Gunhound EX

A fast paced run ‘n’ gun with a step learning curve but very rewarding if you’re patient. The controls might be tricky at first and you may need to experiment to find the right settings for you, but as you get used to them you’ll be making Michael Bay proud with all the mayhem you’ll be creating. It comes with a tutorial which is a must if you want to understand the basics, but I won’t deny it can be frustrating at first to get into, but is not impossible. Unfortunately a controller is a must have if you want to enjoy the game at is fullest; you can use your keyboard but it’ll be incredibly tricky to play like that considering the many inputs you must take into account. The game does a fantastic job at making you feel like you’re piloting a tanky mech but the game can be as fast paced as you want to and has a mechanic that allows you to eject your armor making you faster but more susceptible to damage which works with the game trying to be challenging. The plot is just there to give the game a sense of direction, but something the game doesn’t tell you is that you can skip the dialogue by holding down the dash button which should come in handy because the game has moments where the dialogue can drag on. The game being Japanese in origin means that the written dialogue is translated but it has a fair share of typos and Engrish which don’t detract from the game but remain present and can be very amusing. I must admit the dialogue can really get in the way sometimes, but it can be ignored easily. If you are here for the plot you’ll be dissapointed because it is very plain and quite generic. To add replay value the game comes with an unlock system which is attached to your score; every single point you earn (Even if you die) will be gradually added to a score meter and you’ll unlock new weapons after you reach certain milestones. The weapons you unlock work differently and may require different tactics in order to use them properly as well making the game more or less challenging depending of your loadout. Nevertheless the order at which some are unlocked makes them redundant but no less fun to experiment with or use. While it may be grindy (Especially if you want to unlock all achievements) it is an interesting way to add replayability and the game will reward you accordingly depending how well you play. Great pick if you crave some mech action. If you’re patient to get used to the controls you won’t regret it.