Rum & Gun

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Rum & Gun is a pirate-themed roguelite shooter set in the Caribbean. Battle through enemy ships and forts, collecting loot and upgrades along the way. Fight your way to the end boss, evading traps and using your arsenal of weapons and abilities to secure victory.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 296 reviews

gameplay34 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging ARPG experience with a unique pirate theme, featuring various weapons and mechanics that keep combat interesting.
It's an excellent value for money, providing a surprising amount of content and replayability for a low price, especially considering it's developed by a single person.
The gameplay is addictive and reminiscent of classic ARPGs like Diablo, with charming graphics and a humorous storyline that adds to the overall enjoyment.

The game suffers from some technical issues, including awkward controls, bugs, and a lack of optimization that can hinder the overall experience.
The graphics and animations feel outdated, which may detract from the enjoyment for players expecting more modern visuals.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as enemy spawning and the leveling system, can feel unbalanced or confusing, leading to frustration during play.

gameplay
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
53%
4%
The gameplay is highly engaging and addictive, featuring a mix of action, loot mechanics, and character progression reminiscent of ARPGs like Diablo. Players appreciate the variety of unique mechanics, such as ship gameplay and active reload systems, which enhance the combat experience. While some users noted minor bugs and clunky interactions, the overall consensus is that the gameplay is fun, intuitive, and well-crafted, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
- “The gameplay is quite fun; it feels like a more arcadey Diablo.”
- “A true hidden gem, this game is similar to a Diablo-like experience but sets itself apart from that with its unique gameplay features.”
- “This ARPG by a solo dev is just brimmed with details, a well-crafted gameplay loop, clearly just a lot of love poured into it.”
- “The mechanics are shitty, the story isn't nice, and the save system is so bad; overall, it's just an okay game; it shouldn't be overwhelmingly positive!”
- “There are some rough edges to be improved; movement could be smoother, crowd control is lacking, so the gameplay is mostly drawing aggro and backing away. Combat could be more dynamic.”
- “The mechanics and interactions are sometimes a bit clunky, and there are a few bugs, but it’s alright; it’s just been released a few days ago, and the dev is already working on fixing them.”
graphics
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
43%
7%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the nostalgic, old-school aesthetic reminiscent of early 2000s RPGs, while others criticize the simplistic and flat design that lacks modern polish. Despite the varied opinions, many agree that the graphics are functional and serve the gameplay well, though some players express a desire for updates to enhance the visual experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as decent for a $4 indie title, with a charming atmosphere that complements the gameplay.
- “The atmosphere and setting of the game are great; I personally love the graphics/art style as well as the music, which really nails the pirate theme.”
- “Great job Borington, I honestly had a great couple of hours with this title. The graphics are great, fluid motion, and nice loot options; throwing bombs and finding a good carbine was all I needed.”
- “It's a beautiful game with graphics that remind me of old games like Revenant or Diablo 1.”
- “I cannot forgive the poor choice of graphics in this game.”
- “Old 3D graphics in this style cannot be upscaled to UHD in the same way that hand-drawn graphics can, resulting in flat polygons with bland textures that bring out just how cheap and tacky it looks.”
- “Instead of delivering an aesthetically pleasing ARPG, the developers chose to mimic the graphical style of 3D RPGs from the early 2000s that received scores of 50-70 from PC Gamer.”
story
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
83%
8%
The game's story is described as enjoyable and well-told, with a simplistic yet fitting narrative that complements the gameplay experience. While some players appreciate the engaging character interactions and dialogue presentation, others find the overall depth lacking, suggesting that it serves more as a gameplay guide than a compelling narrative. Overall, the story has potential for improvement, especially as the game is still in early access.
- “The storyline of this game is very well told and highly enjoyable as well.”
- “Will definitely be checking out anything else created by this developer, and would recommend you to do so as well. I have so enjoyed following this developer's updates to this game over time, and waiting for the next release of the storyline has brought me joy.”
- “-- oh, and it isn't just a passive roguelite, but it seems to have a story. You meet characters, there are dialogue boxes that allow you to digest the text in modest chunks at a time, and you can skip it whenever you want. The setting, discovering, exploring, and progressing all complement each other and make this a very compelling experience.”
- “The mechanics are poor, the story isn't engaging, and the save system is terrible; overall, it's just an okay game and shouldn't be overwhelmingly positive!”
- “The graphics and story could use some improvement, as I find the narrative quite weak, but it's early access and this might change for the better.”
- “There's no real progression, story, or anything that would keep you hooked.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
40%
20%
The game's music effectively captures the pirate theme and enhances the atmosphere, but many players feel it lacks variety and can become repetitive over time. While the soundtrack is generally appreciated, there are calls for more diverse audio options and customization features. Overall, the music is enjoyable but could benefit from improvements in variety and depth.
- “The atmosphere and setting of the game are great; I personally love the graphics/art style as well as the music, which really nails the pirate theme.”
- “The music is nice, the graphics are very old-school, and it's overall just a very unique game.”
- “Also, it would be very cool if you could put a custom song when you are playing the fiddle.”
- “Only complaint I can think of is that the music can get a little too repetitive.”
- “Music is thematic, albeit lacking in diversity (should also improve), and audio is kind of bare-bones.”
- “Here goes: the music would benefit from some variety, but I'm sure that will happen in a later release.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while it runs well on various PCs without significant freezing or crashing, players report notable bugs, particularly during ship battles and in the map editor. Some glitches are described as nostalgic, but specific encounters, like the one with multiple krakens, are deemed unplayable.
- “Runs great and I'm sure it will run on any kind of PC.”
- “Delete all ship fights, especially the one in Act 4 where you fight 4 krakens; it's unplayable and buggy, and impossible to beat.”
- “The map editor is quite buggy at the moment; hopefully, the developers will address this in a future update.”
- “There are still some glitches, but they feel like the wholesome old-school kind.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging pirate theme, complemented by appealing graphics, art style, and music. Players appreciate the diverse biomes and the overall setting, although some note that the novelty of gameplay elements diminishes later on, leaving the atmosphere as a key highlight. Overall, the atmosphere contributes significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The atmosphere and setting of the game are great; I personally love the graphics/art style as well as the music, which really nails the pirate theme.”
- “It's all full of promise, fun to play, and I like the atmosphere a lot!”
- “The unveiling of new weapons and mechanics is well paced, but after maybe 3/4 of the first act, it ran out of new things; mostly only the atmosphere and the monster types changed.”
- “The atmosphere is pretty neat; zones have varying biomes and feelings to them.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some users report that it runs smoothly and appears well-optimized, others criticize the custom game engine for lacking proper optimization.
- “- runs smoothly, seems quite optimized”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is appreciated for its fun and engaging elements, particularly through humorous voiceovers that add character to the characters. Players prefer these comedic aspects over text-based narratives, which tend to be overlooked in co-op play.
- “I like this game; it's fun and sometimes funny.”
- “Add some character to your characters by having funny voiceovers and opportunities for humor instead of text-based stories, which are kind of an instant skip in co-op.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be emotionally uplifting and nostalgic, highlighting its wholesome qualities despite some minor glitches. The overall sentiment is one of joy and appreciation for its heartwarming experience.
- “Damn, it's wholesome and awesome and creates a deep emotional connection.”
- “The game evokes a sense of nostalgia and warmth that is truly heartwarming.”
- “Despite some glitches, the emotional depth and charm of the game shine through.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is described as somewhat simplistic, aligning well with its overall tone and style. This straightforward approach may appeal to players looking for a more casual experience.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be lackluster, with many expressing a sense of indifference after just half an hour of repetitive mob grinding, leading to a decision to not engage with the game further.
- “In 30 minutes of grinding mobs, I'd give it a 'meh' and probably will never touch it again.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally feel that the game offers limited replayability, which detracts from its overall enjoyment.
- “But the downside is that there is only a small amount of replayability.”
- “But the downside is that there is only a small amount of replayability.”