Enter the Gungeon
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About Enter the Gungeon
Dodge Roll released Enter the Gungeon back in April 2016 under the Devolver Digital banner. This indie shooter blends arcade action with dungeon crawling mechanics on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and various other systems. You play as one of several misfits aiming to reach the bottom of a massive gun-filled lair. The goal is simple yet absurd: find the Bullet that can kill your past. Players navigate floors packed with enemies, traps, and secret rooms while wielding hundreds of unique firearms. It is a chaotic run-and-gun experience where every level changes slightly with each attempt.
Gameplay
Sessions involve sprinting through rooms filled with Gundead while dodging projectiles and managing ammo. You control movement with analog sticks or keyboard keys and aim with precision to take down foes before they overwhelm you. Every floor presents new layouts, hidden secrets, and merchants selling weird upgrades like time bombs or explosive shells. Co-op mode lets you bring a friend to share the chaos, making boss fights even harder but more rewarding. The controls feel tight as you slide past bullets and roll into cover. Collecting loot requires quick decisions since items can change your loadout drastically. Bosses demand pattern recognition rather than just button mashing to survive their deadly attacks.
What Players Think
Critics gave the game strong marks with an 84 on Metacritic and a 79.6 from IGDB based on 337 ratings. PlayPile data shows the average player spends significant time chasing secrets since only 14.3% of achievements unlock on average. The rarest trophy, Rider, appears in just 3.40% of saves. Community moods often lean toward frustrated joy as players struggle with RNG-based loot drops. Many users note that the high difficulty keeps them coming back despite repeated failures. Review snippets frequently mention the humor and variety of weapons as key drivers for replay value. The low price point around 4.49 dollars makes it an easy add to any library for those willing to grind.
PlayPile's Take
This title works best for players who enjoy fast-paced shooters with a heavy emphasis on luck and skill. The 54 achievements offer long-term goals, though the low unlock rates suggest a steep learning curve. At 4.49 dollars you get dozens of hours of content without needing expensive DLC. I recommend this if you like games where failure feels like part of the puzzle rather than a waste of time. Avoid it only if you prefer slow-paced tactical shooters or dislike random number generation affecting your progress. The final boss remains a tough hurdle even for veterans who have mastered the basics.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
79.6
RAWG Rating
4.1
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