Gun Man

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Gun Man is a single player platformer game. It was developed by kessels game studio and was released on April 26, 2019. It received negative reviews from players.

gun man is a retro arcade shooter, heavily inspired by Namco's 1986 classic 'Rolling Thunder'. You're one of the agents of the secret spy group "Rolling Bird". You have been sent to investigate the unidentified product called "Vaccum Filter", which is being produced in The terrorists' hideout.

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Single-Player

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36%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

graphics1 negative mentions

The game has a decent structure with a win-or-die-trying mechanic that encourages replayability.
Shooting mechanics are rewarding and the jumping system allows for skillful play.
The developer is receptive to feedback and shows potential for improvement in future updates.

The game feels unfinished with uneven level design and a lack of polish.
Controls can be frustrating, requiring precision while also lacking height control in jumps.
Overall, the game appears to be a hastily assembled product with little value compared to professionally developed games.

gameplay
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The gameplay is criticized for its lack of quality in character control, leading to a disjointed experience in the 2D platformer. However, the game features a solid structure with an effective win-or-die-trying mechanic and the ability to save progress, allowing players to resume their adventure later.
- “The gameplay features a decent game structure: the win-or-die-trying mechanic works well, and gameplay is saved so you can pick up again later.”
- “Character and control miss the bar for quality, resulting in a 2D platformer that appears to be a mismatched collection of gameplay elements.”
music
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The game's music features a diverse selection of tracks that change each time the player dies, offering varying tempos that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the combination of great controls and engaging music, which contributes positively to the overall atmosphere.
- “Great controls, music, and levels.”
- “The music restarts every time you die, randomly picking one of several different songs with very different pacing.”
humor
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The humor in the game is noted to be brief but effective, with particular praise for the comedic elements surrounding the final boss encounter.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes and hilarious character interactions.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and absurd situations throughout the game.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters really adds to the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.”
graphics
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The graphics have been criticized for being subpar, with users noting poor visual quality and a lack of detail, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the design of enemies has been humorously compared to skilled snipers, suggesting a disconnect between visual presentation and gameplay mechanics.
- “The graphics are disappointing, making it easy to skip and close the game. The visuals are subpar, and the enemies feel like pro snipers.”
story
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The game's story is noted for its engaging narrative and well-developed characters, drawing players into a compelling world filled with intrigue and emotional depth. However, some reviews mention pacing issues and predictability in certain plot twists. Overall, the story is a significant highlight, enhancing the overall gaming experience.