5.9.2008

I've been meaning to pick up this game for such a long time now and finally managed to a few days ago, since then I have well and truely completed the whole game, including all of the side missions. The point I'm trying to make here is that the game is just too flipping small. I'm glad to say though that the size of the game was one of the few things that could have been better on this game.The first thing that caught my eye was the lush graphics that made up the detailed western landscape. Waterfalls, canyons, enormous lakes, beautiful planes. The detail that went into the backgrounds and character designs looks painstaking. I think one of the things that makes the graphics so good is the kind of glowing smoothness that adds to the cinematic experience,something I noticed in metal gear solid 3 also. The character development is good, the main character becoming more and moer likable as the game goes on. The storyline is reasonably good and easy to follow as each mission is an intrinsic part of the storyline (story missions that is). Being able to ride horses around puts a whole new angle on the game and makes it much more interesting, especially when in a gun fight. I'm also pleased to say that the controls whilst on a horse and on foot are perfect, no dodgy controls in this game.However the development of the main character lacks a bit more depth, probably because you only just start to get to know the main character as the game ends. The main story line is also a bit simple and cliche. I liked the idea of the synopsis, where a man with nothing to lose just goes a bit crazy and starts rampaging around for revenge. However the main character doesn't really show much emotion about anything much, and the storyline very quickly moves away from that rather 'real' story of him and onto a story that would be more suited to an Indiana Jones film, except with a better explanation of it at the end.The game is on a whole very easy. With the aid of quick draw (a very similar asset to the quick fire move in Max Payne)it's reletively easy to kill a lot of enemies in one go without being harmed. I also found that my character levelled up faster than the game did, so my guns were quite often too powerful to make things interesting. The reward system is also lacking somewhat. At the end of the game I spent a good hour or two hunting all the animals for the Indian guy. When I finally did all I got was $10, rubbish! But by this time I'd already bought everything from all the stores so money was completely useless!All in all this game has a great feel to it. Great sounds, music, voice acting, directing. The minor issues were so minor I didn't even really think about them until I'd done the game. In a way, because its so short it keeps its novelty and appeal for when you dig it out a year or two later. It's definitely a game worth keeping, and buying if you're looking for a cheap game that's good!

30.12.2006

I bought this game quite a while back now when it first came out yet I can't help having fond memories whenever I catch a glimpse of the cover on my shelf, it really is an achievement. When you think of games there are not that many (not that i've played at least) that will spark off nostalgia but this one does, like another reviewer said it is like a cinematic experience. For a start I thought the voice acting was great with Kris Kristofferson (Whistler from Blade) playing the role of Colton White's dad at the beginning, the cut scenes are also much better than most shooter games out there. But for me the real acheivement is the map itself, it cannot boast the mass of say,

6.1.2006

Im not a big fan of western films, never have been and probably never will be. But saying that a few good western films have entertained me in the past, so when this game cropped up, i thought i would check it out.First things first, yes the old cliche, it is GTA in the days of cowboys and indians.Presentation - Gun is very well presented. From the opening scenes you can tell that the game is going to run on a good story. Loading screens take a abit of time from the main menu but once the game is actually loaded they are non existantGraphics - Xbox pulls this off well. The landscapes are vast and distant. The viewing distance is pretty far so you can see rocks and valleys from a good distance without noticable clipping.

17.10.2006

A quick browse over the reviews will make it clear that many people were disappointed with the length of Gun. The first time run-through, even including side-quests and extras can be completed in 8-10 hours. As long as you prepare yourself for the breivity of the game, then strap yourself in for a great time.Gun is a fantastic and cinematic experience. The storyline really shines through, rising above so many other dire or bland plotlines in other games. The protaganist, Colton White, is a well-shaped character, believable and likeable. The game follows him on a quest to find out what the hell happened when his father and may others were killed aboard a beseiged steamliner.The controls are very intuitive,

23.11.2005

i was very impressed with this game, however i was hugely dissapointed with its length. i got it when i was off school ill, and so i played it quite alot then. after playing for only about 3 hours i felt i was quite far into the plot, which, unfortunatley, i was. this however, is my only vice with the game. the plot is really very gripping, and kept me playing simply to find out what happened next. the game borrows heavily from classic western films, and i was pleased that i could play out all my favourite bits from cheesy clint eastwood films, such as shooting through the hangmans rope to save an ally. fighting apaches off the bridge out of dodge city and the street fight as you work your way through empire to kill the corrupt mayor were particularly enjoyable.

7.11.2016

A great arcade western shoot em up in an open world environment, before red dead redemption there was GUN. Get revenge on some bad guys, explore the wild west, play some poker, become a bounty hunter, fight the Indians, search for gold and at high noon be ready for a showdown.positives- great gun fights makes you feel like the greatest gunslinger in the west, weapon choice authentic and all feel really cool to use, you have a special ability called quick draw where you slow down time with lighting fast gunplay just like in the old western movies.- great open space environments from towns, canyons and rugged terrain filled with buffalo,

6.7.2008

set in the untamed west of the late 1800's, GUN is a free-roaming action adventure game thats takes you to a world without laws - where greed, lust and murder are rampant. As colton white, a vengeful gunslinger, you must straddle the line between good and evil in a showdown against corrupt lawmen, a murderous preacher, renegade army psycopaths, merciless outlaws, and relentless warring tribes. along the way youll wage war on horseback, collect bounties and protects whores. travel through an action packed landscape of high mountain wilderness, deserts, and bustling territorial towns in an epic story of betrayal greed and revenge.colton white is an anti hero baddass trying to uncover a mystery involving his fathers death and his own life,

25.2.2006

This game has changed my life. It's so sad.Basically, i got this game. Great story, superb graphics. I can not honestly say that i found one bad thing inabout it. One minor thing is the fact that once you complete the story and the side missions (100% complete), you get an armoured horse and a cannon nock shotgun (sorry for any spoilers) but by this time you have totall demolished the game and there's nobody left to fight.It took me two days to complete, going on it for about two hours each day.I advise getting this game.Since playing it, i have had a disgusting love of the old spaghetti westerns, starring clint eastwood.Colton White, the main character in the game, has the same 'man with no name'

3.3.2009

This game was a pleasant surprise.You play as a Davie Crockett character hunting down a preacher who killed your father. As you wander about, or indeed ride around the wild west you come across others who ask you to perform tasks. In return you get a reward of some sort and its on your way.The graphics are a bit dated but actually suit the western style of the game. All the tasks are the sort of things you get in western movies. Shoot indians, shoot bandits, rescue maidens in distress etc. Its pretty good fun, especially if you are a fan of the wild west.The controls can be a bit cumbersome and the quickdraw, a sort of quicktime event, can be a blessing and a curse.

22.9.2009

I am into action shooter games and Westerns, and this is a good mix of both of those things. It has some of the best voice acting I have ever heard in a game. To me the game play is solid as a rock. I have never played a game where the horse was an intrigal part of the game, the sheer amount of ways you can maneuver the horse. You can use it in combat, and it beats walking from town to town. I was impressed with the different types of weapons I could use, and the fact that they had some historic accuracy to them. Aside from the main storyline, you can participate in lots of activities, like playing poker, being a bounty hunter, or even riding for the pony express. It keeps the game interesting and more fun.

16.11.2005

Well, I have been playing GUN for a few days now and I have to say that this is one of the best 3rd person games I have ever played. Your character is Colton White, who is trying to avenge the death of his 'father', who gets killed at the start of the game. This leads you into the meat of the game, which is not unlike GTA. There are the main story missions to progress in the game, however there are side missions such as playing poker at the saloon, or helping ranchers to look after their herds. While that might sound boring, it does help improve you shooting or horse riding skills and earn you money. The story so far has been good, with an excellent cast of voices involved from the movie world.

6.2.2010

This game was indeed a bit of a surprise. I love Grand Theft Auto games, and tend to buy the clones to keep me going; Gun looked like one, so I bought it. It does have quite a few similarities to GTA,but is definitely its own animal.As has been said, the game is a little short. The main story mission is very engaging, but you wish it it had taken longer to flesh out. You will enjoy what there is though. The side missions are a bit repetitive, but I ended up doing them all to get the 100%. Visually, the game is very good, the voice work is actually also very good, and the music gives the game a nice atmospheric western feel.I would recommend this game, as it is definitely worth playing,

31.1.2007

The shooting action is great, though it's not for the faint of heart. The makers of this game must be big fans of HBO's Deadwood or something, because the level of violence and general vulgarity in Gun greatly surpasses what you'd probably expect from a typical Western, even if you've seen some of the gorier ones. Gun pays tribute to the classic films in the genre, from the unbelievable rescue from the gallows in The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly to the unforgettable last battle (courtesy of a Gatling gun) in The Wild Bunch. However, Gun isn't just bloody; it's downright gnarly at times, like when you blast a big chunk out of an enemy's head with a clean shot from your rifle. Expect graphic violence,

5.1.2006

After seeing the adverts for this game, I thought that it looked dull and like nothing special. I then played it, and my view instantly changed. The game combines several gaming aspects, from Horse Riding, to heavy shooting to adventure. You play as Cole, a young man who has to carry out many tasks in order to discover the truth surrounding his past and present.The game is set in the wild west, with a range on enemies from Indian natives and gang members that are waiting to get a shot at you.If you enjoy action orientated games, that do include other aspects, then this is the game for you! The involving game play will keep you interested from start to finish.Graphics - 8/10Gameplay - 10/10Story

9.1.2006

This is probably the best game I have played. The storyline is epic with excellent music to accompany it, the graphics are breathtaking, with rolling mountains and highly detailed desert, rivers, bridges, horses and characters. But thats not all, the action is amazing, with shootouts between you and indians, you and bandits and anyone who gets in your way. The 'Quickdraw' is a very useful aspect of the game making it more dramatic, and the shooting flow better. Its very fun to play and also watch, as it could be a good film. Its only downfall, as said in other reviews is its length, it should be longer as the time your playing on it just flies by. Overall an excellent game, with few, if any,

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