Project Gunship

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Project Gunship is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Sklorite Studios LLC and was released on August 31, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Project Gunship is a single-player simulation game currently in early access, offering an authentic AC-130 Gunship combat experience. The game aims to provide a detailed and immersive simulation, with features such as multiple gun configurations, day and night missions, and different target types. As an alpha release, improvements and updates are regularly added based on player feedback."

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 678 reviews

story40 positive mentions

stability15 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential and offers a unique experience for fans of AC-130 gunship gameplay.
The developer is passionate and actively engages with the community, providing regular updates and improvements.
The graphics and sound design are impressive, creating an immersive atmosphere for players.

Currently, the game lacks content, with only a few modes available, leading to repetitive gameplay.
There are significant bugs and issues with hit registration, making combat feel unsatisfying at times.
The controls can be unintuitive and require adjustment, which may frustrate new players.

story
220 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
75%
7%
The game's story aspect is currently minimal, with no overarching narrative or campaign, primarily featuring individual missions and a horde mode centered around zombie scenarios. Players express a strong desire for more realistic, military-themed missions that reflect historical conflicts, as well as the addition of a structured campaign to enhance engagement. While the game captures the essence of classic AC-130 missions from the Call of Duty series, it is still in early access and lacks sufficient content to fully satisfy players' expectations.
- “This game has such a high potential ahead of itself, as someone who really enjoyed the gunship missions in games like Call of Duty, this has been a really fun addition to missions like that.”
- “If you enjoyed the one fire mission in Call of Duty, then you'll absolutely love this game.”
- “I too, have longed for more action out of Call of Duty from the requisite AC-130 mission and we are blessed with such an awesome game.”
- “If there was some kind of story or campaign, it'd probably quadruple my play time.”
- “My only complaint is that there are far too many pointless zombie missions and not enough actual scenario missions.”
- “However, campaign, realistic scenarios, and actual missions are yet to come.”
gameplay
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
61%
5%
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its solid mechanics and immersive experience, with many players finding it enjoyable and challenging. However, it is marred by bugs and a lack of comprehensive tutorials, which can lead to frustration and hinder progression. Despite these issues, the game shows potential for growth, especially with ongoing updates and community engagement from the developers.
- “But it is very fun to play, and when you understand all the mechanics, it's quite difficult to master.”
- “Its mechanics are amazing, and the missions are challenging, which gives it an immersive feeling.”
- “I gotta say that Project Gunship delivers it quite well, and the gameplay is really good overall.”
- “Like others have said, it is a buggy mess that seems to have a new fatal gameplay flaw every time the developer updates it.”
- “However, there are currently several aspects of the gameplay that make the experience frustrating.”
- “There is no tutorial to help you with the awful controls and gameplay.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
59%
32%
9%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their quality and immersive effects, particularly in terms of realism and visual appeal. However, some users highlight issues with optimization, particularly for lower-end PCs, and express a desire for further improvements and updates. While the visuals are generally considered good to great, there are criticisms regarding specific elements like interface design and performance stability.
- “The graphics are amazing, with movement and effects that really enhance the experience.”
- “Fantastic graphics, not too simple, not unnecessarily realistic.”
- “The wonderful graphics of the Unreal Engine only add to the enjoyment of every mission played.”
- “Easy to run, but is laggy for lower-end PCs unless you are zoomed in and have your graphics set to the lowest possible settings.”
- “Very poor graphics, poor interface, and not worth the cheap price.”
- “It was so boring that I refunded it after 25 minutes of playtime; the graphics are awful, and there are no features available, despite it being out for almost a year now.”
stability
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
88%
The stability of the game is currently a major concern, with numerous users reporting it as a "buggy mess" filled with glitches, unresponsive controls, and frequent game freezes. While some players acknowledge the game's potential and smooth gameplay in certain areas, the overall experience is marred by persistent issues, particularly in the tutorial and gameplay mechanics. Many recommend waiting for further development before purchasing due to these stability problems.
- “The game plays smoothly, and I've experienced no glitches to distract from the gameplay.”
- “The foundation looks really promising and is relatively bug-free.”
- “Could be really great, but it's a buggy mess in its current state.”
- “Like others have said, it is a buggy mess that seems to have a new fatal gameplay flaw every time the developer updates it.”
- “Great potential, but the early access version is a buggy mess. I can't recommend buying it.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the mechanics and potential for future content, many express disappointment over the current lack of variety and missions. Although there are a few modes available, the limited content makes it feel barebones at present. However, there is optimism that with future updates, the game could develop into one with significantly higher replay value.
- “The mechanics are phenomenal; I love the replayability it has to offer.”
- “Totally worth getting! It's going to be a bit before you get more than 10 missions, but we have 4 available modes, all varying in replayability.”
- “Updated review: If you are at all interested in drones, UAVs, or the AC130, just buy it! It's more replayable than most games double the cost.”
- “But, there is a lack of content and not much replayability for what is currently in the game.”
- “But, of course, be warned that as of right now there isn't much in the way of replayability or content, but it is otherwise a pretty decent game.”
- “The game has an interesting concept, but honestly, there's just so little going on for replayability that I just don't think it's currently worth it.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that grinding in the game can be tedious, with some players feeling it requires excessive time investment, likening it to needing "a second life." However, others appreciate that the variety of weapons and scenarios helps alleviate some of the monotony typically associated with grinding. Overall, while grinding is present, it is not as burdensome as in other games.
- “Zombie Gunship, but with proper rounds landing delay and no grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “There is no easy guidance showing what key does which function, making it tediously difficult to map to the controller, and at that point, I asked for a refund.”
- “This doesn't get as tedious as those; however, due to the larger array of weaponry and better scenarios.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Despite being in early access for three years, the game continues to face optimization issues, particularly with graphics and performance during intense gameplay scenarios. While players appreciate its potential and overall quality, many agree that significant improvements are needed to enhance the gaming experience.
- “Awesome game, but really needs graphics optimization, overall rating: 8/10.”
- “- Some performance issues when firing high caliber weapons.”
- “Still has optimization issues after 3 years in early access and promises of a coming 1.0 release.”
- “Some performance issues when firing high caliber weapons.”
- “The game is great and shows a lot of promise but really needs some work on optimization.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game particularly impactful, highlighted by a memorial that honors every crew member lost in combat, which adds a touching layer to the experience. The inclusion of these heartfelt tributes enhances the game's emotional depth, making players reflect on the sacrifices made.
- “Every time you close the game, you are presented with a memorial featuring the names of every single crew member killed in action, broken down by each AC-130 lost in combat. It is a small, but genuinely touching inclusion.”
- “The memorial for the fallen AC-130 gunships and their crew is a heartwarming detail!”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate a mixed perception of the game's monetization, with some users accusing the developers of prioritizing profit over quality, labeling it a "cash grab." There are calls for stricter standards on early access titles to prevent exploitation of players through extended monetization strategies.
- “I wish Steam had higher standards for what is expected in early access and the ridiculous timelines devs are allowed to have to maximize the 'cash grab'.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It seems like the developers are more focused on making money than delivering a quality game.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
Reviews suggest that the game's music is lacking, with one user recommending the developer focus more on improving the game's quality rather than engaging in discussions. Additionally, the absence of music in the trailer highlights the overall deficiency in this aspect.
- “The trailer is what you get, without the music.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its tricky yet amusing gameplay, particularly in the wavemode, and the entertaining training arena. Players appreciate the realistic ragdoll physics and satisfying destruction, which contribute to a fun experience reminiscent of comedic moments in classic missions. Overall, it serves as an enjoyable time-waster that effectively blends challenge with humor.
- “The wavemode is even in easy quite tricky but still funny.”
- “There is also a very handy training arena which is actually a lot of fun and helpful. The destruction is satisfactory and the body ragdolls are hilariously realistic. Well done and thanks to the developer!”
- “If you want a good time-waster because you're bored or otherwise want to feel that funny COD mission again in a new format, then this is for you.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
33%
The atmosphere is characterized by a solid foundation that evokes an eerie feeling, as players experience a sense of detachment from ground combat, enhanced by the ambient sounds of the engine and the protagonist's breathing.
- “The game has a solid foundation, creating an eerie atmosphere as you feel detached from the combat on the ground, surrounded by the humming of the engine and the sound of your character's breathing.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into a world that feels both alive and haunting.”
- “Every corner of the environment is filled with detail, enhancing the overall atmosphere and making each moment feel significant.”
- “Solid foundation, but the atmosphere feels a bit eerie as you are kind of detached from the combat on the ground, surrounded by the humming of the engine and your character's breathing.”