GamesRadar+ Verdict
Pros
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Gunfights done to perfection
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Impressive
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cinematic story
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Enjoyable side quests
Cons
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It's short and none too replayable
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Difficult quests unlock too soon
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Strong words not for the wee ones
Why you can trust GamesRadar+
Sizzling gunfights, white-knuckle horseback riding, lots of unflinching stares, slutty barmaids, and whisky- not the kind of stuff that usually works well with a gamepad attached, but the action/adventure Gun perfectly bottles all those classic Old West ingredients in videogame form, and the label doesn't read "snake oil."
Gun nails a compelling balance between great story and great gameplay. As hunter Colton White, your world is upended when your father is killed in an ambush - right after he reveals that he isn't actually your father. Your quest for truth and revenge takes you down a twisted path through brothels, outlaw hideouts, the sheriff's jail, and into Indian territory. Without spoiling anything, Gun's gradually unfolding yarn is grade-A stuff that commands your attention. Stellar voice acting by a cast ranging from Kris Kristofferson (Blade) to Thomas Jane (The Punisher ) prevents the story from ever degenerating into standard videogame cliches.
The gameplay keeps both barrels smoking with intense third-person combat interspersed with side quests that give you a chance to catch your breath. You'll carve a path through a saloon, square off in duels on dusty streets, blow away marauding Indians with your shotgun, and even quietly stalk prey with a bow and arrow, all while swigging whisky to restore your health. The highlight-reel moments, though, come as you careen around on horseback through hornet-like swarms of airborne lead- the frantic intensity and fun never dulls, and a handy bullet-time move helps you survive when the crap hits the fan too hard.
More info
Genre | Action |
Description | Gun perfectly bottles classic Old West ingredients in videogame form, and the label doesn't read "snake oil." |
Platform | "Xbox","Xbox 360","GameCube","PC","PS2" |
US censor rating | "Mature","Mature","Mature","Mature","Mature" |
UK censor rating | "18","18","18","18","18" |
Release date | 1 January 1970 (US), 1 January 1970 (UK) |