Gunslingers

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Gunslingers is a multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Kovalim and was released on December 17, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

A unique turn-based tactical game in a Space Western setting

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42%

Audience ScoreBased on 147 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game has a fun and addictive turn-based combat system reminiscent of classic titles like Fallout Tactics.
Players appreciate the potential for strategic gameplay and the interesting sci-fi western theme.
The game is free to play, allowing players to try it without financial commitment.

The game is plagued by severe loading issues, often failing to start or getting stuck at various percentages, rendering it unplayable.
There are significant pay-to-win elements, with many players feeling that the game heavily favors those who spend money on in-game purchases.
The game has been abandoned by its developers, leading to a lack of updates and support, which has frustrated the player community.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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65%
16%
The gameplay has drawn mixed reviews, with many players comparing it to XCOM and noting its turn-based mechanics and cover system. However, criticisms focus on balance issues, a frustrating energy mechanic that limits playtime, and a pay-to-win model that detracts from the overall experience. While some find the gameplay enjoyable and straightforward, others feel it lacks depth and variety, particularly in its early access state.
- “The play mechanics are very similar to Fallout Tactics and the newer XCOM games with two movement AP.”
- “It is a good tactical shooting game; I have no complaints about the gameplay.”
- “Gunslingers has this western/post-apocalyptic feel to it, a decent soundtrack, and gameplay that I find simple, but also enjoyable.”
- “Game mechanics are just terrible.”
- “This results in ridiculous mechanics when you cannot make one step to go to cover after only shooting, but the enemy runs half the screen right next to you and shoots you point-blank.”
- “It's all pay-to-win based and has an energy-based mechanic... 'if you want to play, just pay up some cash,' so it's not a free-to-play game, I suppose...”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its catchy and thematic elements, particularly the folk-inspired tracks that complement the game's atmosphere. However, others find the music repetitive and annoying, suggesting it detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while some enjoy the soundtrack, many recommend turning it off due to its inconsistency with the game's theme.
- “The combat is fast yet still turn-based, has RPG elements (gear, leveling, etc.), the universe is interesting, and the music is also fantastic. I'm 3 hours in and still having fun for no money. 10/10.”
- “The main menu music is nice (Russian, I think)... in a few words, you must try.”
- “Even if I do not understand a word, I can still feel that the soundtrack fits into the game and complements it.”
- “Music is annoying and not in line with the theme.”
- “You will want to turn the music off as soon as you start the game.”
- “Repetitive music.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered acceptable, with a bright overhead style that appeals to fans of classic titles like Fallout. While some players appreciate the aesthetic, others feel that the graphics are not a primary focus, emphasizing gameplay over visual fidelity. Overall, the visuals are seen as appealing but not groundbreaking.
- “What I like most about the game is the bright overhead style graphics.”
- “It is very similar to the classic Fallout games, which I loved because of the graphics and turn-based gameplay.”
- “+ Fallout-esque artwork.”
- “If you like hardly any graphics or gameplay, this game is for you.”
- “Graphics aight.”
- “Graphics are at an acceptable level for what it is.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is largely criticized, with players expressing a desire for a more engaging single-player narrative and diverse missions, as the current focus is heavily on PvP and lacks depth. Many users find the tutorial and bot missions unsatisfactory, suggesting that the game would benefit from a structured storyline and additional PvE content. Overall, the absence of a compelling narrative leaves players wanting more from the single-player experience.
- “If it's possible, the main recommendation I have is I would love to play a solo quest mode, where I can use the characters to go to different locations to complete different objectives and hunt various bounties in the form of boss characters.”
- “The tutorial is garbage & so is the missions against the bots, PvP is great & seems balanced for beginners.”
- “I played only one stupid mission.”
- “No storyline, basically battles only, 5v5.”
- “I'd love for it to have a single-player storyline and 30 or so maps where I can battle the computer, but let's assume that can come later after PvP (programming AI takes time, you know).”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Players consistently describe the grinding aspect of the game as excessively tedious and repetitive, often requiring long farming sessions that can feel monotonous and unexciting. There are concerns about a potential pay-to-win model, with many feeling that grinding is necessary to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The only real way to get money and experience at first is through long (8-hour) farming sessions in the 'job' section, during which you may as well watch grass grow for excitement.”
- “...very repetitive and grindy.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization has been criticized for causing a stuttering experience, which disrupts the overall flow and immersion.
- “Overall flow of the game feels like a stuttering video.”
- “The game frequently drops frames, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “Loading times are excessively long, disrupting the gameplay.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting significant bugs that prevent them from completing even the tutorial. This indicates a lack of polish and reliability in the game's performance.
- “The game is incredibly buggy; I couldn't even complete the tutorial because it kept crashing.”
- “Frequent crashes make it impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “I experienced constant instability, which ruined my overall experience.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that the monetization strategy is perceived as excessively greedy, with microtransactions being a significant point of criticism among users.
- “Microtransactions at a new level of greed.”
- “The game feels more like a cash grab than a genuine experience.”
- “Paywalls are everywhere, making it impossible to enjoy the game without spending money.”