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Shotgun Cop Man

Shotgun Cop Man

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Released

Release Date: May 1, 2025

Singleplayer

An action platformer from the developer of My Friend Pedro. Shotgun Cop Man allows us to play as the titular cop who ventures into hell to arrest Satan. The protagonist can rely on the shotgun and the pistol. Each shot gives him momentum, throwing him in a specific direction.

8.1

OpenCritic

9.6

Steam

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Shotgun Cop Man is a crazy action platformer in which we play as the titular cop going to hell to arrest Satan himself. The game was developed by the independent studio DeadToast Entertainment, which also has the genre-related My Friend Pedro in its portfolio.

Gameplay

In Shotgun Cop Man we watch the action from the side.

Hellish journey

We explore hell in the game, jumping on platforms, avoiding abysses and other terrain obstacles, dodging traps, making use of trampolines or hooking a rope onto environmental elements and swinging in the air.

This is not the end, as our cop must also face hordes of enemies. The hero confronts both the ordinary inhabitants of the devilish domain and the powerful demons serving as bosses.

Using infernal guns

The protagonist makes use of firearms on the battlefield. Apart from the titular shotgun, there is also a pair of pistols on his forearm, which he can shoot independently in different directions.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

Developer: DeadToast Entertainment

Publisher: Devolver Digital

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Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for Shotgun Cop Man Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
(60 fps, 1080p) Intel Core i5-2500K / AMD Athlon X4 860K, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 750 / Radeon R7 260X, 500 MB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Recommanded System Requirements:
(120 fps, 1080p) Intel Core i5-10600K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 580, 500 MB HDD, Windows 10 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Shotgun Cop Man Video Game.

8.1

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 86% of Critics. There are 21 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Console Creatures: 8 / 10 by Bobby Pashalidis

Shotgun Cop Man is not something I expected to enjoy as much as I did, yet nearly 150 levels proved me wrong. The moment-to-moment gameplay is so well done, and having to plan my moves while dodging and fighting demons is a blast.

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VDGMS: 7.5 / 10 by Darren Andrew

Shotgun Cop Man costs six cents per stage and at this value proposition, it's hard to be upset at its shortcomings. Shotgun Cop Man is exactly what you would expect to get if you put Devolver Digital in a blender with Deadtoast, the studio behind 2019’s My Friend Pedro. The platforming is satisfying, addicting and refined, but best enjoyed in short sessions. The bosses are unique, but there is too much monotony in between. There are 162 stages, but there is a lack of variety across many facets of the experience. For every pro, there is a con, but Shotgun Cop Man isn’t here to win awards. He’s here to kick ass and take names on his quest to arrest satan in the bowels of Hell. Shotgun Cop Man is aware of what it is and at this price point is precisely what you expect and need it to be: A fast, frenetic action game with refined gameplay. Unfortunately, it's a little shallow on depth, variety and isn't the follow up to My Friend Pedro that was expected.

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MKAU Gaming: 6 / 10 by Ashley Barnett-Cosgrove

Shotgun Cop Man is fun and will give you at least four hours of entertainment, and more if you strive to complete all the goals. With many weapons, simple gameplay, and fitting music to keep you hyped up, Shotgun Cop Man is a nice alternative to similar genres like Super Meat Boy.

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96%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (75)

STEAM
Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Gameplay: s appreciate the fun and addictive nature of the gameplay, particularly the unique mechanic of using guns for movement, which allows for a fast-paced and chaotic experience.
  • Visuals and Audio: The sleek minimalist 2D graphics and satisfying audio for weapon use received positive remarks, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Content Richness: The game features a substantial amount of content, including 153 handcrafted levels, 18 weapons, and 9 bosses, which many s found impressive for a $10 indie game.
  • Movement Mechanics: The game’s movement system is praised for being intuitive and enjoyable, allowing for creative navigation through levels.
  • Replayability: The inclusion of speedrun challenges and the potential for a level editor in the future adds to the game's longevity and replayability.

The main cons of the game

  • Difficulty Balance: Many players noted that the game is generally too easy, with most levels and bosses lacking significant challenge, aside from the final boss. The scoring and time challenges were also considered too lenient.
  • Monotonous Soundtrack: The music was criticized for being repetitive and not varied enough, leading to a lack of engagement over longer play sessions.
  • Lack of Story Depth: The narrative and humor were seen as minimal, with some s expressing disappointment in the lack of character development or engaging dialogue.
  • Technical Issues: Some players reported issues with controls, such as the absence of an instant restart feature and difficulty skipping dialogue.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Increased Difficulty Options: s expressed a desire for additional difficulty settings, such as a hard mode where players die in one hit.
  • More Challenging Level Design: Some players felt that while the mechanics were solid, the levels could benefit from more demanding challenges that require mastery of the game's mechanics.
  • Expanded Story and Humor: There were requests for a more engaging narrative with additional jokes or character interactions to enhance the overall experience.
  • Leaderboards: A leaderboard feature for competitive scoring and speedrunning was suggested to increase replay value and community engagement.

Summary

  • Overall, "Shotgun Cop Man" is celebrated for its fun gameplay and unique mechanics, but it faces criticism for its ease, repetitive audio, and lack of depth in story and challenge.

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