Machine Gun Train Run

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Machine Gun Train Run is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Party Robot Studio and was released on February 26, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Take control of international commandos in this 2D run n' gun shooter and deliver furious justice to the A.S.S.H.A.T. criminal organization.

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Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

Machine Gun Train Run delivers fast-paced, chaotic action reminiscent of classic 2D run-and-gun shooters, making it a fun and accessible experience.
The game features local co-op play, allowing friends to team up and enjoy the explosive gameplay together, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
Its vibrant pixel art style and upbeat soundtrack create an engaging atmosphere that complements the frantic gameplay.

The game lacks depth, with limited enemy variety and no upgrades or character-specific abilities, leading to a repetitive experience after a few playthroughs.
The difficulty curve can be uneven, with sudden spikes in challenge that may rely more on memorization than skill, which can feel frustrating.
The short campaign length and simplistic mechanics may not provide enough content for players seeking a more substantial gaming experience.

gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Machine Gun Train Run" is characterized by its simplicity and fast-paced action, reminiscent of classic arcade games. While it features a limited variety of enemies and a short campaign, the game compensates with tight controls, cooperative play, and an engaging retro aesthetic, making for a fun and adrenaline-fueled experience. Overall, it offers enjoyable gun-based mechanics and a nostalgic feel, despite some repetitive elements.
- “The gameplay structure of Machine Gun Train Run is pure simplicity, designed to get players into the action immediately.”
- “Its thrilling gameplay and retro graphics make it an exciting, adrenaline-fueled experience.”
- “The game’s flaws—short length, limited enemy diversity, and repetitive gameplay—are easy to notice, yet they’re offset by its tight controls, cooperative play, and unapologetic commitment to action.”
- “Enemies range from ground soldiers and jetpack troopers to drones and mechanical bosses, and while the variety is limited, the game compensates with sheer volume.”
- “Its brief campaign, simple mechanics, and exaggerated humor all reflect an honest homage to old-school arcade design.”
graphics
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The game's graphics feature a nostalgic low-resolution, pixelated 2D art style reminiscent of the 16-bit era, complemented by colorful and inviting visuals that enhance gameplay clarity. While some reviews highlight repetitive elements and a lack of depth, others praise the crisp hand-drawn graphics and upbeat sound design, contributing to an engaging experience. Overall, the visuals evoke a retro charm, though opinions vary on their execution and appeal.
- “Its thrilling gameplay and retro graphics make it an exciting, adrenaline-fueled experience.”
- “The hand-drawn graphics are crisp and easy on the eyes; nothing is too hard to see when it's coming at you.”
- “The graphics in Machine Gun Train Run are quite repetitive, and you can't crouch either, which I guess could add to the challenge.”
- “A flash game with horrible graphics, horrible music, horrible controls, horrible name, horrible bugs, horrible price... you got it.”
- “Visually, the game sticks to a low-resolution, pixelated 2D art style that evokes nostalgia for the 16-bit era.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the upbeat electronic tracks that enhance the energy and excitement, others find the music bland and forgettable. Overall, the sound design effectively complements the visuals, with satisfying sound effects accompanying the gameplay.
- “The sound design matches the visuals with equal simplicity: the soundtrack pumps out upbeat, high-tempo electronic tracks that keep the energy flowing, while weapon fire and explosions carry a satisfying crunch.”
- “Good music, contra-like style gameplay.”
- “The music is excellent, totally gets me jacked and ready for the day.”
- “A flash game with horrible graphics, horrible music, horrible controls, horrible name, horrible bugs, horrible price... you got it.”
- “Music is bland.”
- “Train run is a mindless, side-scrolling shooter featuring forgettable enemies, forgettable music, forgettable 'story' and forgettable art.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is set in a tongue-in-cheek, absurd 2033, where two heroes combat a villainous organization, emphasizing action over serious narrative. While the campaign is brief with only four missions, players appreciate the moral of perseverance amidst chaos, though many find the overall storytelling and enemies to be forgettable.
- “Set in the year 2033, the story follows two heavily armed heroes, Sledgevessel and The Hammer, as they battle against a villainous organization known as A.S.S.H.A.T.”
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “The premise is deliberately absurd and tongue-in-cheek, serving as a backdrop for nonstop action rather than serious storytelling.”
- “Train Run is a mindless, side-scrolling shooter featuring forgettable enemies, forgettable music, forgettable 'story' and forgettable art.”
- “- Low content, I believe there's only 4 missions in the campaign, along with survival and speedrun modes.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively combines old-school side-scrolling shooter elements with a quirky sense of humor and a futuristic setting, creating a nostalgic yet fresh experience. Its exaggerated humor and chaotic gameplay pay homage to classic arcade design, appealing to fans of retro-style shooters. Overall, it delivers a compact and energetic experience filled with style and comedic flair.
- “The game embraces the spirit of old-school side-scrolling shooters like Contra or Metal Slug, while injecting its own quirky sense of humor and futuristic setting.”
- “Its brief campaign, simple mechanics, and exaggerated humor all reflect an honest homage to old-school arcade design.”
- “For players who appreciate retro-style shooters or miss the frantic simplicity of arcade action, Machine Gun Train Run offers a compact, energetic experience that knows exactly what it wants to be—and delivers it with style, humor, and a satisfying sense of chaos.”
replayability
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The game offers high replayability due to its short campaign, which can be completed in under an hour, encouraging players to revisit it multiple times rather than relying on length for engagement.
- “Each playthrough offers new challenges and surprises, making it hard to put down.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes encourages you to replay the game multiple times to experience everything it has to offer.”
- “The short length of the campaign means you can finish the game in under an hour, but it’s built for replay value rather than length.”
- “Once you complete the game, there’s little incentive to go back and play it again.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel pointless.”