GunDeck[100]

68%
Game Brain Score Based on 25 reviews
  • gameplay
  • replayability
  • music
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GunDeck is a twin-stick shooter where you battle through 100 levels of bullet hell, amassing a deck of cards that grant new weapons and abilities. Defeating the game's ten bosses earns unique perks and new ships with built-in features. With hundreds of perks and steam achievements, plus local multiplayer, GunDeck offers endless replayability.

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68%
Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews
replayability2 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • Addicting and fun gameplay with a unique weapon rotation system that enhances the experience.
  • Great value for money with plenty of replayability and a variety of ships and upgrades to unlock.
  • Responsive controls and a clean visual style make it easy to pick up and play, even for short sessions.
  • Some players find the RNG aspect frustrating, as it can lead to runs that feel more random than strategic.
  • The game could benefit from more choice mechanics and clearer information on upgrades and their effects.
  • Occasional stuttering and immediate enemy attacks at the start of rounds can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
  • gameplay9 mentions

    The gameplay is highly praised for its satisfying power fantasy and engaging twin-stick/shmup mechanics, offering a challenging experience with responsive controls. Players appreciate the variety of unique ships and upgrades, which enhance the gameplay without drastically altering the core mechanics. While the overall experience is tight and enjoyable, some users desire more choice mechanics to further enrich the gameplay.

    • “The power fantasy is extremely satisfying and fun, and, beyond type-specific synergistic upgrades, there are a lot of really cool universal upgrades (especially boss upgrades, which typically give you an effect based on the mechanics of the boss you just defeated).”
    • “However, unlike the sea of vs clones, gundeck's twin-stick/shmup core ensures that actual moment-to-moment gameplay is challenging and engaging.”
    • “The controls are responsive, it works great on the Steam Deck, and the gameplay is very satisfying.”
    • “Needs more choice mechanics.”
    • “Similar to Binding of Isaac, the characters won’t change the core gameplay really, but they have different focuses and starting stats, and some start with unique abilities that encourage you to play differently than on other characters.”
    • “There are 10 playable ships, all with their own unique starting bonuses that do affect the gameplay to some degree.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, largely due to its RNG mechanics, which ensure that each playthrough features unique drops and enemy arrangements, encouraging players to return for new experiences.

    • “Plenty of replayability, and it's something I would always be willing to go back to.”
    • “The RNG aspect is what makes the game very replayable, as each run features different drops and a unique order of enemies.”
    • “Plenty of replayability and something I would always be willing to go back to.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the awesome soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. It complements the engaging gameplay of the bullet hell genre, featuring upgrades and a variety of enemy types.

    • “And the music is awesome!”
    • “Love the soundtrack, cool bullet hell game with upgrades and lots of enemy types!”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally stable, with occasional stuttering reported by users, though it is not considered game-breaking.

    • “The game suffers from frequent stuttering, which can be quite distracting during gameplay.”
    • “Optimization issues lead to noticeable frame drops, especially in crowded areas.”
    • “Despite the game's potential, the lack of proper optimization results in a frustrating experience.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story mode offers a variety of impressive builds, enhancing the gameplay experience, though this aspect is primarily limited to that mode.

    • “The different builds you can create are fantastic, but this is primarily in story mode.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics of the game are praised for their appealing aesthetic, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.

    • “Fun game, love the aesthetic.”
    • “The graphics are stunning and really bring the world to life.”
    • “Every detail in the environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a joy.”
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