Rubber Ducky and the Rainbow Gun
- December 15, 2015
- John Szymanski
- 5h median play time
Get on Steam"Rubber Ducky and the Rainbow Gun" is a quirky and vibrant first-person shooter game. Players take on the role of the titular Rubber Ducky, armed with a rainbow gun, as they traverse through colorful levels and battle against a variety of enemies. The game features fast-paced action and a unique art style, making for a one-of-a-kind gaming experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a fun and charming experience with good voice acting, gameplay mechanics, and a humorous story, making it enjoyable for its low price.
- It features various modes, including a speedrun mode and endless mode, along with secrets to discover in each level, enhancing replayability.
- Despite its simplicity, the game provides a unique and quirky experience that many players find entertaining and worth the investment.
- The graphics are considered subpar and lack visual appeal, with many reviewers describing them as lazy and untextured.
- The game is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content after completing it.
- There are technical issues, including crashes and performance problems, which detract from the overall experience.
- story13 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its charm and engaging narrative, featuring good voice acting and a captivating backstory that unfolds as players progress. Many reviewers appreciate the whimsical, children's storybook feel, complemented by pleasant music and a humorous tone. While some find the mission intros slightly annoying, the overall consensus is that the story enhances the gameplay experience significantly.
“The game made me feel like I was playing out of a children's storybook (in a good way).”
“Music is great, story is superb, and gameplay is also fantastic.”
“Every minute I spent 100%ing this game for those sweet, sweet Steam achievements, I felt captivated watching Ducky's backstory unfurl before my eyes.”
“Intros to missions are kind of annoying, but hitting spacebar skips, so whatever.”
“You know what else is groundbreaking? The story.”
- music13 mentions
- 77 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and fittingness, with many reviewers describing it as great, epic, and well-executed. However, some users noted that the soundtrack can be ear-piercing in certain levels, particularly level 4, and there are complaints about the pricing of the soundtrack. Overall, the music significantly enhances the gameplay experience.
“Very well executed game with a great soundtrack, 4th wall breaks and bullet hell style of gameplay.”
“The music is very awesome and epic.”
“And the music is just fantastic; I love the soundtrack.”
“The only cons I would say this game has is that on level 4 the OST is a bit ear-piercing (headphone users, be careful) and the game is a bit short.”
“The fact that you're charging for a terrible soundtrack to boot is ludicrous.”
- gameplay9 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is praised for its engaging mechanics, fun story, and excellent voice acting, with many highlighting the enjoyable bullet hell style and great soundtrack. However, some players found the developer's narration of game controls to be annoying, detracting from the experience. Despite this, the majority of reviews reflect a strong appreciation for the gameplay quality and value.
“Good voice acting, gameplay, and mechanics with a fun story.”
“Very well executed game with a great soundtrack, 4th wall breaks, and bullet hell style of gameplay.”
“Really solid gameplay at a great price.”
- humor9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is a standout feature, characterized by quirky commentary, amusing narratives involving rubber ducks, and a mix of strange quips that enhance the overall experience. While many players appreciate the funny writing and entertaining elements, some find the developer's attempts at humor during gameplay to be more irritating than amusing. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm, contributing to the game's replay value despite some mixed reactions.
“Short but awesome little bullet hell with a neat sense of humor.”
“Funny commentary along with ducks, what more can you ask for?”
“It's full of strange humor and quips.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as poorly executed and lacking effort, while others appreciate the quirky and humorous art style. Overall, the visuals seem to evoke strong reactions, ranging from disappointment to enjoyment, depending on individual perspectives.
“The graphics in this game are groundbreaking too; you are a square duck.”
“Edited review: 9/10. The game's art style is fun and cute, and it is filled with random stuff that just makes you want to laugh.”
“The graphics here are some of the worst, laziest attempts at video game 'art' I've ever seen.”
“It's hard to suggest this game even has graphics.”
“It's clear the developer didn't even try to produce any real graphics for the game and just phoned it in.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that Gamemaker Studio is often associated with the creation of low-effort, retro-style games that are perceived as cash grabs, suggesting a negative view of its monetization practices.
“Gamemaker Studio is most commonly used to make retro pixel shovelware and cash grabs.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some bugs, but overall, it remains charming and enjoyable, making it fun to play and replay despite its stability issues.
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game entertaining and humorous, contributing to its overall replay value, suggesting that it remains enjoyable even after multiple playthroughs.
“This game is entertaining, funny, and has a significant replay value.”
“The variety of choices and outcomes keeps me coming back for more.”
“Each playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the different paths and strategies available.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game evokes a nostalgic and whimsical emotional experience, reminiscent of a children's storybook, which enhances their overall enjoyment.
“The game made me feel like I was playing out of a children's storybook (in a good way).”
