Guns, Gore and Cannoli 2
- October 12, 2018
- Rogueside
- 3h median play time
Get on Steam"Guns, Gore and Cannoli 2" is a comedy shooter game with single-player, local multi-player, and co-op modes for up to 2 players. The game takes place in 1944 during World War 2, where protagonist Vinnie Cannoli must face loose ends from his past on the European battlefield. Experience action-packed run and gun gameplay with humor and gore in this sequel to "Guns, Gore & Cannoli".
Mac OS
Nintendo Switch
PC
Playstation 4
Steam Deck
Windows
Xbox One
PlayStation
Xbox
Reviews
- The game features improved controls, allowing for 360-degree aiming and more fluid movement, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- The art style and graphics are praised for their quality, with many players enjoying the cartoonish visuals and smooth animations.
- The humor and engaging storyline, along with the variety of weapons and enemies, make the game entertaining and fun to play, especially in co-op mode.
- The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in around 3 to 5 hours, leading to concerns about replayability.
- Some players found the controls awkward, particularly when using a gamepad, and noted that the weapon selection could feel clunky during intense gameplay.
- There are complaints about the lack of certain features from the first game, such as grenades and molotov cocktails, which some players missed in the sequel.
- gameplay274 mentions
- 37 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2" has received widespread praise for its smooth mechanics, diverse weaponry, and engaging action, marking a significant improvement over its predecessor. Players appreciate the new controls, including dodging and aiming with the right stick, which enhance the overall experience, although some find the gameplay can become repetitive. The game is noted for its fun, fast-paced run-and-gun style, making it enjoyable for both solo and co-op play, despite some critiques regarding its length and occasional difficulty spikes.
“The gameplay is incredibly smooth, and I appreciate the diversity of weapons and genuine difficulty when getting used to the various types of enemies.”
“There’s a decent challenging side to the gameplay and even though I struggled a couple of times I never got frustrated because they got the balance between being fun and challenging spot on.”
“The gameplay is faster with more action and contains more levels, mini-bosses, and new weapons.”
“Don't like the twin stick mechanics.”
“Gets a bit bland as the game progresses though, as there are not enough new enemies and no new mechanics.”
“I don't know how to say it, but it feels like they lacked any idea to make a good shooting game or they forgot that this is a freaking game and they should focus on fleshing out the gameplay with feels like they just recycled from their previous game and left it without any more work on.”
- story260 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The story of the game is a chaotic blend of humor and action, featuring an Italian-American mobster named Vinnie who battles both mobsters and zombies during World War II. While the narrative is often described as short and somewhat nonsensical, it is filled with comedic moments and exaggerated tropes that many players find entertaining. Overall, the story serves as a fun backdrop to the gameplay, though some players wish for more depth and length.
“The art design is high-caliber and all parts of the game – characters, environment, weapons and so on – bring the action and story to life.”
“The graphics are great, the story is hilarious and the voice acting is spot on!”
“Despite a generic premise, the story ventures into some fun, unique areas and introduces a few interesting characters.”
“The story does not make any sense unlike the first game that had it at least somewhat grounded, but to be fair we could not care less about that.”
“The story is a lot more different than the first as Vinnie is now fighting the Nazis (they are just as fun as whacking zombies, however the undead are still here but in a smaller role), but to me the story is just not as fun as the first one.”
“Seems like they tried to do a little too much with the story without putting in the cinematic effort to make it as seamless as the first one.”
- graphics222 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant, hand-drawn art style and smooth animations, reminiscent of classic cartoons and modern indie titles like Cuphead. Players appreciate the detailed visuals and creative level design, which enhance the overall gameplay experience, making it both engaging and visually appealing. While some minor issues with ragdoll physics were noted, the overall aesthetic contributes significantly to the game's charm and atmosphere.
“The graphics are gorgeous, there's lots of different settings with fitting musical themes, and a delightfully nonsensical storyline that takes you from gangster towns to Normandy beach landings to secret underground bases.”
“I absolutely adored the hand-drawn art style and the sound design that accompanies these visuals combines extremely well with them.”
“The graphics and animation are fantastic, even better than the original and there are ample opportunities to start chaos in the levels and use environmental hazards to your advantage.”
“Ragdolling looks weird on occasion due to the 2-dimensional nature of the graphics; individual parts don't 'flip' to allow corpses to lie naturally (quite a bit of flopping going on).”
“The graphics seemed to be smaller in scale than the first game, allowing to see more screen, but showing smaller characters on the screen.”
“Sure there were docks, bars, alleys, rooftops, and the sewers, but the city aesthetic got old, fast.”
- humor168 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it to be a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the funny voice lines, hilarious story elements, and over-the-top violence, often leading to laughter during gameplay. The combination of witty dialogue, cartoonish art style, and absurd scenarios contributes to a light-hearted atmosphere that keeps players entertained, making it a fun choice for both solo and multiplayer sessions.
“The story while bad, was so bad it was good and was fun to laugh at the hilarious story decisions and plot holes (intentional? who knows!) but I digress, great game, great improvement, can't wait for GGC 3.”
“Plus, the game is funny as hell, not just because of Vinnie's witty remarks, but because of the ragdoll physics and explosions and hazards throughout the levels.”
“My friends and I have spent hours just replaying the D-Day level, laughing hysterically until we're about to pass out every time one of us, or an unlucky enemy gets the short end of the stick in the big chaotic mess of explosions.”
- music66 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received high praise for its variety and fitting themes, with standout tracks enhancing the atmosphere of different settings, such as the heroic tunes during the D-Day landing and nostalgic 1940s vibes. While many reviewers found the soundtrack memorable and well-executed, some noted that certain gameplay music could be offputting or repetitive. Overall, the sound design, including sound effects and voice acting, complements the engaging gameplay and visuals, contributing to a rich auditory experience.
“Perfect sound effects and some really eerie music in the zombie sections make this game a treat for your ears!”
“The soundtrack is more varied this time around, too, with the D-Day landing having an appropriately heroic tune.”
“The graphics are gorgeous, there's lots of different settings with fitting musical themes, and a delightfully nonsensical storyline that takes you from gangster towns to Normandy beach landings to secret underground bases.”
“We also felt that the music during gameplay was particularly offputting.”
“The music is also more fitted to where the player is so jazz is still played but only in gangster hideouts :( very sad.”
“The music is a bit repetitive.”
- replayability50 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Overall, the game has limited replayability, with many players noting its short duration and lack of diverse gameplay modes such as New Game+ or unlimited ammo. While some enjoy the co-op feature and varying enemy spawns, most agree that the experience does not warrant multiple playthroughs. It is generally recommended to pick it up on sale due to its brief content and minimal replay value.
“Its got juice that will make this game fully replayable.”
“The story is ok, however the gameplay makes it replayable!”
“Playing solo on normal you might get through the story quickly, but there is replayability in that enemy spawns vary the units you encounter (even when respawning at checkpoints every time you die) and the online co-op with friends is great.”
“Worth it to pick it up on sale because the replayability simply isn't there.”
“There is hardly any replay value because there is no new game+ or unlimited ammo mode or other interesting modes you can add in a game like this or perhaps even a progression system.”
“The only thing that is a drawback for it is perhaps that it is over so quickly and doesn't have a lot of replayability.”
- atmosphere18 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its unique graphics and art style, which contribute to a blend of humor and charm, particularly in its hand-drawn cartoon aesthetic. Players appreciate the immersive environments, from spooky settings to nostalgic 1940s themes, enhanced by fantastic cut scenes and fitting soundtracks. Overall, the atmosphere is described as vibrant and engaging, making it a memorable experience, especially when played with friends.
“The game has this wonderful and cute but at the same time still manages to create a humorous atmosphere with a cartoon art style that is completely hand-drawn, from what I understand.”
“Part one was a good game and had the atmosphere of 'The Godfather.' The second part was less in the mob sphere, but some parts of the game are beautifully made and remind you of the 1940s, especially the movie theater level. The music fits the scenery perfectly.”
“The gameplay itself, 1940's atmosphere, new gangsters and zombies, art, soundtrack - everything is perfect.”
“The cut scenes for the story of this game are fantastic and create even more life and atmosphere for the game.”
“The game has this wonderful and cute but at the same time still manages to create a humorous atmosphere with a cartoon art style which is completely hand-drawn from what I understand.”
- optimization10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with many users reporting good performance and no significant issues. However, some players have noted occasional frame rate stuttering as a minor setback.
“No performance issues whatsoever.”
“Good optimization.”
“Very good optimization.”
“The only setback I've found is that from time to time there are some stuttering on the frame rate.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players note that while grinding in the game can be extensive, it is generally not overly long or tedious, making it manageable despite the significant time investment required.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, users report a generally stable experience with the game, noting no significant glitches, frame-rate drops, or other issues. However, some players have experienced freezing when attempting to map controls, indicating a potential area for improvement.
“When I try to map controls, the game freezes.”
“The game frequently crashes, making it unplayable.”
“I experience constant lag and instability during gameplay.”
