout the action.”
- “The story is simple but clever: enter the gungeon to find a gun that can kill your past.”
- “The gameplay loop is both tight and rewarding: players choose from a diverse cast of characters, each with their own backstory and unique starting items, and delve into procedurally generated levels that ensure no two runs feel the same.”
- “Limited story: while the gameplay shines, the narrative is minimal, which might not appeal to players looking for a deep story.”
- “The story element is kept light and brief, popping up only once in a while amidst the action, but it nonetheless contains some intriguing parts for you to discover and speculate on.”
- “The story is also pretty simple and there is some lore to discover but most things just boil down to references or puns.”
grinding
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The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and unbalanced, often feeling like a chore rather than an engaging challenge. While some appreciate the chaotic combat and the satisfaction of unlocking new content, others criticize the slow progression and repetitive gameplay, leading to frustration and a sense of wasted time. Overall, the game is described as requiring a significant time investment for minimal rewards, making it less appealing for those who dislike grind-heavy experiences.
- “There is a lot of repetition, but it's not too grindy as long as you can keep making some progress.”
- “While there is no grinding when playing over and over, the best part about this game is that you might just get a little farther each time you play.”
- “Not too hard, not too easy, and most importantly, not too grindy (well, except the minecart one).”
- “It's just really annoying and tedious.”
- “This is a tool for siphoning out money from you disguised as a video game. If you know what you're doing, it becomes a waiting simulator as you trudge through insane amounts of grinding just to be able to properly play the game with the characters and guns you want. Only after you unlock them all will you realize there's literally no point in playing except for grinding for even more pointless stuff, and that you're wasting your time.”
- “The gameplay is just the right amount of challenge in a roguelike, you can sometimes get lucky and get good drops, but for the most part your progression through the game is just about gaining skill rather than grinding time.”
atmosphere
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere in "Enter the Gungeon" is widely praised for its charming pixel art, engaging sound design, and lighthearted humor, creating an immersive experience that balances chaos with playfulness. Players appreciate the distinct themes of each chamber, the catchy soundtrack, and the overall quirky charm that enhances the gameplay. While some find the repetitive nature of the environments a bit dull, the game's unique blend of pop culture references and vibrant aesthetics keeps it enjoyable and inviting.
- “Visually, Enter the Gungeon employs a charming pixel art style that is both colorful and detailed, perfectly capturing the game’s chaotic yet playful atmosphere.”
- “The music, atmosphere, and gameplay all come together in a great immersive experience.”
- “Enter the Gungeon has excellent atmosphere.”
- “Atmosphere-wise, Enter the Gungeon hasn't exactly grabbed me, but the art and character designs are cute enough.”
- “Not much to say, it's a gun-centered Binding of Isaac shooter with an atmosphere that's so dense you can't breathe in it.”
- “In comparison to Nuclear Throne, this game has inferior atmosphere, and most importantly, awful pacing because Nuclear Throne was made difficult with the full intention of making players feel like it shouldn't take them long to reclaim what was lost.”
stability
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag. While many players report smooth performance and minimal glitches, particularly in single-player mode, others experience frequent freezes and bugs, especially in multiplayer. The consensus suggests that while the game is generally enjoyable and runs well, some users face frustrating stability issues that can detract from the experience.
- “This game is similar to Hades, tight combat, hard but fair, and bug-free.”
- “Fun, smooth, and very bug-free.”
- “The game runs well on every computer I've had it on (5 now) with almost no glitches, and it's very easy to get into.”
- “My only complaint is that multiplayer is couch co-op only, and it can be very buggy at times.”
- “The game is amazing but it freezes on me sometimes...”
- “Buggy piece of crap, it used to be ok until they released an update which was meant to make it better but now it's full of bugs.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of the game elicits a wide range of feelings, from heartwarming moments and laughter to deep frustration and sadness due to its challenging gameplay and permadeath mechanics. Players often express a rollercoaster of emotions, experiencing joy and connection with the game's community, while also facing the heartbreak of repeated failures and loss. Overall, the game successfully balances its whimsical charm with moments of genuine emotional weight, making it a memorable experience for many.
- “This game will make you want to cry and throw your PC out of a five-story building... but it's totally worth it.”
- “The deaths in this game are so heartbreaking, like 'more than Dark Souls' heartbreaking, because no matter how much skill you have, you're destined to die (and in the worst and most unforgiving way possible, I might add).”
- “I just finished playing half an hour of ETG, after not playing video games in forever, and it was worth every second. I don't think I've ever been happier with a video game; I laughed so hard I cried, and had eight times where I was laughing and panic shaking.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while it runs smoothly on platforms like the Steam Deck and many PCs, some users report significant performance issues, particularly on lower-end devices and specific consoles like the Xbox One and Raspberry Pi. Many players appreciate the charming art style and gameplay, but frustrations arise from poor optimization for PC controls and inconsistent performance during intense gameplay. Despite these drawbacks, the game is generally considered lightweight and enjoyable, with a solid performance on capable hardware.
- “I have to say, it runs flawlessly on the Steam Deck — smooth performance, great controls, and it looks fantastic on the handheld screen.”
- “Performance-wise, you can run this on quite a lot of devices with no slowdown whatsoever; Gungeon is surprisingly, refreshingly lightweight for how deep a game it gets to be.”
- “Optimized, stable, and I don't think I've seen a single bug.”
- “For a pixel game, performance is bad.”
- “Completely unoptimized for PC, no mouse sensitivity controls, weird control scheme.”
- “Enter the Gungeon's excellent concept gets bogged down by serious performance issues.”
character development
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Character development in the game is highlighted by its charming and unique character designs, which contribute significantly to the overall atmosphere and humor. Players appreciate the creativity behind both the characters and the enemies, with many noting that the designs enhance the gameplay experience. However, some critiques mention a lack of depth in character progression, as the game relies more on random loot generation than on gradual character development.
- “This game has a lot of content, a really interesting plot, and fun character development.”
- “The character design in the game is just completely astounding, you got a charming pilot who's looking to save his wingman, and other characters like a convict who was looking to go back to her criminal life after being sentenced to the gungeon.”
- “Absolutely love the character design and the creativity that went into all the guns and items.”
- “After years of unfair character development by God, I killed a character's past and beat Enter the Gungeon.”
- “I get that the appeal of overwhelming item diversity and bullet hellishness, but the movements are slog-ish, the character design feels soulless, the guns lack a punch due to the sameness of bullets flying around, the need to separately click for reload with an empty gun indicator far from where the player's eyes are, slow runs that take forever (even when dying on one of the first three floors like me), all this didn't really work for me.”
- “Boring character design ripped off from Adventure Time.”
monetization
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The game's monetization model is praised for its absence of microtransactions, with players appreciating that all in-game currency is earned through gameplay rather than purchased. The developers have made a point to mock microtransactions and cash grabs, offering free updates that significantly enhance the game without additional costs. Overall, the approach is seen as a refreshing commitment to player loyalty over profit.
- “It's cheap, doesn't have microtransactions (the developers even make a joke about them), it is highly replayable and it includes stuff like secret levels and bosses.”
- “Kudos to the developer and the publisher for not succumbing to the pressure of monetization; it's a breath of fresh air seeing that a company is willing to let go of profitability in favor of loyalty to the consumer.”
- “Devs just dropped a final update which got me hooked back into this game... all updates were free, no microtransactions... and the updates were not minor; they added game-changing content, adding potential hours of extra gameplay.”
- “The only paid DLC is a joke on microtransactions and paid DLCs that don't offer much content.”
- “Literally a copy of Binding of Isaac, actual cash grab.”
- “Exit the Gungeon is a cash grab, so this game doesn't have much of a future.”

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Enter the Gungeon Review - Prima Games
Enter the Gungeon feels a lot like The Binding of Isaac, back before that was re-released 19 times and became so bloated and unbalanced that it wasn’t much fun anymore. It offers continual progress, it rewards mastery of its skill-based gameplay, and the drops you get on a run can so radically change the way you play that every run feels different. Marry that with a good sense of humour, a preponderance of puns and references, and some beautiful pixel art, and you have a game in which it’s very, very easy to lose a lot of time, and enjoy every damn minute of it.
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Enter The Gungeon is a casual role playing shooter game with fantasy theme.

Enter The Gungeon is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

The main story can be completed in around 23 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 164 hours to finish. On average players spend around 119 hours playing Enter The Gungeon.

Enter The Gungeon was released on April 5, 2017.

Enter The Gungeon was developed by Dodge Roll.

Enter The Gungeon has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Enter The Gungeon is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Nuclear Throne, Wizard of Legend, Risk of Rain, Dead Cells, Star of Providence and others.

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