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GUNS UP!

Any good they might have had are quickly swallowed up by a plethora of issues. The desperate or the gullible may find a glimmer of fun hidden somewhere in the pit.
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72%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
grinding, story
79% User Score Based on 6,538 reviews
Critic Score 48%Based on 2 reviews

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GUNS UP! is a single player and multiplayer tactical real-time strategy game. It was developed by Valkyrie Entertainment, LLC and was released on February 5, 2018. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

GUNS UP! is a free-to-play side-scrolling strategy game that pits players against each other in a battle to destroy enemy bases to increase their own army’s strength. GUNS UP! combines the fun of enemy base invasion with tower–defense, for an experience like no other on the PS4 system.

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79%
Audience ScoreBased on 6,538 reviews
gameplay96 positive mentions
grinding152 negative mentions
  • Engaging gameplay with a mix of strategy and tower defense elements.
  • Fun and addictive, especially in the early levels with a variety of units and customization options.
  • Good graphics and a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.
  • Severe pay-to-win mechanics that create an unbalanced experience, especially at higher levels.
  • Frequent server errors and bugs that disrupt gameplay and lead to frustration.
  • Repetitive gameplay that can become tedious after a while, with a lack of new content or updates.
  • gameplay
    266 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Guns Up!" is a mix of military strategy and tower defense elements, featuring base building, unit management, and PvP battles. While many players find the mechanics fun and addictive, there are significant concerns about repetitiveness, pay-to-win elements, and server issues that detract from the overall experience. Despite its charm and potential, the lack of updates and balance issues have led to a decline in player engagement over time.

    • “Military strategy and combat focused gameplay: 'Guns Up!' is a strategy game where players participate in battles by managing their own military units.”
    • “The gameplay loop is simple: build a base, attack other bases, then use your winnings to further fortify your HQ and units.”
    • “This is a very fun strategy tower defense mashup with captivating gameplay and a charming art style.”
    • “Pay to win, repetitive gameplay, can't speed up vs bots, server issues.”
    • “The game has a lot of potential but with no updates the gameplay tends to get bland after unlocking most units in the game.”
    • “Fun at first, then repetitive and boring with pay to win mechanics.”
  • graphics
    184 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant, cartoonish art style, which many players find appealing and well-crafted. While some users note minor graphical glitches and a low-fi feel reminiscent of older games, the overall visual presentation is considered beautiful and engaging, enhancing the gameplay experience. The combination of charming aesthetics and solid animations contributes to the game's fun and addictive nature.

    • “For completely free, this game offers so much appealing content like strategy, base designing, and camaraderie: all drafted in a stunning and carefully crafted art style.”
    • “The art style is superb and really fits the style of the gameplay, which is also magnificent.”
    • “It is amazing overall, the graphics and animations are beautiful.”
    • “Only played it on my Steam Deck; there are a lot of minor graphical glitches.”
    • “Graphics are a bit low-fi too.”
    • “So all in all it's okay, but feels like I'm playing something made in the 90s for more reasons than just the graphics.”
  • grinding
    160 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is frequently noted as a significant element, with many players expressing that it can become tedious and time-consuming, especially at higher levels. While some find the grind rewarding and integral to the gameplay experience, others criticize it for being overly reliant on pay-to-win mechanics, leading to frustration for those unwilling to spend money. Overall, players suggest that while the game can be enjoyable, it requires a considerable investment of time to progress effectively.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Not too grindy.”
    • “It's a really good game and if they updated it it would be one of the best games out there. The only problem is that it's very pay-to-win or really grindy. I have over 50 hours in this game and only unlocked three of the characters out of the many you can unlock. You can unlock them with in-game currency, but it takes so long. I think they're very money-hungry though after the mobile version was released. It's very sad to see such a good game with a lot of potential go to waste.”
    • “All this game is is grinding, fighting, and dying to pay-to-wins.”
    • “There's no sense of progression, only purposefully frustrating grinding.”
  • story
    94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is largely criticized, with many users noting the absence of a compelling narrative. While some players find the gameplay engaging and enjoyable, they express a desire for a more structured storyline or campaign to enhance the experience. Overall, the lack of a meaningful story detracts from the game's potential, leaving it feeling repetitive and unfulfilling for those seeking a richer narrative experience.

    • “Well, let me think... Guns Up! of course, definitely a real heartwarming story. The plot really keeps you engaged. Would recommend if you are a lad for the bants.”
    • “Also, for a free-to-play game, it was 100% a good game and could have been $10-15 and still would have been good if a story/campaign was added.”
    • “Great game! If it had a storyline, it would be even better. 10/10.”
    • “☑ no story”
    • “The game has no story but you can get bored of it in a while. You might come back to it and have a good time, but then get bored of it again. It's just a big loop.”
    • “But the next missions are very similar to the previous ones... it's just not fun.”
  • monetization
    78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's monetization strategy has been widely criticized for its heavy reliance on microtransactions, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" that often feels like a "pay to win" model. While some reviews acknowledge that the game can be enjoyable, they caution potential players about the overwhelming presence of in-app purchases and the pressure to spend money to progress. Despite some opinions suggesting that microtransactions are less aggressive compared to similar titles, the overall sentiment leans towards dissatisfaction with the monetization approach.

    • “They know how to get money out of you for in-game purchases, but it's fun.”
    • “This game does have some microtransactions, but I would say it is heavily toned down compared to other popular games of its nature, such as Clash of Clans.”
    • “Guns Up has some of the mechanics of Clash of Clans and Clash Royale, but the microtransactions are very much optional and it's very easy to stroll through the game without paying a dime.”
    • “This game is sadly a usual 'free' to play game cash grab.”
    • “The only way to get XP is by conquering other bases (as far as I know) and the game's monetization is egregious as hell.”
    • “This is just another cash grab that should have never made it to Steam.”
  • stability
    68 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of frequent crashes, freezing, and various bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. Players have noted issues with graphical glitches, unresponsive menus, and erratic AI behavior, making the game often unplayable. While some enjoy the core gameplay, the overwhelming presence of bugs and glitches detracts from the overall experience, leading many to label it a "buggy mess."

    • “Fun, runs great”
    • “Fun, runs great”
    • “Game is unplayable, it freezes every 30 seconds.”
    • “Unfortunately, there are many bugs and glitches that make the game unplayable.”
    • “You'll be lucky if you can play a day without crashes, bugs, glitches, or fighting exploiters.”
  • humor
    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the ragdoll physics, silly AI behavior, and cartoonish animations particularly amusing. Many reviews highlight the game's comedic elements, such as absurd character movements and funny bugs, although some criticize the underlying pay-to-win mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as a lighthearted and entertaining option for those who enjoy humorous military-themed gameplay.

    • “Funny man shoots other funny man for your financial gain.”
    • “The AI acts really stupid; it's just hilarious sometimes how dumb they are.”
    • “The fact that your units or enemy units can lose their heads with headshots is quite funny to watch.”
    • “I think that this game is not funny and not a good game for the Steam company because it's pay-to-win.”
  • music
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising it as immersive and epic, while others find it decent but limited in variety. The sound effects complement the gameplay well, enhancing the overall experience, though some users noted that the music can become repetitive over time. Overall, the audio design, including music and sound effects, contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.

    • “The music is great, the soldier's animation is gorgeous, and the core game itself is a fresh and revisited version of Clash Royale, maybe?”
    • “A special mention goes to the music, very immersive and epic!”
    • “Also, the music is pretty good, though there's not a lot of it to go around.”
    • “The sound is average for a game like this and the music is only okay.”
    • “[b] -decent music [/b]”
    • “Yes, this can get tiresome early on, but if you are working on other projects, listening to music, watching YouTube, etc... it makes it easier to slowly build up and upgrade your sniper towers, machine gun bunkers, and walls.”
  • optimization
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users reporting significant performance issues, crashes, and long loading times, despite the simplicity of its mechanics. Many feel that the developers have misallocated resources, resulting in a game that is more demanding than necessary. However, some acknowledge that it is still in early access, suggesting that these issues may be addressed in future updates.

    • “Of course, the game is still in early access, so the negatives relating to crashes and loading screens are of course to be fixed and optimized.”
    • “This is a low-strategy phone game with significant performance drops that greatly take away its one redeeming factor, fun cartoony graphics.”
    • “The worst optimization; I'm sure the developer team doesn't know anything about optimization.”
    • “The game mechanics are so simple, there is no hard computing, no clever AI... but still, somehow they made it more demanding than some of the best games out there. In my opinion, they wasted resources on the wrong aspects and possibly really bad optimization.”
    • “With that being said, this is not a bad game at all; it just has some things in it that could use some more optimization.”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game has been noted for its strategic depth but suffers from limited replayability, with players expressing a desire for more engaging content. Technical issues and a focus on monetization have also contributed to a decline in player interest, further impacting the game's longevity.

    • “This is a very good strategic game; however, in terms of replayability, it's a little weak. But other than that, the game is great.”
    • “This is a very good strategic game, however in terms of replayability it's a little weak, but other than that the game is great.”
    • “The game would be more playable if there weren't many bugs which are rarely fixed, as devs only add new things to pay with cash, which makes some players stop playing this game.”
    • “Needs more replayability though.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a light and fun vibe, creating an enjoyable and engaging experience for players.

    • “This style reflects the light and fun atmosphere of the game.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming story and engaging plot, which resonates well with players, particularly those looking for a lighthearted experience. Overall, it is recommended for its ability to evoke positive feelings and camaraderie among players.

    • “The game features a truly heartwarming story that keeps you engaged throughout.”
    • “The emotional depth of the plot really draws you in and makes you feel connected to the characters.”
    • “This game offers a powerful narrative that resonates on an emotional level, making it a memorable experience.”
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GUNS UP! is a tactical real-time strategy game.

GUNS UP! is available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows and others.

On average players spend around 28 hours playing GUNS UP!.

GUNS UP! was released on February 5, 2018.

GUNS UP! was developed by Valkyrie Entertainment, LLC.

GUNS UP! has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

GUNS UP! is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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