Gunslugs 2
Orangepixel · 2015 · Action, Indie, Platformer, Shoot 'Em Up, Pixel Graphics
PC
Mixed56% · 16 📉 Recent reviews down 48%
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About Gunslugs 2
Step into the boots of the Gunslugs, an elite band of action junkies ready to blow things up, dodge an impossible barrage of bullets, and take on an entire army with nothing but sheer firepower and grit. This isn’t just war—it’s an explosive, adrenaline-fueled, side-scrolling thrill ride packed with over-the-top mayhem, massive explosions, and a never-ending barrage of enemies.
The world is under siege. The Black Duck Army has returned, and this time, they’re not just aiming for domination—they’re taking their war to the stars! Armed with alien technology and an army of merciless minions, their signal towers spread fear across the planet. But where there’s chaos, there’s a hero. And that hero is YOU.
From train crashes to alien warships, from flamethrowers to lightning guns, Gunslugs 2 is a non-stop tribute to the glorious excess of classic action flicks from the 80s and 90s. The fate of the galaxy is in your hands—lock and load!
- Seven Deadly Worlds – Blast your way through seven unique, action-packed environments with eight intense levels each.
- Non-Stop Mayhem – Battle against tanks, helicopters, giant robots, and alien invaders in a relentless war zone.
- Explosive Boss Battles – Face off against monstrous war machines and Black Duck commanders at the end of every level.
- Weapons Galore – Wield everything from classic rocket launchers to high-tech lightning guns.
- Procedurally Generated Chaos – No two runs are the same with randomly generated enemy bases and inside areas.
- Cinematic Pixel Carnage – Experience dynamic cutscenes that bring the battle to life.
- Retro Vibes, Modern Mayhem – Inspired by the best of 80s and 90s action movies, with a pixel-art style that brings the chaos to life.
Prepare for a bullet storm like no other— Gunslugs 2 is here, and it's time to go out with a bang!
What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
Tags: Sidescroll Shooter Additional Tags: Delete Local Content & Remove from Library TLDR: Outcompeted. Sprites get stuck in obstacles. Dumb AI. Dubious level design. Spam oriented encounters. Feels like a runner at times. Basically you push forward, occasionally destroying checkpoints like in the original. This time the SFX worked and the sprites are marginally better. The animation is still low quality and the engine did not do too fluid a job at translating the action and the panning on screen. The jump animation is still stiff. The more varied attack patterns and their speed mean you mostly have to rely on killing everything aggressively, and relying on drops to make up for your chipped health and ammo. Gets outcompeted fast by quality sidescroll shooters. https://store.steampowered.com/app/274190/Broforce/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/366250/METAL_SLUG/ https://store.steampowered.com/app/250700/Super_Time_Force_Ultra/3 found this helpful
Gunslugs 2, developed by Orangepixel and published in partnership with HandyGames, is a fast-paced side-scrolling action shooter that embodies the chaotic charm of classic run-and-gun games while infusing them with a distinct sense of humor and modern indie flair. It follows the formula established by its predecessor but ramps everything up—more explosions, more enemies, and more unrelenting mayhem. The game proudly wears its retro pixel aesthetic on its sleeve, offering an experience that feels like a love letter to 8-bit and 16-bit arcade shooters, yet it manages to carve out its own identity through procedural elements, fluid gameplay, and an intentionally exaggerated style that borders on parody. From the moment you start blasting through the first mission, it becomes clear that Gunslugs 2 is less about precision and more about the unfiltered joy of controlled chaos. The narrative is thin but fittingly absurd. The evil Black Duck Army has returned, this time wielding alien technology and threatening the world once again, and it’s up to the Gunslugs squad to stop them. The story unfolds through short, humorous exchanges and background snippets rather than detailed cutscenes, ke…1 found this helpful
AT LEAST there's an improvement. Update: nvm played the third game, just awful.1 found this helpful
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Uninstalled the 2nd game after playing the 1st one for 5 minutes.1 found this helpful
Awesome retro 2D shooter, one of the best games ever! :D1 found this helpful
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