- Publisher: Activision
- Release Date: Nov 16, 2005
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 2
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The graphics, sound, and gameplay all add up to an amazing gaming experience that is fueled by a well crafted story. The missions are varied, the characters are well developed, and the title comes together as *the best* western game ever to be made.
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I would have liked to have seen a multiplayer shoot out of some sort in the game, or a draw between two players, to see who the fastest one is. But, I think lag was the main reason these didn’t make it in, maybe next time.
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Visually, Gun is one of the prettiest looking titles I’ve seen in terms of quality of design.
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A skillfully crafted work of art that delivers a high level of entertainment from start to finish, especially in high-definition and Dolby Digital audio (highlighted by great western music). But Gun won't jump out at you as a next-gen technological masterpiece--it's just too early for that.
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The game’s music fits a Western-themed game very well while providing enough oomph to make the battles appear even more dramatic.
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Game InformerGun surrounds you with characters and a story that put their own stamp on the genre and make you a participant in a grand adventure that stands up to the rich tales of the legendary west. [Dec 2005, p.150]
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If you love a good western then GUN has all those clichéd moments with Indians, stagecoaches, trains, gunfights, jailbreaks, and everything else that has become a staple in western lore.
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It isn't a short game to beat, but after you're done there's no online play to make you go back to it. Still, a solid game.
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On the one hand, it's a great adventure game and yes certain areas could have been polished. The problem is that they only enhanced the graphics and the audio a bit for the 360 version. In other words, for those who already own it for the Xbox system, aside from enhanced graphics and 360 acievements there isn't much of a difference.
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The gameplay mechanics in Gun are a lot of fun, and can be picked up and learned pretty easily with a little tiny bit of practice.
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I sincerely hope that Gun does well enough to warrant a Gun 2, and that the sequel really fills out the gameplay and lets it truly live up to its full potential.
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Even though it has open-ended free roaming aspects, it feels far more like a short linear game supplemented by hidden areas and bonus missions.
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The gameplay's neither terribly exciting nor really unique in the world of action games, and what uniqueness we get from the setting is about all it really has (other than the core story which happens to be pretty damn good).
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You'll likely be so enthralled by the riveting story that you simply won't notice the hours flying by. Of course, that's also due in no small part to the fact that the game is unsatisfyingly short.
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Gun is a darn good Western and really the only action title of its kind available for the Xbox 360, but since its already available on current gen consoles I wouldn't purchase a new system to play it.
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The Xbox 360 version does benefit from being graphically better than its previous cousins, and, as a result, it's the best version out there, providing an experience that absolutely, positively nails the Wild West as it's supposed to be.
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One of the best action games to come along in recent memory. It’s unfortunate that the experience ends so quickly, but few games twice as long leave behind such a lasting impression as remains after completing this adventure in the Old West.
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A game that has a mature storyline, bloody, and gritty action and some wide-open fun in a scary game world.
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Play MagazineThe big surprise comes from the strength of the narrative, which crackles with snappy dialogue and characters that show real emotion. [Jan 2006, p.47]
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A pleasant surprise and incredibly fun, but far too brief and in need of some more polish. Count me first in line for the sequel.
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Gun may not showcase the true power of the Xbox 360, it is still one slick open-ended shooter that does justice to the Western theme.
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One of the strongest aspects of the game is the outstanding story.
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Are you a fan of westerns? If so, there’s no reason not to grab Gun while you wait for the next round of 360 titles to hit, but it’s so short and offers little replay value so a rental is probably in your best fiscal interests.
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If there's a nit to pick with Gun, it's that it's short. Depending on how much you poke around, you can beat it in anywhere from six to ten hours. To us, that's no problem; we'll take a short amazing game over a long lackluster one any day.
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You've got a rich and compelling narrative, a twitch-happy gun mechanic, and a big landscape in which to explore. On the other hand, the controls are loose and a little sloppy, the targeting perimeter around each character is way too big and forgiving, so it's easy to be a bad shooter, and the vast landscape doesn't have much in it.
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After playing through it once, I was left feeling a little disappointed. GUN is still a fun adventure, but lacks in some elements that could have made it a real hit.
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Fast paced action, with a fast-paced storyline that ends much too soon. The game feels like an unbalanced mix of realistic combat and shooting gallery mechanics.
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It runs into problems that stem from not being produced exclusively for the new console, and from overly formulaic third person shooter material.
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A solid game that, on all platforms, performs admirably, draws you into the story, takes itself (and you) seriously, and does the genre proud. It's too thin around the waist to really tangle with the big boys.
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A must-rent because of its enjoyable campaign, but I’m afraid that’s all, due to its major deficiency in replay value.
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But it's the story line that will grab your attention as you wander from quest point to quest point, doing missions to help figure out where you really come from and how you can avenge dear old Dad.
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Official Xbox MagazineIt's a crying shame that Gun for 360 didn't get the next-gen love it deserves. [Jan 2006, p.62]
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 48 out of 79
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Mixed: 23 out of 79
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Negative: 8 out of 79
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Kai-ErikJensenJul 30, 2008
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BobR.Jul 16, 2007
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Mr.FlyMay 30, 2007Easily one of the most fun games on the console. Not at all attractive but very entertaining. A definite pre-owned / budget purchase.