Tiny Sheriff

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Tiny Sheriff is a single player action game. It was developed by Rotgut Games and was released on May 21, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Tiny Sheriff is a 2D movement platformer where you use weapons as a means of transportation. Master your movement capabilities to take on increasingly daring challenges. Your guns are more than just weapons—they’re your way of getting around! The knock-back from each shot propels you through the air, letting you dash, double-jump, and wall-bounce your way through treacherous terrain. But be ca…

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 19 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

Tiny Sheriff offers a unique aim-and-propel movement mechanic that revitalizes the platformer genre, providing a fresh and engaging experience.
The game features charming 2D retro graphics and a humorous, chaotic atmosphere that resonates well with players, making it a delightful indie gem.
As a free game, Tiny Sheriff delivers significant value, offering hours of fun and challenging gameplay without any hidden costs.

Despite its innovative mechanics, some players feel that the game resembles a mobile app rather than a true PC gaming experience, which may deter traditional gamers.
The public reception has been lackluster, with very few concurrent players, suggesting that it hasn't captured the attention of the broader gaming community.
While the game is free, some critics argue that it lacks depth and ambition, feeling more like a tech demo than a fully realized platformer.

graphics
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Reviews on the graphics of the game are polarized; some praise the impressive 2D retro assets as fitting perfectly within the Steam aesthetic, while others criticize the visuals as weak and outdated, likening them to those found in browser or mobile games. Overall, opinions vary significantly, highlighting a divide between appreciation for retro style and expectations for modern graphics quality.
- “On the topic of visuals, the incredible looking 2D retro assets seem like they wouldn't be more at home anywhere else than in a Steam game.”
- “There's no better example of such great 2D graphics in 2025.”
- “On the topic of visuals, the weak looking 2D retro assets seem like they'd be more at home in a browser game or a mobile app.”
- “On the topic of visuals, the weak-looking 2D retro assets seem like they'd be more at home in a browser game or a mobile app.”
- “There's no excuse for such poor 2D graphics in 2025.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the innovative weapon-switching mechanic, which adds depth and strategy to gameplay, making it engaging and versatile. The game is also noted for its ability to provide satisfying, high-stakes shooting experiences, ideal for quick sessions between other gaming events.
- “I absolutely love the idea of the mechanic of switching between different weapons in different situations; the applications of it are really interesting. I would recommend trying this out.”
- “This is the perfect game to play in between Hunt Showdown events to satisfy your 'every shot counts' gameplay.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its blend of heart and humor, alongside engaging recoil physics, suggesting a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- “It's got heart, humor, and hella recoil physics.”