Platform Gun

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A gun that shoots platforms! Platform Gun is a puzzle platformer where you shoot platforms with your gun that can be used for both traversal and combat. Platform gun is a complete free experience that should take around 30 minutes to complete. Features Explore the Reinheart Space Station Scale Heights with the Platform Gun Glide to areas at incredible speed with the Platform Gun Solve Puzzl…

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The platform gun mechanic is unique and well-executed, providing fun and engaging gameplay.
The game has a charming atmosphere and solid puzzle design, leaving players wanting more.
Controls are smooth and intuitive, making the gameplay enjoyable despite the minimalist visuals.

The game is short, which may leave some players wanting more content.
There are several bugs and janky mechanics, such as falling through platforms and awkward level design.
The visuals are basic and may not appeal to everyone, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a unique platform gun mechanic that adds depth and fun, despite some rough edges in movement and level design. While the visuals are considered subpar, the core mechanics and atmosphere evoke nostalgia and provide an engaging experience, particularly for fans of platform games. Overall, the game offers interesting puzzles and a compelling concept, though it could benefit from further refinement.
- “I really like the platform gun mechanic, and the atmosphere of the game is actually really cool and mysterious. It reminds me of the flash games I used to play as a kid and also of Super Metroid.”
- “The ride and speeding up bullets mechanic is used in a lot of different ways.”
- “The puzzles are awesome, the background music is great! I love the simple mechanic of the platform gun.”
- “The movement is really fun, but it's a bit rough around the edges with the puzzles being more about remembering a network of gates and batteries (timed buttons) rather than solving an actual puzzle. The mechanics and level design can be improved; you sometimes fall through platforms for seemingly no reason, especially on very steep ones, and some spots are really awkward where you need just a bit more than a full jump height of vertical movement. However, the concept has a lot of potential and leaves you wanting more.”
- “The graphics are terrible, sure, but the core mechanics are fun.”
- “Anyway, the game's really cool, although the visuals aren't that great, the gameplay is incredible.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered basic and not impressive, with some reviewers describing them as terrible, while others find them acceptable. Despite the visual shortcomings, many players appreciate the engaging gameplay and mechanics, suggesting that the fun factor outweighs the lackluster visuals. Overall, the graphics may not stand out, but they do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
- “The graphics aren't horrible; they're fine.”
- “Was more fun than the visuals let on, with some really satisfying obstacles to overcome.”
- “The platform gun idea itself could lend itself to many interesting puzzle ideas.”
- “The graphics are terrible, sure, but the core mechanics are fun.”
- “The game's really cool, although the visuals aren't that great; the gameplay is incredible.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is praised for its cool and mysterious vibe, evoking nostalgia for classic flash games and titles like Super Metroid. Despite its amateur art style, it effectively captures an engaging and immersive environment.
- “I really like the platform gun mechanic, and the atmosphere of the game is actually really cool and mysterious. It reminds me of the flash games I used to play as a kid, as well as Super Metroid.”
- “This game really nails the atmosphere despite the amateur art.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users express disappointment with the story, noting that the initial cutscene raised their expectations for a more engaging narrative.
- “Based on the cutscene at the beginning, I was expecting more of a story.”
- “The plot felt disjointed and lacked depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development was minimal, leaving me feeling disconnected from the story.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find humor in the game's unexpected situations, such as starting without a weapon despite having made significant progress, highlighting the game's ability to create amusing and ironic moments.
- “It's kind of funny that I started the game without any weapons and still managed to save all my progress by the end.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The background music in the game is highly praised, enhancing the overall experience alongside the engaging puzzles and simple mechanics of the platform gun.
- “The puzzles are awesome, and the background music is great! I love the simple mechanic of the platform gun.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is inconsistent, with players experiencing issues such as falling through platforms and awkward jump mechanics, particularly on steep surfaces. While the movement is enjoyable and the concept shows promise, the level design and puzzle mechanics require refinement to enhance overall stability.
- “The movement is really fun, but it's a bit rough around the edges. You sometimes fall through platforms for seemingly no reason, and very steep ones are especially buggy. Some spots are really awkward where you need just a bit more than a full jump height of vertical movement.”