Gunman Taco Truck

Gunman Taco Truck has been a pleasant surprise. It is a very good action roguelike that dishes up a heaping helping of difficulty with a smear of silly humor and a sprinkle of strategy and rolls it all up in a post-apocalyptic tortilla. Even though the game was designed by a 9-year-old, this isn't a simple kids' game, and I was pleasantly surprised to find that it takes planning, reflexes and a bit of luck to successfully make it to Winnipeg.

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In Gunman Taco Truck, survive a post-apocalyptic wasteland by cooking and selling tacos from your truck while defending against mutants and other hazards. Navigate through varied environments and upgrade your vehicle and weapons to stay alive. Your goal is to reach the safe zone in California, but you'll face many challenges along the way.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 94 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability6 negative mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay that combines shooting and taco-making mechanics, providing a unique experience.
Great retro graphics and sound, with a charming and humorous theme that appeals to players.
Solid replayability with various routes and challenges, making it enjoyable for casual play sessions.

The game is plagued by bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play at times.
Achievements are broken and do not unlock, which detracts from the overall experience.
Difficulty spikes can be overwhelming, even on easy mode, leading to a steep learning curve.

gameplay
20 mentions
30 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
15 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as addictive and engaging, combining straightforward mechanics with a variety of challenges that keep players entertained. While it features a humorous and creative premise, some players find the inventory management and changing mechanics frustrating. Overall, the game successfully balances fun action with a unique taco-themed twist, making it enjoyable despite some minor issues.
- “You are basically a gun-toting madman romping through a post-apocalyptic USA in your family's taco truck to bring a superior culinary experience to Canada, with or without the accompanying mutations. Gameplay is rudimentary but quite addictive, and the general theme is excellent.”
- “Very enjoyable little game that combines a nice challenge with some good gameplay.”
- “Super fun and addictive, with great sound—gameplay is quick and engaging on the road, lots of variety and good inventory for the taco side of things!”
- “While the core gameplay is fine for a mobile port, I can't recommend the game.”
- “Not knowing where to get salsa to make the taco because the game mechanics change every game, every minute.”
- “The base gameplay doesn't change, but your orders, the threats on the road you face, and so on, do change some.”
graphics
15 mentions
40 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their well-executed retro pixel art style, which enhances the creative premise and gameplay. While some reviewers note that the graphics are standard for the genre, they appreciate the attention to detail and quality, avoiding the sub-par models often seen in similar titles. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's fun and engaging atmosphere.
- “The graphics are cool, the ideas are cool.”
- “Love the graphics, love the creative premise, love the gameplay.”
- “Get it at a discount if the premise of monstrous tacos combined with wasteland aesthetics entices you.”
- “The graphics are your standard retro-style graphics, but well done, with them not taking the excuse to do sub-standard models, as some developers using this style are wont to do.”
- “Even folks with integrated graphics should be able to run this.”
humor
10 mentions
90 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as offbeat and reminiscent of classic flash games, with many players finding it hilarious and enjoyable. While some reviews highlight the game's comedic elements and engaging lore, others express frustration with specific gameplay scenarios that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the humor is a significant draw for many players, contributing to the game's replayability and fun factor.
- “In general, replayable, enjoyable, hilarious.”
- “There's an offbeat humor to it that is fun.”
- “The humor and lore is suckerpunch quick, unrelenting without taking precedence over gameplay.”
- “Basically, this is a point-and-click mouse game that's unfunny and uninteresting.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced throughout the entire game.”
- “I expected some laughs, but the jokes are stale and lack creativity.”
music
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
43 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its Tex-Mex style that complements the gameplay and pixel art graphics. While some find it enjoyable and fitting, others note that it lacks memorability. Overall, the soundtrack enhances the experience, making the game a worthwhile purchase.
- “Best soundtrack, best gameplay.”
- “Love the art and the music - well worth the 12 bucks!”
- “I bought this just because I own a taco truck music kit in Counter-Strike and was curious.”
- “Came for the music, stayed for the gameplay.”
- “Also, it's a bargain compared to its version of the music kit on CS:GO.”
stability
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent bugs, crashes, and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While initial bug fixes were promising, players report that many major problems remain unresolved, leading to frustration. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, overshadowing its fun elements.
- “Unfortunately, it's been somewhat buggy from the start. At first, I was glad to see the devs were putting out bug fix patches, but the last time they did so was a year ago, and there are still some fairly large issues like achievements not working, game crashes, etc.”
- “The game is a joke; it's buggy and broken.”
- “A buggy, crashy mess.”
replayability
5 mentions
40 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game offers solid replayability with various difficulty levels that enhance enjoyment, making it a fun choice for short play sessions. However, some users feel it lacks depth in replay value, leading to mixed opinions on this aspect.
- “Fun game to kill an hour or two, solid replayability with the difficulties.”
- “In general, replayable, enjoyable, hilarious.”
- “The game suffers a bit on the replayability side, but the rest of the game makes up for it.”
- “[b]Replayability:[/b] 2 stars”
optimization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
67 % negative mentions
The game's retro theme is well-executed, and its performance aligns with expectations for a less demanding title, earning a rating of 3.5 stars for graphics and performance.
- “The retro theme works really well for this game, and the performance is what you would expect out of a non-demanding game.”
- “Graphics and performance: 3.5 stars”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players report that grinding can be time-consuming, as exemplified by one user who spent 1.7 hours to progress in the game, facing challenges like battling with limited resources. This suggests that while grinding is a necessary part of gameplay, it can lead to intense and precarious situations.
- “I spent 1.7 hours grinding to reach Canada and fought my battles with an empty tank, surviving with only 55 HP.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
- “After hours of grinding, I still feel like I'm nowhere near my goals, which is incredibly frustrating.”
monetization
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-500 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Reviewers indicate that the game's balance appears to be heavily influenced by microtransactions, particularly in the original mobile version, where players can purchase upgrades and better vehicles with real money.
- “The game balance seems to be designed around microtransactions, similar to the original mobile version where players can purchase upgrades or better trucks with real-world cash.”
- “I appreciate that the monetization system offers a variety of options without feeling overly aggressive, allowing players to choose how they want to enhance their experience.”
- “The in-game purchases are reasonably priced and provide meaningful benefits, making it easy to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend.”
- “I suspect the game balance is built around microtransactions in the original mobile version, where you can buy upgrades or better trucks for real-world cash.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it seems like you can't progress without spending money.”
- “It's frustrating that the game constantly pushes you towards in-game purchases, making it hard to enjoy without spending.”
story
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The story is highly praised for its humor, with players finding it entertaining right from the start, complemented by engaging artwork. Additionally, the narrative is effectively integrated with fun gameplay and action elements.
- “The story and artwork had me laughing my ass off in the first 30 seconds, and the action and gameplay are fun!”
- “The narrative is engaging and keeps you hooked from start to finish.”
- “I was genuinely invested in the characters and their journeys throughout the game.”