- Publisher: Techland
- Release Date: Dec 10, 2019
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
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Feb 6, 2020Call of Juarez: Gunslinger is an absolute diamond in the rough. The motion-comic cut-scenes get the job done, but are otherwise unimpressive to look at. The frame-rate can get really rocky when there are tons of lawmen about, firing rifles or revolvers from all over a town, as Silas darts from cover to cover. The overall concept and execution on the other hand is pure genius and fully takes advantage of the historical setting, flawlessly weaving it into the gameplay. John Cygan as Silas Greaves is an utter joy to listen to, as he gradually succumbs to a hilarious stupor. The arcade-like structure makes Gunslinger a natural fit for the Nintendo Switch's portable mode, so that chunks of the game are easily digested and completed while on the go.
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Dec 18, 2019The Switch port of Call of Juarez: Gunslinger is well worth a look. The gyro controls are implemented well, and the game often defies its age to be a fun little shooter.
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Dec 16, 2019The story and setting are what Gunslinger excels in. Locations are varied yet believable, every actor sounds like they belong in a western, and some sound effects sound straight out of an old film. While the plot isn’t too deep, the characters are simplistic, and the level design and game mechanics feel at odds with each other, the narration and bits of historical accuracy are enough to keep you playing to the end.
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Dec 15, 2019Call of Juarez: Gunslinger’s Switch port is far from ideal, and those still looking for an optimal experience will want to check out the version available on Steam. Yet, for those who aren’t all that concerned with pixel-perfect accuracy and simply want to take their slapstick six-shooter fun on the go, it’s more than worth the asking price of twenty dollars.
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Dec 16, 2019Quotation forthcoming.
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Dec 19, 2019Call of Juarez: Gunslinger is a six year old game that is showing signs of its age, and has not been brought in the modern generation gracefully. The visuals are often ugly, and the gunplay is below the standard seen on Nintendo Switch or anywhere else. For your money, you can play a much better game on this console. I could only possibly recommend this game for people nostalgic for the game, but even then it's likely to ruin those rose-tinted memories.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 42 out of 53
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Mixed: 5 out of 53
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Negative: 6 out of 53
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Dec 10, 2019
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Dec 13, 2019Great game :) looks like made for switch! Love autoaim and positively challenged by duels.
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Dec 15, 2019