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Gunslugs

Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

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Developer
Orangepixel
Publisher
Orangepixel, HandyGames
Release
June 2, 2015
11 years and 64 days ago
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Mostly Positive129 reviews75.2%

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About the Game

The world is on the brink of chaos, and only the Gunslugs stand between order and total destruction! The evil Black Duck Army has unleashed its forces, armed with high-tech weaponry and a legion of relentless foot soldiers. Your mission? Blast, jump, and survive through a non-stop barrage of mayhem, traversing plane yards, jungles, frozen wastelands, ancient tombs, and even the fiery depths of Hell itself.



With procedurally generated levels, every run is a fresh fight for survival. Armed with an arsenal of absurd weapons—including the legendary chicken gun—you’ll commandeer tanks, soar with jetpacks, and unleash maximum carnage against the enemy hordes. But beware! You’ve only got one life, and true Gunslugs know that every step could be their last… unless you strike a deal with a certain voodoo priest.



Unlock a wild roster of familiar heroes, gather coins to snag upgrades, and dive into secret mini-games inspired by gaming’s golden age—think Donkey Kong-style platforming, Game Boy throwbacks, sketchbook worlds, and even an encounter with a mysterious time traveler in a blue box. Can you push forward, survive the madness, and shut the gates of Hell for good?

FEATURES


  • Explosive Run-and-Gun Action – Fast-paced combat with screen-shaking chaos and over-the-top weapons.
  • Rogue-like Challenge – One life, endless danger! Death means starting over—unless you make the right deals.
  • Procedurally Generated Levels – No two runs are ever the same; adapt, survive, and conquer.
  • Absurd Weapons & Vehicles – Chicken guns, tanks, jetpacks, and more for maximum mayhem.
  • Unlockable Heroes – A diverse roster of familiar-looking Gunslugs to discover and play.
  • Epic Boss Fights – Face off against monstrous war machines and supernatural forces.
  • Secret Mini-Games & Easter Eggs – Retro-inspired arcade levels, time-traveling mysteries, and bizarre surprises.

The Black Duck Army isn’t waiting—lock, load, and let the chaos begin!

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