Rolling Gunner

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Rolling Gunner is a single player arcade shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Project Rolling Gunner and was released on December 21, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Rolling Gunner" is a 2D side-scrolling shooter where players control a rolling gun to dodge bullets and advance through stages. Online ranking is available for players to compete. The "Over Power" DLC offers an exhilarating twin-stick shooter experience. The game's story is set in a world dependent on BAC, which controls transportation and weapons, and follows a group that foresees the dangers of this dependence.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 64 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Rolling Gunner features superb gameplay with a unique rolling gun mechanic that enhances the shooting experience and adds depth to the gameplay.
The game has a fantastic soundtrack that elevates the overall experience, making it one of the top shmups available on Steam.
It offers a balanced difficulty that caters to both beginners and experienced players, with engaging scoring mechanics that encourage risky play.

The game is very short, consisting of only six stages, which may leave players wanting more content.
There are issues with control schemes, including nonsensical keyboard controls that are not remappable and problems with controller functionality.
The graphics are considered plain and reminiscent of late 90s fan games, which may disappoint players looking for a more visually impressive experience.

gameplay
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Rolling Gunner is highly praised for its balance, addictive nature, and engaging mechanics, making it a standout scrolling shooter. Players appreciate the intuitive controls, significant bullet counts, and the seamless integration of audio and visual elements that enhance the overall experience. While the visuals may be considered plain, the game's tight design and innovative features, especially with the Overpower DLC, contribute to a compelling and immersive gameplay experience.
- “The beauty of Rolling Gunner is in its style and gameplay; the difficulty is just right, and the game feels very balanced and addictive.”
- “This game is tightly designed with super engaging moment-to-moment gameplay and comes with an outstanding presentation and soundtrack to seal the deal.”
- “Everything, such as gameplay and score mechanics, level and enemy design, and sound, is made carefully and fits perfectly.”
- “The [i]overpower[/i] DLC makes it even better, introducing several new mechanics alongside twin-stick controls, and a remixed soundtrack which isn't as good.”
- “The scoring mechanics aren't complicated.”
- “Everything, such as gameplay and score mechanics, level/enemy design, and sound, is made carefully and fits perfectly.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the gameplay experience, with energetic soundtracks that vary by level and memorable audio stings that stick with players. While some tracks are described as generic electronica, others evoke nostalgia, and the overall presentation, including mini-motion comic outro scenes, effectively complements the slick gameplay. The addition of a remixed soundtrack in the DLC offers players the option to choose their preferred music, further enriching the experience.
- “Killing a boss gets you a short outro scene, each level outro is like a mini-motion comic. The audio stings that play stick in the head, the soundtrack keeps your energy high and gives each level a different feel, each level feels like an escalation of your conflict. The pacing and presentation are on-point, reinforcing the slick gameplay and sucking you further into the game itself.”
- “It isn't graphically amazing but oh my goodness, that soundtrack - [i]Rolling Gunner[/i] is a testament to what music can do for a game, amplifying the intensity comfortably past eleven.”
- “This game is tightly designed with super engaging moment-to-moment gameplay and comes with an outstanding presentation and soundtrack to seal the deal.”
- “Visuals are kinda eschatos-like, with a pretty generic electronica soundtrack and one track that reminds me of the old Charlie & the Chocolate Factory 'World of Imagination' song (5th level).”
- “The [i]overpower[/i] DLC makes it even better, introducing several new mechanics alongside twin-stick controls, and a remixed soundtrack which isn't as good.”
- “Visuals are kinda eschatos-like, with a pretty generic electronica soundtrack and one track that reminds me of the old Charlie & the Chocolate Factory 'World of Imagination' song (5th level).”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of *Rolling Gunner* are described as clean and modern, though they are considered to be on a mobile-tier level and not graphically impressive. The visuals have an eschatos-like quality, which, while not groundbreaking, complement the game's strong soundtrack that significantly enhances the overall experience.
- “Rolling Gunner's art style is clean and modern.”
- “Visuals are kind of Eschatos-like, with a pretty generic electronica soundtrack and one track that reminds me of the old Charlie & the Chocolate Factory 'World of Imagination' song (5th level).”
- “It isn't graphically amazing, but oh my goodness, that soundtrack - Rolling Gunner is a testament to what music can do for a game, amplifying the intensity comfortably past eleven.”
- “Only downside is the mobile-tier graphics.”
- “Visuals are kinda eschatos-like, with pretty generic electronica soundtrack and one track that reminds me of the old Charlie & the Chocolate Factory 'World of Imagination' song (5th level).”
- “Only downside is the mobile-tier graphics.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Rolling Gunner" is enhanced by its engaging presentation, where players focus on collecting swirling gold medals that merge into larger ones, culminating in battles against bosses. This unique gameplay mechanic adds depth to the narrative experience, distinguishing it from other side-scrollers.
- “This isn't the whole story, however - what elevates Rolling Gunner a few notches above other great side-scrollers is its presentation.”
- “Depending on the game type, your whole mission was to have gold medals swirling around you until they merged into bigger medals and collect them all when flipping back or finding a big boss or something to launch all your katanas into, Progear bomb style.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game demonstrates excellent stability, particularly noted for its smooth performance on the Steam Deck. Users consistently report a positive experience without significant issues.
- “Also runs great on Steam Deck.”