Gunbrella

"A fast and fun action platformer that effectively utilises its core gimmick in inventive ways, Gunbrella is the noir punk indie that you should be looking to play when the weather calls for a coat and a brolly."

"Gunbrella is one of those indies that presents such a clever combo of fun gameplay elements that it&s;s an easy title to recommend."

"Gunbrella is one of the most unique 2D action platformers that I have ever played, simply because of the crazy weapon that you use to explore and defeat enemies. There is some backtracking here and challenging enemies to face, but …"

"Gunbrella is a beautifully animated, focused, and satisfying 2D-action title that delivers on its premise in spades. Gliding around with your Gunbrella as you blast away enemies never gets old, and while the game does suffer from a lack of …"

"A surprisingly deep gameplay and occasionally brutal difficulty make Gunbrella an enticing game worthy of attention if someone is in search of something unique and retro."

"Gunbrella is a wonderful, quirky noir-punk shooter that, like the abominations confronting the hero gunman, is made up of what should be many discordant parts. Yet what we get is a lore-rich world with slick movement in its bedrock that&s;ll …"

"Gunbrella is another example of developer doinksoft proving they know how to make a wicked cool video game. Featuring rainy nights and gorgeously bleak environments overrun with pollution as the backdrop, the steampunk and noir vibes are palpable as you …"

"Gunbrella is a very solid game. It isn&s;t perfect due to some easy boss fights, and it isn&s;t quite a Metroidvania because of the game&s;s linear nature. However, it does make good use of the titular weapon in performing some …"

"Gunbrella delivers a great combination of platforming and combat, punctuated by challenging boss fights and plenty of character interactions. The game introduces new ideas and challenges at a good pace and boredom never sets in. The narrative could have used …"

"Gunbrella is yet another project welcomed under the whimsical wing of Devolver Digital. The new Doinksoft-signed creature is an action platformer with metroidvania veins, which dares to stand out from the crowd thanks to the peculiarity of the weapon that …"

"Gunbrella throws a huge amount of elements into the pot of game design: twin stick shooter, action platformer, a touch of adventure, pure arcade sections, and a story designed specifically to insert any element into the game without penalizing narrative …"

"It never realizes its full potential as an action-platformer, even as it succeeds in controls, atmosphere, and moral decision-making."

"Gunbrella represents a commendable initial attempt at the concept. It maintains a tight pace without overstaying its welcome. With some refinement and improved character art, a sequel or successor could truly excel."

"Gunbrella&s;s compelling revenge tale, challenging platforming, and light Metroidvania elements make it an entertaining indie action game."

"Gunbrella is a superb neo-noir thriller that will have you floating like a butterfly and stinging like a bee."

"Even if it can be a little too easy and was over far before I’d have liked, Gunbrella’s incredible movement options, surprisingly intriguing mystery, and punchy gunfights quickly made it one of my favourite indies in recent memory and a …"

"While Gunbrella might struggle with providing a challenge, it more than makes up for it by providing a dark, gritty world where your choices have very real consequences. Not all is doom and gloom, as the comedy flows like polluted …"

"Gunbrella is a visually stunning &a; charming game with great gunplay &a; solid platforming, but it struggles to focus &a; falls short of its potential."

"Gunbrella takes a ridiculous idea and creates an incredible adventure around it. The gun/umbrella combination allows you to quickly traverse and blast enemies with ease. Surprisingly, the narrative includes an emotional punch and is brimming with charm. Although some of …"

"While Gunbrella has its issues, it&s;s still a really fun, gorgeous-looking experience that&s;s definitely worth a play for any fans of the genre. You shouldn&s;t expect anything groundbreaking in terms of story, but can look forward to a few laughs …"

"Less a case of reinvention for reinventions&s; sake, it&s;s the mix of familiar genre staples with a widened focus on smaller details that ends up with Gunbrella proving to be a brief, yet highly-satisfying entrant for action-platformer fans."

"Having played both Gato Roboto and Gunbrella, I&s;d say that the former is the stronger overall experience, edging out the latter because of its progress-halting bugs (which may be mostly hammered out during the game&s;s launch). The atmosphere and movement …"

"A finely crafted game in almost every respect, Gunbrella mixes engaging puzzles with exciting action, well-rounded characters, and a dark, intriguing mystery that infects the entire dystopian world."

"Humerous dialogue and banter brings levity to the grim, heavy narrative and bleak setting of Gunbrella. The game turns an elegantly simple concept on its head, resulting in gameplay that is both responsive and rewarding. Gunbrella is an exhilarating romp …"

"Each game has been distinct in nearly every way, and Gunbrella is once again a standout among its peers. I came away with some disappointments, but those hours I spent going through the game twice melted away unnoticed. If that’s …"

"Gunbrella is a sensational action platformer with incredibly fluid locomotion and a story that takes some unexpected turns."

"Gunbrella is a captivating mix between action, platform and noir storytelling. The game is enjoyable and well crafted, but its level design and the platform phases could have shine way more."

"Gunbrella ultimately fizzles out, playing its strongest card upfront and stumbling as it attempts to follow it up with something meaningful. For what it’s worth, playing with the eponymous central mechanic is never anything but a joy, but the rest …"

"Gunbrella is an easy recommendation to any gamer looking for a brief but memorable experience."

"Gunbrella is the ultimate cocktail for folks seeking an epic story, a mix of gameplay styles, and just an all-around good time. It&s;s chock-full of surprises from beginning to end, making it a no-brainer recommendation for anyone who loves platformers …"

"Gunbrella has a lot of potential, both in its storytelling and combat. Unfortunately there never feels like there is enough of either that will or could catapult the game into the upper echelons of pixilated side-scrollers. It is very close …"

"Gunbrella is a game that captured our attention from the beginning and becomes more and more engaging as it progresses. It&s;s impressive to see how, thanks to a weapon that&s;s half rifle, half umbrella, combat and platforming combine in such …"

"The only real complaint I had with Gunbrella was the map system, I always felt like I was lost as I wandered around cities, sewers and more, but due in large part to the fun of traversal with the Gunbrella …"

"Gunbrella is definitely worth it. It&s;s a great game, challenging at just the right point and always encourage you to try again when you lose. You might want to put it on easy mode; I went on normal, and I …"

"Gunbrella is a fast-paced, rewarding action-platformer full of pulpy noir personality. Minor balance issues and tonal whiplash aside, it is worth your time."

"Gunbrella is a rather easy recommendation. It’s a solid platformer with a lot of charm. I’m not sure it will be at the top of my mind when I think of my favorite games, and I don’t think I’m going …"