GUNCHO

About

"Guncho" is a turn-based tactics game with a unique shooting mechanic where moving, shooting, and unloading bullets influences the cylinder rotation of Guncho's revolver. Carefully align bullets with the hex-grid to outwit enemies and use the environment to your advantage. After each level, choose from a variety of bullet upgrades and skills to further improve your gameplay. The game offers high replayability, fierce boss fights, and various enemy types in the "Burning Desert" biome. Indie developers plan to expand the game further post-launch with community support.

Genres & Tags

Strategy

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

GUNCHO offers a fun and engaging puzzle experience with clever mechanics and a delightful soundtrack.
The game is easy to pick up and play, making it a great choice for quick gaming sessions, while still providing depth and replayability.
It features charming graphics and sound design that enhance the overall immersive experience, making players feel like they are part of a unique western-themed world.

The game is relatively short, with some players wishing for more levels, bosses, and content to extend gameplay.
Randomness in enemy placements can lead to frustrating situations, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game.
There are some technical issues, such as the lack of an option to turn off inverted camera controls for controllers, which can hinder the experience for some players.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Guncho is characterized by its simple yet engaging mechanics that are easy to learn but challenging to master, offering a nuanced and highly replayable experience. While some players find the ammo management mechanic adds tactical depth, others feel it can be frustrating, particularly due to the game's limited runtime. Overall, the game is praised for its interesting mechanics and the unique way it incorporates movement and action into its core gameplay.
- “Guncho quite simply has the secret sauce, and the sauce is in its core gameplay.”
- “They've nailed it: a nuanced and highly replayable game built from simple, easy-to-learn mechanics.”
- “That's the only really frustrating mechanic.”
- “I think misconstruing a physical phenomenon as a new abstract game mechanic should be a whole new genre of games.”
- “The characteristic gameplay is here: simple concept, easy to pick up, but hard to master.”
music
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received high praise for its captivating spaghetti western soundtrack, which enhances immersion and complements the low polygon art style. Reviewers appreciate the impactful sound design, noting how the music dynamically plays after significant actions, creating a rewarding experience. Overall, the combination of nostalgic melodies and realistic sound effects contributes significantly to the game's atmosphere.
- “The low polygon art and music blend in a very western, contemplative way, and the sound design is great and impactful.”
- “The soundtrack is incredible; I love how the game chooses to play the cool music after you do cool things in the game, interrupting stretches of silence and focus.”
- “The music is perfect, old-school, sun-baked western movie music, and really adds to the immersion.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally well-received, characterized as simple yet visually appealing, with a charming style that enhances the game's character. The animations are lively, and the interactions between enemies add an engaging layer to the visual experience. Overall, the graphics and sound effects complement each other effectively.
- “The graphics and animation ooze with character, and the enemies interact with each other in surprising ways.”
- “Simple yet eye-pleasing graphic style.”
- “Graphics are fine and the sound effects suitably crunchy.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability, thanks to its simple yet nuanced mechanics and a well-designed scoreboard feature for competitive players. While some users express a desire for additional boss fights or levels, the overall experience remains polished and engaging, making it a worthwhile investment for players seeking longevity.
- “There is a ton of replayability here too, and for an incredibly low price you are getting a game for the ages.”
- “They've nailed it: a nuanced and highly replayable game built from simple, easy-to-learn mechanics.”
- “While I'd like to see other boss fights or levels, the game is concise, with some replayability and polish, as well as a fairly tight scoreboard feature if you care about being the best.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is praised for its cleverness and ability to balance contrasting elements, creating a blend of hilarity and charm that resonates well with players. Overall, it effectively leverages its strengths and weaknesses to deliver a memorable comedic experience.
- “This is a game that understands its strengths and weaknesses and plays into them masterfully—hilarious and awesome, ugly and sweet.”