Resogun

 PlayStation 4
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1067 Ratings

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  1. HuevoAlce
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    Resogun is one of Housemarque's best games to date. It's addicting and inventive and offers more than enough content to satisfy a good while.
  2. Chandler43
    Apr 7, 2021
    8
    Fun, bright and challenging! The only downfall of this game is how fast it can be completed, maybe this is a chance for a series to grow into something big!
  3. EwokSmuggler
    Nov 10, 2020
    9
    Best launch title for the PS4 looking back. Gameplay is Fast, addicting and extremely fun.
  4. Assassin_Z-100
    Nov 9, 2020
    9
    This game is relatively short but it is packed with action as a side scroller shooter. The platinum in this game is also relatively easy and can be done from start to finish in less than 12 hours. If you are into bullet hell type of games and enjoy shooting from a space ship this game is for you.
  5. Ruzaky
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    Very good. And it was for free i think on Ps4 Lunch.Its like you playing super cool game from Arcade times but even better ;)
  6. Skeleton9
    Mar 18, 2020
    10
    Fantastic game which honours Defender, respects it, brings it into the modern era. Everything about it is brilliantly done; it's smooth, playable, addictive, it looks incredible, the difficulty curve is so well-judged.

    Housemarque seem to have this ability to make games which are insanely addictive and challenging, yet so much fun they're never annoying. Nex Machina is another example.    Fantastic game which honours Defender, respects it, brings it into the modern era. Everything about it is brilliantly done; it's smooth, playable, addictive, it looks incredible, the difficulty curve is so well-judged.

    Housemarque seem to have this ability to make games which are insanely addictive and challenging, yet so much fun they're never annoying. Nex Machina is another example.

    Resogun is an absolute festival of arcade fun, and deserves attention even years after release.    … Expand
  7. lostsol
    Nov 25, 2019
    8
    Played the hell out of Resogun. It was addictive and so much fun.

    My only cretinism to the studio is that tried to milk the success of the game by trying to sell you content that should've been included in the already very short game to start with.
  8. HTGamer
    Feb 16, 2019
    9
    Resogun is a great 2D arcade twin stick shooter from Housemarque, inspired by the classic arcade shoot-em-up Defender. You fly across a series of rotating cylinder-shaped stages shooting at enemies while rescuing humans as a side-quest. It's optional, but by doing so you earn bonuses such as extra lives and bombs. You can only shoot horizontally (no 360 degrees shooting) so you also haveResogun is a great 2D arcade twin stick shooter from Housemarque, inspired by the classic arcade shoot-em-up Defender. You fly across a series of rotating cylinder-shaped stages shooting at enemies while rescuing humans as a side-quest. It's optional, but by doing so you earn bonuses such as extra lives and bombs. You can only shoot horizontally (no 360 degrees shooting) so you also have to maneuver the ship to avoid enemies. Resogun isn't an original or groundbreaking game, but it's highly addictive and joyful to play. It's got great voxel-based 3D graphics (you can notice it especially when exploding parts of the stage with a bomb) and runs at 60 fps. The base game was rather short but it got expanded with a series of DLCs. The developers added, among other things, a ship editor (you can create a ship with the stats and shape of your choice), challenges, and a new mode called Defenders (you play as a ground-based human waiting to be rescued by a ship). You can even play in co-op in some of the modes. I wholeheartedly recommend Resogun to all retro arcade fans.… Expand
  9. Gamesearcher1
    Dec 6, 2018
    8
    The greatest launch title for the PS4, excluding games that were released previously for the last generation. Resogun is a simplistic shooter with incredible speed, addicting gameplay and a short but sweet number of levels. Your main focus to save humans from alien invasions, but you can just flat-out ignore that goal. The gameplay is smooth, but there is a massive gripe with the game. YouThe greatest launch title for the PS4, excluding games that were released previously for the last generation. Resogun is a simplistic shooter with incredible speed, addicting gameplay and a short but sweet number of levels. Your main focus to save humans from alien invasions, but you can just flat-out ignore that goal. The gameplay is smooth, but there is a massive gripe with the game. You can beat it in two to three hours. Pick this game up in a sale for $5, and it'll be completely worth it, guaranteed. I surely as hell would be excited if a sequel was released as a launch title for the PS5.… Expand
  10. paulc8888
    Sep 9, 2017
    10
    I have never put so much time into one game in my life. I've been playing this for over a year now and I'm still learning. I can see myself playing it for another year!
  11. Rustaman
    Jul 13, 2017
    9
    Really liked the game! A great shooter with stunning and colorful visual effects, graphics, sound design. Downright addictive and never lets go. Recommend!
  12. SS_Talon
    Apr 29, 2017
    9
    Addictive space shooter that's lots of fun to play! Colorful graphics, energetic music, superb mechanics, and challenging levels make this a console classic and a must have any PS4 owner!
  13. YetiYeti
    Mar 25, 2017
    10
    Tolles Spiel! Macht süchtig! Bin beim Suchen nach zu "Aqua Kitty Milk Mine Defenders" auf Resogun gestoßen. Spielemechanik ist die gleiche. Wem das eine gefallen hat, wird das andere auchgefallen. Als einen DLC kann man auch noch einen Menschen spielen der sein Haus verteidigt - gaaaanz toll.
  14. Gronxy
    Mar 10, 2017
    8
    Really enjoying this game on my new PS4. I play this with my kids every night. It's graphical presentation is gorgeous. And it is challenging enough to make us try over and over again.
  15. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    This is really awesome game for the Playstation 4. One of the first games i got for the system and still one of my favorites for it. Well worth a purchase.
  16. Sergio_Vieira
    Nov 15, 2016
    10
    This is a great great game. The return to the great arcade shooters using the potential of the PS4! JUST GREAT! My first ps4 title at launch and I did play it again later on PS3 and VITA to get that super Platinum trophy once again!
  17. dasthomas
    Jul 14, 2016
    9
    Resogun really got me when I started going through list of it's trophies and executing them. I had the game sitting in my games list on ps4 for about 3 months and played a little bit during that time, not too much; but when my trophy fever started I played the hell out of it and got the Platinum in the end. Really good game - good job housemarque
  18. WackoDaSniper
    Mar 9, 2016
    9
    I remember playing this game back on launch day, good times. Still a great game, just needs more players. Graphics are nice and it can be challenging with a friend.
  19. acollin1
    Feb 18, 2016
    8
    Wow, talk about addiction. Found this gem on a PSN sale. One of my better purchases from there. Took a decade long hiatus from gaming and never really played a game like this but it was so enjoyable. The differences between both levels and difficulty are actually there which makes each level different depending on difficulty chosen. Would probably make for an awesome co-op as well. whileWow, talk about addiction. Found this gem on a PSN sale. One of my better purchases from there. Took a decade long hiatus from gaming and never really played a game like this but it was so enjoyable. The differences between both levels and difficulty are actually there which makes each level different depending on difficulty chosen. Would probably make for an awesome co-op as well. while I've played it co-op we both had very limited experience. Once you beat all the levels on all the difficulties there's not much playability without buying extra expansions (which are rather pricey in my opinion when I got the game for $5). Otherwise would've been a 9.… Expand
  20. jsands7
    Dec 24, 2015
    9
    Resogun is great. I actually felt weird when the PS4 launched because I bought big launch titles like Killzone but didn't even open the package for a long time because I was so into Resogun. Great soundtrack/effect and intense gameplay. This can really get addictive if you start trying to push your limits and get to those high score multipliers. I believe I got it for free but this game isResogun is great. I actually felt weird when the PS4 launched because I bought big launch titles like Killzone but didn't even open the package for a long time because I was so into Resogun. Great soundtrack/effect and intense gameplay. This can really get addictive if you start trying to push your limits and get to those high score multipliers. I believe I got it for free but this game is definitely worth buying. Great game.… Expand
  21. Kaprawiec
    Dec 10, 2015
    10
    Well this is pure perfection for me. Starting with excellent smooth gameplay and controls finishing on really nice challenge and pure fun flowing at You straight out of the screen. This is essentially what the video game should be.
  22. HENCHMAN
    Nov 22, 2015
    10
    For what this game is, it's perfect. Classic addictive arcade game, fast pace, high score chasing action. It's pure reactionary. Leave your slow thinking brain at the door. Reminds me of the simple games I played as a kid. It's timeless and will still be fun in 20 years. I'll get much move value out of this than any COD I've played. Can't beat it for $15. Nice soundtrack, explosions, andFor what this game is, it's perfect. Classic addictive arcade game, fast pace, high score chasing action. It's pure reactionary. Leave your slow thinking brain at the door. Reminds me of the simple games I played as a kid. It's timeless and will still be fun in 20 years. I'll get much move value out of this than any COD I've played. Can't beat it for $15. Nice soundtrack, explosions, and bright. Best part is, I don't have to keep putting in quarters.… Expand
  23. SpacedSkunk
    Nov 12, 2015
    9
    This game has a real nostalgic arcade feel, it's easy to play and hard to master. I'm doing my review now with and there are big additions to the game to keep you going back for more and DLC that add more modes in.

    If you like classic arcade shooters where the aim of the game is to get a high score then this is the game for you. It's a credit to the old skool shooters and is easily up    This game has a real nostalgic arcade feel, it's easy to play and hard to master. I'm doing my review now with and there are big additions to the game to keep you going back for more and DLC that add more modes in.

    If you like classic arcade shooters where the aim of the game is to get a high score then this is the game for you. It's a credit to the old skool shooters and is easily up there with what I would consider and essential purchase for any 'gamer'.    … Expand
  24. OneManArmyAndre
    Oct 29, 2015
    8
    This game is a really good bullet hell shooter, even though the price of 15 dollars is a little steep. The game does have nice gameplay and nice mechanics that makes it different from other bullet hell shooters,
    The only thing about this game is the lack of more things to do besides beating the same 5 levels on the different dificulty settings.
    It has dlc with 2 new modes at the cost of    This game is a really good bullet hell shooter, even though the price of 15 dollars is a little steep. The game does have nice gameplay and nice mechanics that makes it different from other bullet hell shooters,
    The only thing about this game is the lack of more things to do besides beating the same 5 levels on the different dificulty settings.
    It has dlc with 2 new modes at the cost of 8 dollars.
    I give this game a 10 on gameplay.
    a 8 on replay value.    … Expand
  25. DrakeGarrison
    Aug 26, 2015
    8
    RESOGUN is a visceral fast-paced shoot em' up developed exclusively for the PS4 system. Unleash a varied array of devastating weapons including lasers, missiles, overdrive, and nova-bombs to blast hordes of enemies and rescue the last survivors from distant galactic colonies that are under ruthless attack from an evil alien invasion force.
  26. Lazlo21
    Jul 31, 2015
    10
    There is nothing wrong with resogun. Nothing. It is perfect in every aspect. The gameplay is standard, side scrolling shooting aspect. It's addicting and will make you want to go back to play levels many of times. The music is also outstanding, and goes along perfectly with shooting at other ships. The graphics are another highlight. The neon colors that all the ships emit make it amazing,There is nothing wrong with resogun. Nothing. It is perfect in every aspect. The gameplay is standard, side scrolling shooting aspect. It's addicting and will make you want to go back to play levels many of times. The music is also outstanding, and goes along perfectly with shooting at other ships. The graphics are another highlight. The neon colors that all the ships emit make it amazing, sometimes tough-on-your-eyes visuals. And when things get going with maybe hundreds of enemies on screen at a time, ooo boy. None of the deaths felt cheap too. They were all an effect of pure challenge. Also, i have lots of fun with the recently added ship editor, in both making ships and picking them out of the thousands that are made by other players. 10/10… Expand
  27. FogCityRoller
    Jun 23, 2015
    9
    I really love this game because I'm a big fan of side-scrolling shooters, but I can't give this game a 10. Even though the price isn't very high, the standalone title has a low amount of content and I was disappointed in how short the game is. Again, disappointing considering how fun the actual gameplay is and the graphics are total eye candy.

    I know they've released additional content    I really love this game because I'm a big fan of side-scrolling shooters, but I can't give this game a 10. Even though the price isn't very high, the standalone title has a low amount of content and I was disappointed in how short the game is. Again, disappointing considering how fun the actual gameplay is and the graphics are total eye candy.

    I know they've released additional content which I've bought every one of them, but it's a practice that I don't want to encourage in game development.    … Expand
  28. frashed
    Jun 9, 2015
    9
    Load game, destroy waves, save humans, win trophies. Massively fun and addictive. At $8 on the PSN store it's a steal. The expansions are also quite fun.
  29. TheChronicle
    Mar 20, 2015
    9
    The game is a great PS4 exclusive and really is addicting. The graphics have a great old school flare which gives the game a much more greater vibe. The A.I is spot on,the updates for this game really make the game more enjoyable and the multiplayer in this game is fantastic,but it does take a long time to find someone to play with and the bosses overall are simply to easy ,even on theThe game is a great PS4 exclusive and really is addicting. The graphics have a great old school flare which gives the game a much more greater vibe. The A.I is spot on,the updates for this game really make the game more enjoyable and the multiplayer in this game is fantastic,but it does take a long time to find someone to play with and the bosses overall are simply to easy ,even on the hardest mode. The game is really addictive and always wants you to push harder to get the trophies and new high scores. The new modes they've added make the game really worth its value,but the other modes are unlocked if you buy the other dlc which is bummer. The game also includes a ship editor which makes you create your own ships and download other people's ships from the online fourms in-bulit in the game. Overall the game is must buy and really is a great action game , with great old school vibes. A must Buy!… Expand
  30. MASTERWHOPPER
    Feb 21, 2015
    9
    This game is arcade perfection. Absolutely gorgeous with amazing, fun game play. If you love chasing high scores and improving them then this game is absolutely for you. This is on of the best PlayStation exclusive games ever released. Do yourself a favor and pick up the season pass as well if you find you like the base game. It takes this from a 9 to a perfect 10 out of 10 with the addedThis game is arcade perfection. Absolutely gorgeous with amazing, fun game play. If you love chasing high scores and improving them then this game is absolutely for you. This is on of the best PlayStation exclusive games ever released. Do yourself a favor and pick up the season pass as well if you find you like the base game. It takes this from a 9 to a perfect 10 out of 10 with the added content and fun new game modes that really mix things up.… Expand
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#5 Best PS4 Game of 2013
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#6 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2013
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#13 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2013

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84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 66 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 61 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 66
  3. Negative: 0 out of 66
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Mar 3, 2014
    85
    Resogun is a downloadable crack of the best variety. Buy it. [January 2014, p76]
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Feb 13, 2014
    92
    An excellent classic shoot 'em up in the vein of Defender. Very pretty, very challenging.
  3. CD-Action
    Jan 10, 2014
    85
    A great shoot ‘em up born of passion for the genre. [01/2014, p.63]
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