Gunstar Heroes

 iOS
Metascore
62

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
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  1. AppSafari
    Oct 29, 2011
    80
    Overall, Gunstar Heroes was a pretty good experience for me. It does a fairly good job of keeping itself fresh without losing its authenticity. While there are definite places in which it can improve, I think it's a great time-passer and is a good addition to anyone's app collection.
  2. 148Apps
    Feb 12, 2011
    60
    Another Genesis game brought to iOS by Sega, but its twitch-based gameplay often falters on the platform with its controls.
  3. AppSpy
    Feb 12, 2011
    60
    A true platforming classic and having a version you can play on the go is great, but the controls leave a lot to be desired.
  5. TouchGen
    Feb 12, 2011
    60
    A highly challenging game that is hampered by poor controls.
  6. Slide to Play
    Feb 12, 2011
    50
    Gunstar Heroes is an amazing game, but you'd be better off playing it on a different platform if you can.

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#65 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2010
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#50 Most Shared iOS Game of 2010

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  1. CA_ScottH
    Oct 11, 2022
    9
    Gunstar Heroes is a classic, and one of my favorite Genesis/Mega Drive era games. It's awesome to have a version of this on the go on mobileGunstar Heroes is a classic, and one of my favorite Genesis/Mega Drive era games. It's awesome to have a version of this on the go on mobile devices.

    The two standouts with Gunstar Heroes are (1) the four weapon types that can be mixed and matched with each other in pairs of two, and (2) the stellar and engaging design of the bosses. The soundtrack and hectic encounters with standard enemies are also worthy of an honorary mention.

    The touch-screen controls certainly leave a lot to be desired; in fact, it's darn near unplayable. But, the game has full controller support, which I heavily recommend. I did my playthrough on the Backbone control pad, and it handled like a dream. Absolutely no complaints from me.    … Full Review »
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