Hooks And Shotguns

Hooks And Shotguns

Fifth Edge Studios · 2019 · Indie, Casual, Action, Adventure, Platformer

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8 user reviews75% · 8
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About Hooks And Shotguns

In this Bullet Hell Platformer, you play as a twin named Xenon, And when your brother is attacked and then forced into a soul trap, which was then smashed into 4 separate gems. So armed with only a shotgun, a hook-shot, and a will to save your brother, you must defeat your greatest enemy, SILO!

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Recommended Jul 31, 2026
Hooks And Shotguns is a fast-paced 2D action platformer developed and published by Fifth Edge Studios that revolves around speed, mobility, and precision. Rather than relying on an elaborate narrative, the game introduces a simple but effective premise in which the protagonist, Xenon, sets out to rescue his captured twin brother from the villain Silo. After the brother's soul is shattered into four magical gems, the journey becomes one of reclaiming each fragment while battling relentless enemies and overcoming increasingly dangerous environments. The straightforward storyline serves as a solid backdrop for an experience that is far more focused on gameplay than cinematic storytelling. The game's biggest strength lies in its combination of shotgun combat and grappling hook traversal. This pairing creates a dynamic gameplay loop where players are constantly switching between aggressive attacks and quick repositioning. The grappling hook is far more than a movement tool, becoming an essential mechanic for avoiding enemy fire, crossing hazardous terrain, and maintaining momentum throughout each level. The shotgun complements this mobility by delivering satisfying bursts of damage at …
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Recommended Jan 26, 2020
good but i think Soul King is TOO hard to kill but still a great game
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Recommended Nov 27, 2019
Amazing, might wanna work on the gold dirt, whenever I grapple onto them I get stuck in the dirt, unless I switch to the gun. Anyway, it's good. 8/10
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Not recommended Jan 10, 2022
This game is pretty bad lmao
Recommended Nov 29, 2019
ok

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