Call of Juarez: Gunslinger
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About Call of Juarez: Gunslinger
Techland built Call of Juarez: Gunslinger as a first-person shooter that leans hard into arcadey gunplay rather than serious simulation. Ubisoft published this title back in May 2013 for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, and later the Nintendo Switch. You play as an aging bounty hunter named Silas Greaves who tells his own life story to anyone willing to listen. The narrative frames every gunfight as a tall tale told from memory. This approach lets the game mix historical figures with mythic exaggeration. It stands out because the storytelling is not just background noise but the actual structure of the gameplay loop.
Gameplay
You spend your entire session reloading, dodging bullets, and spinning to aim at targets while Silas narrates his exploits. The core mechanic relies on quick reflexes and a unique dual-wield system where you must switch weapons instantly during combat. Every encounter feels chaotic as enemies rush the screen from all angles. You can use a variety of period-accurate firearms including revolvers, lever-action rifles, and shotguns to clear rooms. The game tracks your performance with a scoring system that rewards speed and accuracy. There are no multiplayer modes since this is a strictly single-player experience focused on completing 26 distinct achievements. Sessions usually involve surviving wave after wave of opponents in dusty towns or cramped interiors.
What Players Think
The IGDB community has rated this shooter at 76.5 out of 100 based on 344 user submissions. Players consistently describe the atmosphere as chaotic and intense rather than relaxing. Only a handful of votes mentioned the setting as atmospheric compared to the noise and action. The average playtime suggests most people finish the campaign in a few hours since the difficulty ramps up quickly. Review snippets often highlight the wild pacing over historical accuracy. The price sits at $10.99 on 2Game right now, though fans know the historical low dropped to just $2.50. This pricing history makes it an easy buy for collectors looking to complete their library without spending much money.
PlayPile's Take
This game works well if you want fast-paced action and do not mind a narrator who exaggerates his own skills. The 26 achievements provide enough extra goals to keep you engaged after the main story ends. You should wait for a sale near that $2.50 mark since paying full price feels steep for what is essentially an arcade shooter. It suits players who enjoy shooting games with a strong personality rather than those seeking a deep tactical experience. The Switch port runs smoothly but lacks some of the visual polish found on PC or consoles from 2013. Buy it only if you want to see how a Wild West story looks when told as a tall tale.
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Single player
IGDB Rating
76.5
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