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 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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83%

Audience ScoreBased on 24 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

RetroGunX perfectly captures the nostalgic feel, sound, and graphics of classic arcade games, making it a delightful experience for fans of retro gaming.
Each wave in the game introduces unique enemies with different attack patterns, providing a refreshing challenge and variety that keeps gameplay engaging.
The developer is actively engaged with the community and shows a willingness to improve the game based on player feedback, indicating strong potential for future updates.

The game suffers from a significant grind, with weapon upgrades taking too long to unlock, which can lead to repetitive and tiresome gameplay.
Recent updates have caused technical issues, including crashes and performance problems, detracting from the overall experience.
The removal of the soundtrack due to copyright issues has negatively impacted the audio experience, leaving it feeling incomplete.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
37%
25%
The graphics in the game are praised for their vibrant, colorful style that evokes a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of classic eras, complemented by 8-bit sound effects. However, some users experienced performance issues, such as low frame rates during recording, despite having high specifications for other games. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the gameplay experience.
- “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, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
- “And while recording, I got a low FPS even though I can get 90+ 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; it makes sense to switch weapons during waves instead of only between waves due to their slow recharge time (without their upgrades unlocked), and you tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block them or dodge them... so I have no problem owning and playing both, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The removal of the soundtrack due to copyright issues has significantly detracted from the audio experience, leaving players feeling that the game lacks essential musical elements. Users are calling for the reintroduction of a soundtrack, alongside other improvements like optimizations and bug fixes.
- “Recently the soundtrack was removed to get rid of a copyright claim, which has left the audio feeling pretty horrible.”
- “So all in all it needs a soundtrack, optimizations, better and more weapons, and bug fixes.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The gameplay in Retrogunx is characterized by a lack of shields, encouraging players to switch weapons frequently during waves due to slow recharge times. This design choice promotes a more aggressive playstyle, where players focus on shooting incoming shots rather than dodging or blocking, resulting in innovative mechanics that enhance the overall experience.
- “In Retrogunx, there is no shield, which makes it necessary to switch weapons during waves instead of only between them due to their slow recharge time (without their upgrades unlocked). You tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block or dodge them, so I have no problem enjoying both, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
- “This often leads to great innovations and clever mechanics.”
- “In Retrogunx, there is no shield, which makes it necessary to switch weapons during waves instead of only between them due to their slow recharge time (without their upgrades unlocked). You tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block or dodge them, so I have no problem enjoying both, one for its graphics and the other for its gameplay.”
- “In Retrogunx, there is no shield, which makes it necessary to switch weapons during waves instead of only between them due to their slow recharge time (without their upgrades unlocked). You tend to shoot incoming shots rather than block or dodge them.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's story is minimal, primarily revolving around the simple premise of "kill everyone." Players are not expected to engage with a deep narrative, as the focus is on action and shooting gameplay.
- “There isn't much of a story except 'kill everyone,' but you didn't come here for a story; you came here to shoot things, and shoot things you shall.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a significant drawback, leading to a recommendation to purchase it only on deep sale despite its fun and challenging gameplay. The lack of updates further contributes to this sentiment, suggesting that while the game has potential, the grinding may deter some players.
- “It still is super fun and challenging, but the lack of updates and the grinding involved make me now say buy on deep, deep sale, but then get an awesome game and deal.”