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Shotgun Cop Man

Even with those small missteps, Shotgun Cop Man is an incredibly diverse, creative, and silly adventure that will appeal to any fans of absurd humor or platformers.
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87%Game Brain Score
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99% User Score Based on 296 reviews
Critic Score 74%Based on 8 reviews

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Shotgun Cop Man is a single player arcade shooter game. It was developed by DeadToast Entertainment and was released on May 1, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

In Shotgun Cop Man, use your weapons as both firepower and propulsion to navigate through hell’s deadly traps and demon hordes. Arrest Satan by mastering precision platforming across 150+ handcrafted levels filled with intense boss fights and thrilling challenges. Dive into user-generated content or test your skills with speedruns and no-damage runs.

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99%
Audience ScoreBased on 296 reviews
gameplay37 positive mentions
  • Unique movement mechanics using guns for propulsion create a fun and engaging gameplay experience.
  • The game features a large number of handcrafted levels with varied challenges, encouraging replayability and mastery.
  • Smooth controls and satisfying gunplay make for an exhilarating action-platforming experience.
  • The game can feel too easy, with many levels and bosses lacking significant challenge.
  • Visuals and audio design are minimalistic, leading to repetitive environments and a monotonous soundtrack.
  • Some players may find the humor and story lacking, with limited character development and dialogue.
  • gameplay
    83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Shotgun Cop Man" is characterized by its smooth mechanics, clever level design, and a rewarding movement system that encourages experimentation. Players appreciate the game's fast-paced action, frequent introduction of new mechanics, and the balance between challenge and accessibility, making it a standout in the action-platformer genre. While some find the gameplay repetitive over time, the overall experience remains engaging and fun, bolstered by a minimalist aesthetic that prioritizes mechanics over graphics.

    • “Smooth gameplay, clever level design, and an overall fun experience!”
    • “The movement and combat in this game feels great and it's great at keeping it from getting too stale as well by adding new weapons, enemies, and mechanics in every world.”
    • “Gameplay is snappy and feels punchy, levels are constantly offering up new gimmicks and unique ways of using them, and it's just fun to play.”
    • “The gameplay of 'Shotgun Cop Man' offers nothing impressive.”
    • “I can't give it more than an 8/10 because it feels like a game jam game that, from a mechanics/level design/story perspective, didn't get expanded much farther past its initial concept.”
    • “While it gets repetitive after some time, it keeps itself fresh in each section by throwing something new your way, such as new weapons and mechanics.”
  • music
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its energetic techno soundtrack that enhances the fast-paced gameplay, while others criticize its repetitiveness, noting that it consists mainly of a single looping track. Despite the monotony, many find the soundtrack enjoyable and fitting for the game's atmosphere, with some even expressing a desire for it to be available on streaming platforms. Overall, while the music may not be universally acclaimed, it contributes positively to the game's experience for many players.

    • “The music transported me into an underground Berlin club, and I like the simple but elegant visuals.”
    • “Superb action, great platforming and a blood-pumping techno soundtrack :) much recommended!”
    • “The soundtrack is moody and intense but relatively subtle, acting more as a backdrop to the chaos than a driving force.”
    • “The music is awful, it’s just one track that plays on repeat.”
    • “The music is literally one repetitive hard bass track that just loops endlessly for every single level and world.”
  • story
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in the game is largely minimal and nonsensical, often described as almost nonexistent, with humor that falls flat compared to expectations. While it features a basic premise of going to hell to confront Satan, the focus is primarily on gameplay mechanics and personal improvement rather than narrative depth. Players may find occasional humorous moments, but those seeking a rich story or engaging plot will likely be disappointed.

    • “Story is nonsensical but self-aware in the typical DeadToast fashion.”
    • “There is a 'story' to this game, though it's not the key; what is present here is a fun, short take on the idea of a platformer where jumping = shooting.”
    • “Story: funny”
    • “The story is basically nonexistent, and the humor is also downgraded to an extremely minimal level.”
    • “The story and the humor are almost non-existent, and even Pedro’s own campaign suffers from it.”
    • “The story is nothing to write home about; you go to hell to arrest Satan and then do that.”
  • graphics
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and retro aesthetic, which some players appreciate for its simplicity and ability to complement the gameplay. While the visuals are often described as basic or a downgrade from previous titles, they are also praised for their polished execution and unique character designs that enhance the overall experience. The gritty and fun art style aligns well with the game's tone, making it a fitting choice despite its lack of complexity.

    • “The aesthetic is gritty, almost oppressive, echoing the game’s descent-into-hell tone.”
    • “Don’t let the minimalist graphics fool you; this is a very polished and mechanically satisfying little action platformer.”
    • “Visually, the game shines with sleek minimalist 2D graphics that complement the chaos.”
    • “The graphics are also very basic, which makes me think, why would they go down this path, downgrading everything compared to its predecessor?”
    • “While the game is kind of a graphical downgrade from My Friend Pedro, the gameplay is a huge upgrade.”
    • “The graphics are incredibly basic.”
  • humor
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is described as minimal and lacking in depth, with some reviewers noting that while it features absurd and silly elements, it does not deliver a strong interactive comedic narrative. Despite this, certain aspects, like the name and specific gameplay elements, are found to be amusing, appealing to fans of absurd humor. Overall, the humor is hit-or-miss, with some enjoying its quirky charm while others find it insufficient.

    • “How they could come up with such a basic name that is so much fun to say is in itself, hilarious.”
    • “Great humor in the game, I think, as well.”
    • “Even with those small missteps, Shotgun Cop Man is an incredibly diverse, creative, and silly adventure that will appeal to any fans of absurd humor or platformers.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers significant replayability through optional objectives that change gameplay approaches, appealing to both speedrunners and completionists. While it has strong replay value similar to titles like Celeste, the potential for even more replayability could be enhanced with additional map-making features. Overall, the combination of level challenges and diverse gameplay elements encourages players to return.

    • “These optional objectives don’t just add replayability — they fundamentally alter how you approach the level.”
    • “There's good replay value for speedrunners and completionists, as the level challenges offer a good reason to come back and try to finish them all.”
    • “Great game, with technically as much replay value as Celeste, if there were more map makers.”
    • “The game offers fitting music and great weapon variety, but the simple gameplay limits its replayability for completionists.”
    • “While the weapon variety is impressive, the overall simplicity of the gameplay makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
    • “I enjoyed the game initially, but once I completed it, I found little incentive to replay due to its lack of depth.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is praised for its exceptional design and originality, with a minimalist art style that enhances rather than detracts from gameplay. The characters are noted for their engaging aesthetics, complemented by satisfying audio feedback that adds to the overall experience.

    • “Character design is great; I love the art style and minimalism.”
    • “Peak character design.”
    • “Character designs are original, the guns feel punchy with satisfying audio feedback, and the art style never distracts from the action.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere is described as fun and fast-paced, creating an engaging environment that users highly recommend.

    • “The atmosphere is fun and fast-paced, making it an enjoyable experience that I would definitely recommend.”
    • “The immersive environment draws you in, creating a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
    • “The game's atmosphere is rich and detailed, enhancing the overall experience and making every moment feel alive.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its solid stability, with users noting that it is not buggy and includes a built-in level editor.

    • “It's solid, not buggy, and comes with a level editor out of the box.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the sense of freedom and exhilaration players experience through mechanics like triple-jumping and airdashing, which evoke feelings of joy and empowerment as they navigate the environment.

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Shotgun Cop Man is a arcade shooter game.

Shotgun Cop Man is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Shotgun Cop Man.

Shotgun Cop Man was released on May 1, 2025.

Shotgun Cop Man was developed by DeadToast Entertainment.

Shotgun Cop Man has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Shotgun Cop Man is a single player game.

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