Gum Squad

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Gum Squad is a single player and multiplayer open world shooter game. It was developed by Fern Nigro and was released on February 27, 2026. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Play Co-op PvE with up to 8 friends!! The world is quiet… a little dusty… and very, very sticky. Gum Squad drops you into wide open fields and sleepy deserts where gum became the world’s favorite resource, and maybe its biggest mistake. With a humble peashooter and a few friends by your side, you’ll wander curious places, uncover what went wrong, and slowly build yourself up from whatever you c…

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Audience ScoreBased on 87 reviews

music8 positive mentions

Charming and cute art style with excellent music, especially the popular cat radio soundtrack.
Engaging and fun gameplay loop featuring looter shooter mechanics, crafting, and skateboarding, enjoyable solo or with friends.
Developer is responsive and attentive, frequently pushing updates and quality of life improvements.

UI scaling issues and small interface elements, which can be problematic on certain screen resolutions.
Lack of comprehensive tutorial or clear in-game guidance, making some mechanics confusing for new players.
Ammo management can be frustrating due to weapon-specific gum ammo types and no attack option when out of ammo.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music is widely praised for being catchy, immersive, and enjoyable, with many users specifically highlighting the unique and fun "cat music" feature. It complements the game's cute art style and engaging atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience. Some players express a desire for more music variations and continuous playback options.
- “The music is amazing, and there is loads of content including a bunch of different gum shooters, crafting, skills, and fun outfits.”
- “Love this game, it's super fun and the music is catchy. 100% recommended.”
- “I had fun exploring the world, especially because the atmosphere of the game is rather immersive. The music is exciting, and the cat radio station is top-notch.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
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The gameplay is praised for its simple yet engaging mechanics, particularly the unique and enjoyable skateboarding feature that enhances movement. Players appreciate the focused gameplay loop, clear enemy design, and the balance between a relaxing atmosphere and intense gunfights. Overall, it’s easy to learn, fresh, and immersive without unnecessary complexity.
- “The skateboarding mechanic is absolutely my favorite part of this game.”
- “I really like the calm and relaxing atmosphere, the tension in gunfights, the subtle details, and I enjoy unraveling the game's mechanics and crafting.”
- “The gameplay is super easy to jump into and the whole sticky world idea actually feels fresh instead of the same old thing.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features adorable, cutesy graphics with a charming and distinct art style that enhances gameplay without being overwhelming. Its aesthetic is praised for bringing joy with varied enemies and locations, while character customization and inventory systems offer surprising depth beyond the cute visuals.
- “Gum squad has adorable graphics, great music, and satisfying game feel.”
- “This game is really fun to run around and goof off in. The art style is very cute and brings great joy with every new enemy and location I find.”
- “A very cutesy game with an incredible aesthetic.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game’s humor is widely praised for being cheeky, whimsical, and consistently silly, delivering nonstop laughter and memorable funny moments. Players highlight its playful tone reminiscent of Saturday morning cartoons, making PvE interactions especially entertaining. Overall, the humor significantly enhances the fun and charm of the game.
- “Really impressed with the humor the game has more than anything, everything is very cheeky and whimsical.”
- “And I had so much fun; I expected to have some fun but I was genuinely blown away by this. I got silliness overload from every interaction and couldn't stop laughing.”
- “This game gave us some really funny moments, and getting into PvE shenanigans was a great time.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly immersive, combining exciting music and unique elements like a cat radio station to enhance exploration. Players appreciate the balance between calm, relaxing moments and tense gunfights, complemented by subtle details that enrich the experience.
- “I had fun exploring the world, especially because the atmosphere of the game is rather immersive. The music is exciting, and the cat radio station is top-notch.”
- “I really like the calm and relaxing atmosphere, the tension in gunfights, the subtle details, and I enjoy unraveling the game's mechanics and crafting.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Optimization received mixed feedback, with some users noting effective performance improvements after addressing identified bottlenecks, while others mentioned potential issues like performance hits from stacking backpacks, though these were not widely experienced. Overall, optimization appears functional but may have isolated cases needing attention.
- “After sharing my gameplay with them, they were able to discover performance sinks and optimize the game.”
- “I've also heard issues with stacking backpacks inside of backpacks causing performance hits, but I never personally experienced those issues.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game demonstrates excellent stability, running smoothly without crashes or performance issues. Users generally report a reliable and consistent experience.