NetGunner

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NetGunner is a multiplayer arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Timesink and was released on October 12, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

NetGunner delivers intense multiplayer competition in the style of a twin-stick shooter, with a theme based around computer hacking. Players have access to multiple types of weapons to damage and throw opponents around the map. The last surviving player wins the round.

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Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay1 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game is really fun and offers enjoyable gameplay with a simple style.
It features a variety of distinct guns and impressive polish, especially in the menus.
The fast-paced nature of the game and easy controls make it accessible and engaging.

The game suffers from technical issues, such as crashing when changing maps or games.
Visuals can be disorienting, and the retro pixel art style may not appeal to everyone.
There is a lack of single-player content, which may limit its long-term appeal and player engagement.

graphics
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users finding the retro pixel art style disorienting and of poor quality compared to contemporary standards. The lack of customization options for resolution and controls further detracts from the visual experience. While the game is fast-paced, it struggles to deliver a polished visual presentation.
- “Fast game with modern day graphics with easy controls that moves from location A to B to C and so on.”
- “This 2D top-down retro pixel twin-stick PvP arena shooter is of particularly poor quality both in terms of technical implementation and artwork/delivery.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete retro pixel 'art' as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “Resolution and controls are locked, and can't be changed or customized to improve the visuals or the control experience.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is enjoyable and straightforward, though players have reported issues with crashes when switching games or maps. Additionally, there is a desire for more cosmetic options, weapons, and maps to enhance the overall experience.
- “This game is really fun; it focuses on gameplay with a simple style. I hope the developers can address the crashing issues when changing games or maps. It would be even more enjoyable with additional cosmetics, weapons, and maps.”
story
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The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking, with players relying on interactions with others to fill the narrative void, suggesting that the game does not effectively incorporate storytelling or level design elements.
- “The students gambled that other players would be an acceptable substitute for adding storytelling, level design, etc. to the game.”