Squirrel with a Gun

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"Squirrel with a Gun" is a frenzied sandbox shooter and puzzle platformer where you play as a gun-toting rodent on a quest for golden acorns. Escape a secret facility, defeat the Agents, and upgrade your weapons to take down elite bosses in this nutty adventure. Solve intricate puzzle rooms using your arsenal to collect acorns and unlock hidden sections.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+17

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,113 reviews

humor264 positive mentions

stability40 negative mentions

Hilarious and entertaining gameplay that lightens the mood.
Creative mechanics that blend platforming and shooting, providing a unique experience.
Great graphics and a fun soundtrack that enhances the overall enjoyment.

Controls can be overly sensitive and imprecise, making platforming frustrating.
Lack of autosave and unclear saving mechanics lead to potential loss of progress.
Some bugs and glitches can disrupt gameplay, particularly during boss fights.

humor
264 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this game is widely praised for its absurdity and charm, with many players finding the concept of a squirrel wielding a gun to be both hilarious and entertaining. Reviewers highlight the game's over-the-top comedic elements, funny animations, and quirky gameplay mechanics that keep the experience light-hearted and engaging. While some note that the humor can become repetitive over time, the overall consensus is that the game delivers a fun and laugh-out-loud experience, making it a recommended choice for fans of whimsical and chaotic gaming.
- “I totally recommend it for anyone who likes over-the-top humor/action and a healthy dose of jank.”
- “The story line is delightfully absurd: a squirrel breaks into a top-secret lab, eats a hard drive shaped like an acorn, and embarks on a hilarious rampage through a suburban neighborhood.”
- “This game is a whimsical blend of humor and action that had me hooked from the start.”
gameplay
163 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
57%
7%
The gameplay of this title is a chaotic blend of platforming, shooting mechanics, and puzzle-solving, often described as both fun and absurdly entertaining. While many players appreciate the unique mechanics and humor, some criticize the controls and occasional bugs that disrupt the experience. Overall, it offers a short but engaging adventure, though its novelty may wear off quickly for some.
- “The gameplay itself is a delightful mix of platforming and combat, keeping me engaged and entertained throughout.”
- “The over-the-top comedy and playfulness of the gameplay made it hard to put down.”
- “This isn’t just a game; it’s an experience, a joyful rollercoaster that combines hilarity with clever gameplay in a way that’s both refreshing and utterly entertaining.”
- “I would like to play this game, but literally 10 seconds into the gameplay, the game became unplayable.”
- “Its just incredibly poorly optimized leading to constant lag spikes and graphic glitches even on newer systems, the gameplay is repetitive and unchallenging and it's not actually funny after the first 5 or 10 minutes either.”
- “The idea and gameplay is fairly unique, and feels like an indie game made with love, but you can't call a game 'squirrel with a gun' and then have the 'with a gun' part be such an afterthought that the game actively has mechanics to discourage you from the 'with a gun' part of the game.”
music
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
46%
5%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim for its energetic and engaging soundtracks, particularly during boss encounters, which many players describe as "bangers." While some users noted a limited number of tracks that can become repetitive, the overall quality and creativity of the soundtrack have impressed many, enhancing the game's playful and chaotic atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “The soundtrack is incredibly good.”
- “The music is upbeat and catchy, enhancing the overall experience and making you want to keep playing just to hear more.”
- “The music, top tier and should win the 2024 soundtrack.”
- “There are 3 music tracks that play in this trash game that kill your brain cells by how annoying they are.”
- “Although, one 'con' is the song that played on a constant loop during the boss fight got very annoying to where I just turned the music off entirely.”
- “The novelty wears off very fast and then you're left with a very underwhelming platformer with bad graphics, AI, gameplay, and music.”
graphics
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
49%
7%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant colors, detailed environments, and overall visual quality, often describing them as stunning or surprisingly high-quality. However, some players report performance issues, poor optimization, and a lack of customizable graphical settings, which can detract from the experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally well-received, technical flaws and optimization concerns are notable drawbacks.
- “The graphics are incredibly real and the tension is just unmatched.”
- “The graphics are charming, with vibrant colors and detailed environments that perfectly capture the playful tone of the game.”
- “The graphics alone are fantastic; gameplay is fun and entertaining, and I continually found funny moments enjoying all the odd challenges.”
- “The game needs high graphical requirements despite literally hardly being anything more than graphics from 2012 unless you max out the fur and ray tracing (which my 3090 struggles to utilize at > 15 fps).”
- “There are no graphics options to disable depth of field/motion blur or to set resolution.”
- “The novelty wears off very fast and then you're left with a very underwhelming platformer with bad graphics, AI, gameplay, and music.”
story
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
60%
8%
The game's story is often described as absurd and humorous, providing a light-hearted backdrop to the gameplay rather than a deep narrative. While some players appreciate the comedic elements and entertaining scenarios, many note that the story is short and lacks depth, serving primarily as a vehicle for the game's chaotic mechanics and missions. Overall, it is seen as a fun, if not particularly substantial, experience that prioritizes humor and gameplay over a compelling storyline.
- “The storyline is delightfully absurd: a squirrel breaks into a top-secret lab, eats a hard drive shaped like an acorn, and embarks on a hilarious rampage through a suburban neighborhood.”
- “The story is manic, the interaction with the game world is fun, and the finishing moves with the current weapons I've unlocked are hysterical.”
- “It's like stepping into a beautifully animated storybook where every turn holds a new surprise.”
- “The premise is very fun and well executed, but you basically enter a sandbox world where you can mess around; there is no real story or progression aside from acquiring new weapons and cosmetics.”
- “In the end, the game was very short, with little to no story, and I don't see much replay value in it.”
- “Okay, first let me start with this: if you are expecting a game with a deep story or any sort of longevity to gameplay, this is not it.”
stability
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
98%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting significant bugs, glitches, and performance issues, including crashes, input lag, and character getting stuck. While some users find the glitches manageable and the gameplay enjoyable, many express frustration over the game's lack of polish and optimization, suggesting it was released prematurely. Overall, the consensus indicates that while the game can be fun, it suffers from serious stability problems that detract from the experience.
- “Overall, the game runs great on Steam Deck. The controls are nice and fluid, with no crashing and stable gameplay.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I haven't experienced any lag or crashes during my sessions.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game is; it allows me to fully immerse myself without worrying about technical issues.”
- “Now it just glitches every time I start it, like the screen flickers and it's unplayable.”
- “Buggy mess, claims Steam Deck compatibility but won't even start under Linux.”
- “The game is not finished, it's buggy and laggy (and no, I don't have a bad PC); the game crashes when doing the tutorial and you have to start all over again.”
optimization
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
55%
35%
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players reporting inconsistent performance, lag spikes, and graphic glitches, particularly on newer systems. While some users noted stable performance during chaotic scenes, the majority highlighted clunky controls and a lack of polish, suggesting that the game could greatly benefit from further optimization. Despite some enjoyable aspects, the technical performance is generally viewed as poor, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Stable performance even during chaos.”
- “Runs smoothly even in explosion-heavy scenes.”
- “Considering the game is made in UE5, I think the graphics are decent with good optimization.”
- “The game suffers from terrible performance and isn't visually very interesting.”
- “Its just incredibly poorly optimized leading to constant lag spikes and graphic glitches even on newer systems, the gameplay is repetitive and unchallenging and it's not actually funny after the first 5 or 10 minutes either.”
- “The optimization is disgusting, the physics are terrible, when the squirrel jumps, the camera disappears into oblivion.”
grinding
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
93%
The reviews highlight that the game features excessive grinding, primarily for acorns and coins, which many players find tedious and frustrating. While some appreciate the game's concept, the repetitive nature of collecting items and the lack of effective progression methods detract from the overall experience, leading to a sense of boredom and dissatisfaction. Players recommend waiting for mods or sales, as the grinding significantly impacts the enjoyment of the game.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Way too much grinding there for unlocking the next thing, with unclear means to effectively get them.”
- “It was extremely tedious and boring to complete, but necessary to unlock more of the game.”
- “Unfortunately the novelty wears off pretty fast and the gameplay loop becomes very grindy within minutes of exiting the opening level.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
Overall, the game's replayability is considered limited, with most users noting that it offers around 7 hours of content and lacks significant incentives to replay after completion. While some players express hope for additional content or DLC to enhance replay value, the consensus is that the current experience does not justify repeated playthroughs.
- “TDM as a bunch of squirrels with guns would make this forever replayable.”
- “Absolutely would recommend this game 10 out of 10, highly replayable.”
- “Currently not a lot of replay value and probably better ways to spend $20 if you're strapped for cash. Unclear if more areas are being added, but I hope so. I would even pay $5 for DLC maps/areas if they were the same size as one of the main areas currently in the game.”
- “A solid platformer, though replay value is a bit limited.”
- “Once the game is completed, there isn't much in the way of replay value.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, highlighting its impactful moments that evoke deep feelings, including frequent tears. While some appreciate the design, they feel it falls short of fully realizing its potential, leading to a mix of frustration and emotional engagement reminiscent of other impactful titles like Metal Gear Rising.
- “The only other game that made me feel this way was Metal Gear Rising.”
- “This game made me feel like a game journalist, and not even Doom Eternal did this.”
- “I cried at least 79 times during the game.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing frustration over its perceived focus on profit over player experience.
- “Just another cash grab.”
- “Cash grab.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized as goofy and lighthearted, encouraging players to relax and enjoy the experience without overthinking.
- “The atmosphere is goofy and it's a 'turn off your brain and enjoy it' type of game.”