Krunker

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"Krunker" is a fast-paced shooter game that can be played with up to 2 players or in larger multiplayer matches. The game features a unique slidehop movement system and offers rewards for completing challenges across 23 rotation maps. With thousands of custom games and robust modding and mapping tools, players can create and experience a variety of game modes, such as Infected and capture the flag. Despite its simplicity, "Krunker" offers a high skill ceiling and a lot of replayability.

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 15,368 reviews

gameplay134 positive mentions

story25 negative mentions

gameplay
424 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
65%
3%
The gameplay of Krunker is characterized by its fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled action and unique movement mechanics, such as slide hopping and bunny hopping, which set it apart from other FPS games. While the game is accessible and easy to pick up, mastering its mechanics can be challenging, leading to a steep skill curve. However, issues like inconsistent hit registration, a toxic player base, and a lack of meaningful updates have been noted, which can detract from the overall experience.
- “Krunker is an exceptional example of how simplicity in design can lead to endlessly engaging gameplay.”
- “At its core, Krunker thrives on delivering pure, adrenaline-fueled gameplay.”
- “The tight, responsive controls and fluid movement mechanics—bolstered by the now-iconic slide hopping—set it apart from many of its contemporaries.”
- “Very unforgiving gameplay, not much room for error.”
- “Hit registration is inconsistent, and the camera will suddenly jerk itself if you move ever so slightly too fast, only worsening gameplay.”
- “Repetitive gameplay: krunker fails to offer any significant depth or variety in its gameplay.”
graphics
237 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
69%
11%
The graphics of "Krunker" are characterized by a minimalist, pixelated art style reminiscent of classic arcade games, which some players find charming while others criticize as outdated and lacking detail. While the simple visuals allow for smooth performance on lower-end systems, they may not satisfy those seeking a more immersive graphical experience. Overall, the game's graphics are a divisive aspect, with opinions ranging from appreciation for their retro appeal to disappointment over their simplicity.
- “While Krunker adopts a voxel art style, its minimalist visuals are part of its charm.”
- “The clean and crisp visuals not only enhance the gameplay but also ensure that even players with lower-end PCs can enjoy this gem without any performance hiccups.”
- “Despite its simple visuals, the game maintains a visually appealing and cohesive aesthetic that complements its fast-paced gameplay.”
- “Game doesn't load, and when it finally does, the graphics are awful, and I can't load any maps other than the CS:GO from Wish one.”
- “Outdated graphics: in an era where stunning visuals and immersive worlds are the norm, Krunker falls flat on its face.”
- “The graphics are so bad in this game I would expect the performance to be amazing.”
story
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
70%
21%
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that the game lacks a significant story, with many users expressing a preference for gameplay over narrative. However, a few reviews highlight a deep and engaging story that rivals well-known titles, suggesting that while some players find the story minimal or absent, others appreciate its emotional depth and character development. Overall, the consensus leans towards the game being more focused on gameplay than storytelling.
- “This game is incredibly nuanced, with an extraordinarily deep, intelligent, yet still challenging story that will play with your emotions at every turn.”
- “The story is inspired, the gameplay is phenomenal, and the characters are down to earth.”
- “This game has one of the most intense and rich stories out there, good enough to rival the likes of RDR2, the entire Persona series, the Kingdom Hearts games, and much more.”
- “Story: this game doesn't have any story.”
- “This game has no story.”
- “Only gameplay, doesn't include a story.”
humor
110 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
95%
5%
The humor in the game is often described as chaotic and absurd, providing a mix of slapstick and meme-inspired comedy that is particularly enjoyable in casual settings with friends. Players find the game's mechanics and community interactions, including exaggerated reactions and playful banter, to be a source of laughter, despite some frustrations with gameplay issues and toxicity. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, making it a fun experience for those looking to unwind and share laughs.
- “Ain't nobody got time for the blues when you're busy hopping around with a rocket launcher and laughing like a hyena on meth!”
- “Conclusion, Krunker is the wacky, hilarious, and slightly deranged lovechild of a dance competition and a sniping masterclass.”
- “Fun experience and if you learn how to bunny hop and aim you'll make a lot of kids cry which is hilarious, so I recommend if you want to kill a little kid's dream.”
- “Laggy af, hacky af, not funny type stuff.”
- “+ cringe + not funny, didn’t laugh + social credits -999,999,999,999 + get good + reported.”
- “+ cringe + not funny, didn’t laugh + grammar issues + go outside + get good + reported.”
optimization
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
51%
19%
The optimization of "Krunker" has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its ability to run smoothly on lower-end systems due to its simple graphics. However, numerous users report significant performance issues, including lag, frame drops, and poor optimization on the Steam client compared to the browser version. Overall, while the game is accessible and enjoyable for many, it suffers from inconsistent performance and optimization challenges that detract from the experience.
- “Perhaps one of Krunker's most impressive achievements is its seamless performance.”
- “The visual simplicity allows for smooth performance, even on less powerful systems.”
- “Great free FPS game and well optimized, has a browser client too which is awesome.”
- “This game is so unoptimized; I have an RTX 3050 and 16GB RAM, but I am still getting 40-52 FPS. Just don't waste your time downloading this game.”
- “The game is not optimized at all; it lags at maximum specs on an average computer. It's still full of bugs (both the client and the game itself). Play it through the browser; it will work 10 times better.”
- “Extremely bad optimization; I had constant frame drops and low FPS even on 320x250 resolution with everything on low.”
monetization
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
16%
80%
The monetization model of the game has received significant criticism for being overly aggressive, featuring a plethora of ads, microtransactions, loot boxes, and subscription services, which many players feel detracts from the overall experience. While some acknowledge the need for monetization in free-to-play games, the intrusive nature of the ads and the perception of the game as a cash grab have led to widespread dissatisfaction among users. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as exploitative, overshadowing the game's potential enjoyment.
- “Krunker's monetization model strikes an admirable balance.”
- “Wish in-app purchases weren't shoved in my face all the time though.”
- “Nice movement and some good gunplay; however, it has a subscription service, NFTs, in-game purchases, and ads. It feels mostly like a phone game ported to the PC with its biggest upside being the already mentioned good movement.”
- “Yendis was already making a lot of money with the skin market, not to mention the ads everywhere on the browser version.”
- “Monetization of a decent casual game destroyed all the fun, not to mention the Steam client doesn't even work anymore on a PC with an RTX 3080ti.”
- “Spent more time closing ads and restarting my game than I did actually playing it.”
grinding
66 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
55%
41%
The consensus among players is that the game requires an excessive amount of grinding, often described as needing "a second life" to achieve meaningful progress. While some enjoy the grind as part of the experience, many find it tedious and frustrating, especially due to a lack of rewards and the presence of cheaters. Overall, the grinding aspect is a significant point of contention, with players divided on whether it enhances or detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “New players be grinding for that 500 kr spin after checking out the marketplace and still get the common skins.”
- “The netcode is bad with rubberbanding on every other server, cheating is prevalent, unlocking new guns requires a lot of grinding, and the UI is straight up revolting.”
- “While the game is fun to play, it's tedious to grind due to the lack of rewards; the game used to be better in that end but only got worse with each new update.”
stability
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
4%
93%
The stability of the game is heavily criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, FPS drops, and various bugs that significantly hinder gameplay. Many players experience issues such as loading failures, glitches during shooting, and crashes, leading to a frustrating gaming experience. While some acknowledge the game's fun aspects, the overwhelming consensus is that its stability problems make it difficult to enjoy fully.
- “You might come across some hackers, but other than that, it is a very fun game with almost no glitches.”
- “This game is amazing; it is fast-paced, fun, and not buggy.”
- “I have found some annoying graphics bugs including freezes and fps drops that make the game experience bad.”
- “The game is riddled with bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, making it difficult to fully enjoy the experience.”
- “I was really excited when I heard Krunker would be on Steam, but I was extremely let down once I played it; it's buggy, has low frame rate, and crashes easily.”
music
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
74%
11%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the ability to relax and play while listening to their own tracks, while others criticize the lack of in-game music or find it annoying. Many users recommend playing the game casually with music in the background, highlighting that it enhances the overall experience, although some express disappointment with the limited or repetitive in-game audio. Overall, the game's music aspect seems to be more about personal preference and the ability to enjoy external music rather than the game's own soundtrack.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “Great fun, grinding this game to music is the best.”
- “This game is an aimers playground, easy frags and aim warm up while blasting music; you don't get this game because it 'looks' good, you get it because it feels good.”
- “Loading screen game of the year letting you sit on the loading screen for hours on end with no music and watching the same clips over and over again, so this year's loading screen award goes to Krunker.”
- “I thought it was decent, but then anime music and characters appeared in the main menu and I uninstalled this game immediately.”
- “Music: there is no music.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
27%
27%
Overall, the game offers high replayability due to its fast-paced matches and a blend of skill and strategy, making it enjoyable for multiplayer sessions. However, some players note that it can become repetitive over time, leading to moments of boredom. Despite this, many still find it infinitely replayable, especially with the enhancements provided by the Steam client.
- “Matches are fast, frenetic, and endlessly replayable, with a perfect balance of skill-based combat and tactical decision-making.”
- “✅ infinitely replayable (cuz multiplayer)”
- “☑️ infinitely replayable”
- “Replay value/replayability; honestly this game can get really boring sometimes.”
- “Replay value/replayability; honestly this game can get really boring sometimes.”
- “Replayability is lacking, making it hard to stay engaged after the first playthrough.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game emotionally engaging, highlighting its heartfelt character moments and a compelling story that resonates deeply. The combination of epic boss battles and unexpected humor adds to the overall emotional experience, making it both wholesome and memorable. However, some technical issues, like screen flickering, can detract from the immersion.
- “Very wholesome game.”
- “Great story, heartfelt character moments, epic boss battles.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere of the game is largely perceived as toxic and hostile, which significantly undermines the overall enjoyment and experience, particularly for new players.
- “This toxic environment detracts from any potential enjoyment one might find in the game and creates a hostile atmosphere for new players.”