RetroGunX

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RetroGunX is a single player action game. It was developed by AppsByBrats and was released on September 5, 2017. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Miss playing those 8-bit, button-bashing, classic arcade-style cabinet and cartridge games from the 70s and 80s? Ever wanted to experience the intense action from the point of view of the hero within the game? Now you can, in VIRTUAL REALITY.Take down wave after wave of unique enemies, each with their own style of movement and attack, and reminiscent of the art style (graphics capability) of the d…

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

gameplay2 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Strong nostalgic arcade-style experience with 80's pixel art, sound effects, and varied unique waves of enemies.
Engaging gameplay that rewards progress and weapon upgrades; many players find it highly fun and addictive.
Developer is active and responsive to community feedback, showing promise for ongoing improvements.

Game has performance and stability issues including crashes and low FPS on some systems.
Long weapon upgrade grind and slow progression can create tedious gameplay pacing.
Compatibility limited to certain VR headsets and controls do not work with newer Oculus systems.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The graphics are bright, colorful, and evoke a nostalgic 8-bit style that fits the game's retro theme. While visually appealing and fun, some users note performance issues like low FPS during recording. Overall, the graphics are praised for their distinctive and refreshing aesthetic.
- “The sound effects and graphics are so totally evocative of that era.”
- “It's bright, colorful graphics and 8-bit sound style are fun and refreshing, and although a wave shooter, every wave has completely different enemies.”
- “In RetroGunX, there is no shield, which makes weapon switching during waves more strategic due to slow recharge times. I have no problem playing both, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
- “While recording, I got a low FPS even though I can get 90+ FPS while recording Fallout 4 VR with vivid Fallout all-in-one, 4K Pip-Boy, and 4K graphics mods installed.”
- “In RetroGunX, there is no shield, which affects gameplay, and while it makes sense to switch weapons during waves due to slow recharge time, this impacts the graphics-related experience.”
- “The sound effects and graphics are evocative of that era, but this may imply outdated or simplistic visuals compared to modern standards.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The removal of the original soundtrack due to copyright issues has significantly weakened the game's audio experience, leaving it feeling poor and incomplete.
- “Recently the soundtrack was removed to get rid of a copyright claim, which has left the audio feeling pretty horrible.”
- “Recently the soundtrack was removed to get rid of a copyright claim, which has left the audio feeling pretty horrible.”
- “It needs a soundtrack, optimizations, better and more weapons, and bug fixes.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay emphasizes weapon switching during waves due to slow recharge times and encourages actively shooting incoming shots rather than blocking or dodging. This approach fosters innovative and clever mechanics, offering a distinct experience separate from visuals.
- “In RetroGunX there is no shield, which makes it logical to switch weapons during waves instead of only between waves due to their slow recharge time (unless upgrades are unlocked). You tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block or dodge them, enhancing the gameplay experience.”
- “This often leads to great innovations and clever mechanics.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story is minimal and primarily centered around a simple "kill everyone" premise, emphasizing action over narrative depth. Players are encouraged to focus on shooting gameplay rather than expecting a complex plot.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is challenging and can be enjoyable, but the heavy grind combined with infrequent updates may make it better suited for purchase only during deep sales.