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About Cannoneer
Cannoneer is a physics-driven artillery game from developer dReal that launched December 2025. Play as a cannon operator in single-player missions or team-based multiplayer, blasting through destructible environments with a variety of weapon types. The game supports both flatscreen and VR, with crossplay between PC, Meta Quest, and Android mobile. Its focus is straightforward: aim, fire, repeat while adapting to terrain shifts caused by your own shots. The indie title leans into chaotic, explosive gameplay over deep storytelling, making it a pick for players who enjoy tactile combat and environmental destruction.
Gameplay
Each session revolves around selecting a cannon type, adjusting aim with precision, and firing into targets or shifting landscapes. Missions in single-player mode task you with clearing objectives through terrain manipulation, while co-op and PvP modes require coordination or competition. Ammo management adds strategy, overuse a weapon and risk overheating. VR players use motion controls to aim, while flatscreen relies on mouse/keyboard or controller. The physics engine ensures every shot alters the battlefield, creating unpredictable openings. Matches typically last 15, 30 minutes, with longer campaigns for solo play. Controls feel responsive, though mobile users report mixed feedback on touch-based aiming.
What Players Think
Community ratings sit at 82% positive on Steam, with 7 hours average playtime and a 35% completion rate for main campaigns. Players note excitement (62%) and frustration (28%) as dominant moods, praised for "addictive explosions" but criticized for "unbalanced multiplayer modes." Critics at PC Gamer called it "wildly entertaining if you embrace the chaos," while others bemoan repetitive mission structures. The achievement list includes 24 trophies, focused on accuracy and destructibility challenges. Crossplay between VR and mobile users is divisive: 45% of reviews call it a "novel twist," while 30% complain about input disparities affecting fairness.
PlayPile's Take
Cannoneer thrives as a niche pick for fans of explosive, physics-based action. At $29.99, it offers solid replay value through co-op and ever-changing environments, though completion demands patience. The 35% campaign finish rate suggests some players lose interest after initial novelty. Achievements add bite-sized goals but aren’t essential. Best suited for VR enthusiasts or those craving short, punchy matches. Avoid if you prefer methodical strategy or dislike power spikes in multiplayer. For its price, it’s a worthwhile experiment in chaotic fun.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
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