UpGun

About UpGun

UpGun is a multiplayer casual shooter game. It was developed by Zino and was released on August 13, 2021. It received positive reviews from players.

Face your friends in UpGun! Use each round to accumulate skills and overtake your opponents in this crazy deathmatch!

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83%Audience ScoreBased on 2,520 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

Highly enjoyable and fun multiplayer arena shooter, especially with friends, offering chaotic and humorous gameplay moments.
Innovative upgrade system blending fast-paced FPS action with roguelite elements, allowing creative and strategic character builds each match.
Accessible gameplay with intuitive controls and responsive mechanics, easy to learn but with depth for mastery and experimentation.

Bullet projectile speed is very slow, leading to frustrating shooting mechanics and difficulty hitting targets consistently.
Multiplayer experience is heavily dependent on playing with friends due to lack of public servers and restrictions where all players must own the full game DLC to play together online.
Balance issues with some upgrade combinations being overpowered, glitchy mechanics, and bugs that hinder gameplay quality and fairness.

gameplay
76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24% positive mentions, 68% neutral mentions, 8% negative mentions
Upgun's gameplay is a mix of fast-paced, platforming shooter mechanics with a deck-building upgrade system that adds strategic depth and variety. While many praise its intuitive controls, responsiveness, and engaging combat that balances simplicity with innovation, others criticize inconsistent mechanics such as slow bullet travel, buggy hitboxes, and unclear upgrade effects, which can hinder enjoyment. Overall, the gameplay is often described as fun and approachable but somewhat clunky and divisive, appealing mainly to players who appreciate its unique blend of humor and tactical team combat.
- “The controls are intuitive, movement is responsive, and weapons are easy to understand, allowing newcomers to become comfortable with the gameplay almost immediately.”
- “These upgrades can affect nearly every aspect of gameplay, from damage output and movement speed to defensive abilities and unusual special effects.”
- “The builds you can make are insane, speed build with grapple hooks, shotgun build with crazy slide mechanics, this game has all your free-to-play rounds needs right here, in its glory.”
- “Biggest issue is the efficacy of basic game mechanics like jumping, running and aiming that feel second nature are nerfed into oblivion to give "upgrades" a purpose, a decision that's so frustrating I feel discouraged from continuing to play.”
- “The concept is there, but the gameplay is so incredibly clunky that I cannot in good conscience say that this game is even worth a try; if you want to play a game like this then Rounds is a much better option.”
- “Gameplay genuinely abhorrent, hitboxes are just irregular, gameplay mechanic of slow bullets is annoying as hell.”
humor
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Upgun is widely praised for its lighthearted and irreverent humor, which shines through whimsical graphics, absurd gameplay moments, and goofy interactions, especially when played with friends. The game’s humorous chaos, such as funny character reactions and unexpected skill combos, creates many hilarious and memorable experiences that keep players entertained. Overall, humor is a core element that enhances both single and multiplayer fun, fostering a joyful and sometimes raucous atmosphere.
- “Upgun embraces a lighthearted approach to competition, creating situations that are often as funny as they are intense.”
- “By allowing players to experiment with bizarre skill combinations, it cultivates an environment where strategy and humor coexist.”
- “Humor is at the heart of Upgun, from its whimsical graphics to its unpredictable gameplay.”
graphics
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22% positive mentions, 69% neutral mentions, 9% negative mentions
The graphics of Upgun feature a colorful, cartoon-like, and approachable art style that complements its fast-paced gameplay, with many praising its crisp and playful visuals. While the graphics are relatively simple and not highly advanced, they effectively support the game's atmosphere and performance. However, some users find the style inconsistent or visually harsh, and a few reported technical issues affecting their experience.
- “Visually, Upgun adopts a colorful and approachable art style that complements its fast-paced gameplay.”
- “Although the graphics are relatively simple, they effectively support the gameplay and contribute to the game's playful atmosphere.”
- “The visuals are really cool too, with their simple and bright design, creating a perfect atmosphere for relaxing and having a good time with friends.”
- “The graphics are very low-key and don't take much space, but the graphics/art style also hurt my eyes.”
- “This game is literally malware; it has broken my graphics card.”
- “It may not be satisfactory for players expecting more advanced graphics.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9% positive mentions, 55% neutral mentions, 36% negative mentions
The game features minimal to no story, focusing instead on arena shooting and character progression for dynamic gameplay. It lacks the depth and character development found in leading shooters, making the narrative experience quite thin or absent.
- “The combination of arena shooting and progressive character building creates a dynamic experience where every match tells a different story.”
- “No story.”
- “With graphics that make Minecraft look like a Rembrandt and a story thinner than my patience, it's less 'Upgun' and more 'Giveupgun'!”
- “However, it falls short compared to genre leaders like Call of Duty in terms of story depth and character development.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 27% negative mentions
The game's music and sound design receive consistent criticism for limited variety and intrusive, unchangeable tracks that detract from the experience. Players note issues such as unexpected sound choices, inability to adjust or mute music, and repetitive or inappropriate soundscapes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
- “We were listening to music while playing the three of us.”
- “A richer sound and music scale can be suggested to add depth to the game experience.”
- “However, there is potential for improvement in terms of sound and music variety, visual details and content variety.”
- “Bad game, who thought it was okay to turn off music mid-game.”
- “This has no music, no gameplay, and no fun.”
- “Since the last update, the game is literally unplayable because every time I start, I'm greeted by ear-blasting music that can't be changed in the options.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for being buggy and glitch-ridden, with issues such as dysfunctional mechanics, slow attacks, and frustrating upgrades. While some players find it enjoyable with friends despite these problems, overall stability is poor, significantly impacting gameplay and user experience.
- “Pretty buggy, under-updated, deck mechanics don't matter, bullet speed is 0, unplayable.”
- “This game is buggy, the upgrades are bad (a few of the upgrades outright significantly lowered my damage without warning), and it's frustrating to play.”
- “Couple that with copious glitches, a melee attack that feels way too slow and janky, and absurdly long games, and you end up with a thumbs down review, which sucks because the potential for a 3D FPS rounds is amazing, but unfortunately it is a long ways to go.”
emotional
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game "Upgun" serves as a meaningful emotional outlet, helping players navigate feelings of grief and guilt by offering a balanced mix of escapism and connection. It facilitates emotional release and resilience through its engaging gameplay and humor, making it a valuable tool for personal recovery.
- “While my uncle's death made me feel disconnected from the world, Upgun surprisingly helped me reconnect—not just with myself, but with others.”
- “Another important lesson I learned from playing Upgun was the value of creating space for emotional release.”
- “In conclusion, Upgun was not just a distraction from my grief—it became a vital tool in my emotional recovery.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game is praised for its high replayability, combining nostalgic yet original gameplay with customizable skills and quirky graphics. Its lighthearted, open-ended design ensures each playthrough feels unique, making it engaging and enjoyable repeatedly.
- “The result is an energetic, highly replayable experience that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly original.”
- “The game features quirky graphics, an open-ended skill customization system, and endless replayability.”
- “And I absolutely love this concept because it gives the game a ton of replayability and makes every player in a game feel different.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
Grinding in the game is notably intense, requiring significant time and effort—so much so that players often feel they need additional resources or opportunities to keep up.
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75% positive mentions, 25% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game's optimization allows players to strategically combine abilities for enhanced performance without disrupting balance, adding meaningful progression. Additionally, it delivers good graphics and smooth performance, encouraging continuous refinement of strategies in each match.
- “Every choice contributes to a larger build, and selecting the right combination of abilities can dramatically alter performance.”
- “Good performance and graphics.”
- “Each match of Upgun is an opportunity to refine strategies and improve performance.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The game's simple and bright graphics effectively create a playful and relaxing atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience for casual and social gameplay.
- “Although the graphics are relatively simple, they effectively support the gameplay and contribute to the game's playful atmosphere.”
- “The visuals are really cool too, with their simple and bright design, creating a perfect atmosphere for relaxing and having a good time with friends.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 50% negative mentions
Users criticize the monetization for offering ineffective perks and slow projectile speeds that negatively impact gameplay, contributing to overall dissatisfaction. The presence of ads and poorly balanced abilities further detracts from the experience, making the game feel inferior to other roguelike titles.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions
The character development is considered lacking and less engaging compared to leading titles in the genre, resulting in a less impactful story experience.