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87

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 0 out of 18
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  1. Aug 28, 2019
    100
    Games as good as Enter the Gungeon don’t come along very often. There’s so much to discover here that you’ll be playing this game for a long time. And you’ll still come back even after you see everything. Gungeon is the pinnacle of rogue-like design.
  2. Jan 2, 2018
    100
    No game is perfect, but Enter the Gungeon is currently the pinnacle of Switch indie titles. It displays beautiful pixelated visuals, addictive twin-stick gameplay and outrageous rewards around every corner. A must buy!
  3. Dec 28, 2017
    100
    Enter the Gungeon is a full-clip of awesome, loaded into a gun of perfection and fired onto the most interesting console.
  4. 90
    Enter The Gungeon holds up quite well on the Nintendo Switch, and diehard fans of physical editions will be content with what's on offer here.
  5. Aug 6, 2019
    90
    Enter the Gungeon hits the Nintendo Switch with a special version-complete physical edition of one of the finest action roguelikes ever made.
  6. Jeuxvideo.com
    Apr 7, 2019
    90
    With an awesome action rogue like gameplay and a lot of content and secrets to discover, Enter The Gungeon is one of the most successful games published by Devolver Digital.
  7. Apr 3, 2018
    90
    Enter the Gungeon is dangerously easy to jump back into for ‘just one more game’. It’s been out for a while on other consoles, but it is the perfect fit on the Switch as you can try and squeeze in another run for the gun wherever you may be. With great pixel art filled with personality, appropriate music, and fun gameplay, it’s not hard to sink many hours into Enter the Gungeon.
  8. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Feb 26, 2018
    90
    Enter the Gungeon is an excellent roguelike on Switch, with a lot of variety to be had even when the goings gets oh-so-very tough. [Issue #32 – March/April 2018, p. 20]
  9. Dec 21, 2017
    90
    A wonderfully violent, often hilarious roguelike that's a great addition to any Switch collection.
  10. Dec 16, 2017
    90
    Enter The Gungeon is a brilliantly tactile, endlessly replayable twin-stick roguelike that sits right up there with the very best indie games on Nintendo Switch. With satisfying combat, random levels, and an endless supply of inventive weapons, items and secrets, it's always a total joy to play. Yet another modern indie classic has found a natural home on Nintendo's console.
  11. 85
    Enter The Gungeon is about as good as it gets for scratching that roguelike itch. The dungeon-craw- excuse me, gungeon-crawling mixed with twin-stick shooting has proven in the past to be a solid gameplay setup, and here mixed in with the smooth dodge-roll mechanic plus the great amount of customizable guns makes every run-through fun and exciting. The colorful and idiosyncratic style of the sprites and animation are absolutely delightful, and almost make you root for the cute little bullets shuffling around trying to kill you. The game runs great both docked and in handheld mode, the latter being what makes the Switch the amazing console it is. Obviously, if challenging games aren’t your thing you may want to think twice before purchasing, but if you are in market for an excellent roguelike, look no further and Enter The Gungeon.
  12. Aug 7, 2019
    81
    Enter the Gungeon was a super-fun game back in 2016 and now, it's even better. So, if you still haven't played it and you have a fondness for roguelike twin-stick shooters, picking up a copy of this delightful package is a must. [Physical Edition]
  13. Feb 5, 2018
    80
    Roguelikes are characterized by having a good amount of secrets to be discovered, and Enter the Gungeon does not disappoint. Even so, discovering how to unlock certain secrets or puzzles is just a matter of time, a lot of time.
  14. Jan 24, 2018
    80
    One third bullet hell, one third shoot 'em up, and one third roguelike, Enter the Gungeon is a magnificent blend of three genres that go together impressively well. The wide variety of guns keeps each playthrough feeling fresh, regardless of the character chosen, and the diverse enemy design is sure to keep players on their toes as they force their way through the Gungeon. There are some issues that rise from the randomness of it all, par for the course for a roguelike, but the fluid gameplay, massive weapon cache, and bullet-heavy atmosphere make Enter the Gungeon one incredibly endearing experience.
  15. Jan 15, 2018
    80
    The bigger issue for me is the super long load times. I really hope they patch this soon because despite the issues, I’ve had a blast playing portable Enter the Gungeon.
  16. 80
    If you’re a fan of shooters and relish the challenge, Enter the Gungeon is absolutely at the top of its genre. This is a game with meaningful, complementary mechanics and a tight gameplay loop which will have you playing for days.
  17. Dec 22, 2017
    80
    The game looks great with its fantastic pixel art and also has a soundtrack that makes the game sound just as cool as it looks. If you are into puns and twin-stick shooters then Enter the Gungeon is probably for you. The game also features a co-op mode so if you aren’t into getting beat on alone you can bring a friend along for the bullet storm ride.
  18. 75
    Enter the Gungeon can be brutal. However, you’ll find yourself laughing at its quirky dialogue and obviously ridiculous weapons, and you’ll dust yourself off and jump back in. And each time, you get a little bit better, get a little bit farther, discover a secret area on the map, and prepare to die — just one more time.
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 273 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 20 out of 273
  1. Dec 15, 2017
    10
    Great game. Portable option is amazing for many games, especially for ETG.
    The only issue - some lags while fighting few bosses with a lot of
    Great game. Portable option is amazing for many games, especially for ETG.
    The only issue - some lags while fighting few bosses with a lot of bullets in the air. Hope it will be fixed with patches.
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  2. Mar 16, 2018
    7
    The game is a ton of fun and were it not for one issue, I would give this an 8 or a 9. The issue I have is somewhat poor optimization for theThe game is a ton of fun and were it not for one issue, I would give this an 8 or a 9. The issue I have is somewhat poor optimization for the switch. For the most part the game runs great, however in a few boss fights where there are a lot of bullets on screen, I will get some slowdowns. In a game which requires so much precision, this is really annoying. I don't at all regret buying this game, but I hope they optimize the performance. Full Review »
  3. Jan 2, 2018
    8
    Both compelling and infuriatingly difficult, Enter the Gungeon offers hours of frantic bullet hell fun.