Gunbrella Review Thread

Game Information Game Title: Gunbrella Developer: doinksoft Publisher: Devolver Digital Platforms: PC (Sep 13, 2023) Nintendo Switch (Sep 13, 2023) Trailers: Launch Trailer What the Facts Release Date Reveal Multitool of the Trade Reveal Trailer Website: gunbrella.com Review Aggregator: OpenCritic - 84 average - 94% recommended - 19 reviews Critic Reviews Shacknews - Larryn Bell - 9 / 10 Quote not yet available --- God is a Geek - Lyle Carr - 9.5 / 10 "Gunbrella is a sensational action platformer with incredibly fluid locomotion and a story that takes some unexpected turns." --- Rock, Paper, Shotgun - Steve Hogarty - unscored "A steampunk-themed side-scrolling shooter with a shotgun that's also an umbrella, Gunbrella crams plenty of frenetic, brolly-based combat into its brief playtime" --- Cogconnected - Jaz Sagoo - 8.5 / 10 Quote not yet available --- Nintendo Life - Jess Elizabeth Reed - 8 / 10 "While Gunbrella has its issues, it's still a really fun, gorgeous-looking experience that's definitely worth a play for any fans of the genre. You shouldn't expect anything groundbreaking in terms of story, but can look forward to a few laughs and endearing characters. Even just messing around with the mechanics made possible by a gun that is also an umbrella should bring anyone hours of enjoyment." --- Press Start - Brodie Gibbons - 8 / 10 "Gunbrella is a wonderful, quirky noir-punk shooter that, like the abominations confronting the hero gunman, is made up of what should be many discordant parts. Yet what we get is a lore-rich world with slick movement in its bedrock that'll spawn an unlikely love of umbrellas not heard of since the day that Tom Holland splashed about in fishnets." --- Niche Gamer - Fingal Belmont - 7 / 10 Quote not available --- LevelUp - Santiago Villicaña - Spanish - 8 / 10 "Gunbrella is the ultimate cocktail for folks seeking an epic story, a mix of gameplay styles, and just an all-around good time. It's chock-full of surprises from beginning to end, making it a no-brainer recommendation for anyone who loves platformers and action games." --- GameGrin - Alana Dunitz - 9 / 10 "Gunbrella is one of the most unique 2D action platformers that I have ever played, simply because of the crazy weapon that you use to explore and defeat enemies. There is some backtracking here and challenging enemies to face, but the mysterious story keeps you engaged." --- Entertainium - Eduardo Rebouças - Worth your time "Devolver Digital has been on quite a run for years now and I don’t see that changing anytime soon, thanks to the excellent curation of their catalog. It’s the sort of game that doesn’t overstay its welcome and manages to deliver a satisfying six to eight hours of platforming/shooting goodness that anyone looking for a good retro game is bound to enjoy." --- video games are good - Nathan Hermanson - 9.5 / 10 "Playing Gunbrella reminded me of the first time I played classics like Cave Story, Untitled Story, and Owlboy: games that nailed the vibes in all facets, provided a play experience I could just lose myself in, and didn't overstay their welcome. Games that delivered satisfaction on all levels. Games that more than earn that declarative "video games are GOOD" while playing. It's one of the best games I've played all year." --- Hey Poor Player - Andrew Thornton - 9 / 10 "Gunbrella offers tight and thrilling action, a moving story of revenge, and a fascinating world well worth exploring. I’m not sure what more I could ask for in an action platformer. While it’s a relatively short journey, lasting me only about six hours, I had a blast during my time with Gunbrella and I think most players will as well." --- Console Creatures - David Pietrangelo - Recommended "Gunbrella is a complete package of fun, wackiness, and charm. The gameplay is tight and satisfying, while the characters and story go places I didn't expect." --- Kakuchopurei - Jonathon Leo - 8 / 10 "I was really left wanting more of Gunbrella's levels and gameplay, to the point where I feel that 6 hours wasn't enough. As it stands, it is still a great indie action platformer to pick up. Gunbrella really delivers where it counts: an action-packed 2D run-and-gun search action offering with a quirky-yet-serious presentation and a badass weapon." --- Checkpoint Gaming - Charlie Kelly - 9 / 10 "Gunbrella is another example of developer doinksoft proving they know how to make a wicked cool video game. Thankfully all that deliberate dreariness is complemented by a cool traversal system with the umbrella and frenetic 2D action that does a good job balancing the difficult task of empowering and challenging the player. Topping it all off is a final area and twist seen to be believed. Gunbrella is amazing and a must-have modern action title for your library of games." --- Wellplayed - Adam Ryan - 8 / 10 "A fast and fun action platformer that effectively utilises its core gimmick in inventive ways, Gunbrella is the noir punk indie that you should be looking to play when the weather calls for a coat and a brolly." --- cublikefoot - Claire Ferrin - Recommended Video Review --- Try Hard Guides - Erik Hodges - 9 / 10 "Gunbrella is an interesting horror-noir with satisfying platforming and combat physics, the kind you can only get when you combine a gun and an umbrella. The game moves quickly when it needs to and slows down a bit to give you lore and introduce you to its characters, without ever killing the great pacing you’d expect from a side-scrolling shooter. Once again, Devolver Digital has published an indie darling that should quickly pick up a Cult 45 following." --- La Orden del Pixel - David Cedrés - Spanish - Yes "Gunbrella is an interesting side-scroller that offers polished gameplay and a precise control system. The noir-punk theme, coupled with a rough atmosphere, make Doinksoft's work one that I recommend, both for fans of hard-boiled stories and for those who like a lighthearted approach to the genre that offers a lot of fun thanks to its ideas and creativity." --- submitted by /u/3lijah [link] [comments]
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