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Gunpoint
Developer Suspicious Developments
Gunpoint is a stealth-based puzzle-platform video game created by indie developer Tom Francis. The game was released for Microsoft Windows on 3 June 2013, and soon followed with versions for OS X and Linux. The game is set in the near future and sees players assume the role of freelance spy Richard Conway, who is tasked with infiltrating buildings to fulfil assignments from various clients. To do so, the player must… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
208 reactions from 3 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon) · newest Nov 6, 2026 · last updated Nov 6, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
97
LovedLoved
175 positive · 5 negative
95% range 94–99%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 175 | 5 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 6 | 0 | 17 |
| Mastodon * | 3 | 0 | 2 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Overwhelmingly Positive
10,427 of 10,661 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
98% recommend · 170 yes, 4 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 174 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Overwhelmingly Positive (13,000 of 13,331 positive).
Players praise the game as a short, fun stealth puzzle experience with rewarding mechanics. [1][2][3] Many highlight the witty writing and humorous dialogue as a standout feature. [4][5][6] Some reviewers note the game's low replayability and short length as drawbacks. [7][8]
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Representative posts
- [1]
A fun spy thriller puzzle game. The game also allows you to make choices that slightly alter the outcome of the story. Also has a great soundtrack. You can probably finish it in about 4-5 hours.
- [4]
Gunpoint is an amazing stealth puzzle game. The missions are entertaining and can be completed in a couple of minutes, keeping gameplay fast-paced and engaging. The conversations throughout the game are fit the overall tone perfectly and have a bit of humour here and there. The gadgets and abilities of the character are a blast to use, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the gameplay. One of the standout features …
- [5]
Quite a short game, I completed the story in 3 hours, but the gameplay is very satisfying with rewarding puzzles. The art is great, but the writing in particular is the best part. Picked this up dirt cheap in the sale but I recommend buying this game for sure.
- [11]
This is a lovely little puzzle game. It centers on a hacking mechanic that allows you to rewire different devices to each other, up to and including your enemies' guns! There's also an unusual jump mechanic with a fun in-universe explanation - all the writing is fun and punchy, actually. In all, it's a very simple game, and it's quite short - I've played it twice now, once on this account and once on my brother's, …
- [2]
Way too good. "Short" puzzle experience that will make you laugh out loud with a nice noir/futuristic story. On top of the good puzzles the game is a good and simple sandbox, you are kind of forced to have fun and experiment. If you like hacker games, stealth games or games in general play this indie gem.
Summarised from 34 of the 198 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 11, 2026. How summaries are made
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Gunpoint sits at 97% positive across 180 opinionated reactions from 3 sources. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?
Critics, per Wikipedia
Gunpoint was positively received by critics, attaining a score of 83/100 from review aggregator Metacritic. The game was widely praised for its gameplay, art style, music, and writing; while its short length was a common criticism. Eurogamer awarded the game 8/10 and wrote "'Always leave them wanting more,' goes the old showbiz adage, and Gunpoint certainly does that." GameSpot's review was more critical of the game's length, awarding it 7.5/10 and describing it as "the start of something great, but without more content, it feels too much like the appetizer to a main course." Destructoid gave the game 9.5/10 and called it "a hallmark of excellence," noting that "its short length might be…
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Reactions
60 of 208 · most liked firstTACTICAL BREACH WIZARDS IS OUT! Sorry for yelling but it took ages to make Turn-based tactics game about Navy Seers and Traffic Warlocks from the devs of Gunpoint and Heat Signature Grab it now for a discount and a lil extra gift! store.steampowered.com/app/1043810/... Boosts much appreciated!
neutral · AI labelView post →18. Gunpoint This was probably one of my favourite indie games ever, definitely one of the games that along with FTL were kinda foundational in my love of indies. A stealthy hacking game that knew the simple joys of throwing someone out a window. store.steampowered.com/app/206190/G...
positive · AI labelView post →Like come on… this is weaponized autism. Thery even put a space train on rainbow road again!! THEY ARE FORCING ME TO LIKE THIS GAME AT GUNPOINT
neutral · AI labelView post →On #GameMakersNotebook, @trentkusters.bsky.social chats with @pentadact.com (GUNPOINT, HEAT SIGNATURE, TACTICAL BREACH WIZARDS) about going from games journalism to game dev, ideas on challenge and difficulty, weaving gameplay with narrative, thoughts/advice on playtesting, and more! Episode link 👇🎙️
neutral · AI labelView post →26. Gunpoint The same developers as Tactical Breach Wizards, and just as much defenestration, this was one of tho games back in the day that made me really adore the indie game scene. So you can blame things like this and FTL for my love of Indies, and I still count Gunpoint as one of the best.
positive · AI labelView post →Tonight we're playing the game Gunpoint, which of course means the return... of Her
neutral · AI labelView post →Tactical Breach Wizards (wizards.cool) is my choice. It's from a tiny team, and oozes with charm and character. It's from the same team that did Heat Signature and Gunpoint. It's such a wonderful, fun game.
neutral · AI labelView post →Spongebob in Sonic Crossworlds is so fucking funny to me in the best way imagineable Hoping Sega holds Microsoft at Gunpoint to bring back the 2018 Avatars so that they can be in the game aswell
neutral · AI labelView post →Gunpoint, a very funny, interesting take on the stealth hacker game genre. Also it let you punch cops in the face...a LOT!!!(there's a archivement for doing it 100 times) store.steampowered.com/app/206190/G...
positive · AI labelView post →What’s your all-time favorite ‘hidden gem’ video game? Mine is Gunpoint #IndieGame #GameDev
neutral · AI labelView post →Any Suspicious Developments game, especially Heat Signature. Been obsessed with Francis’ work since Gunpoint so I’ll watch any of them no question
neutral · AI labelView post →Like Gunpoint is so fucking good. First game too I think? Sick
positive · AI labelView post →So many great games that some do get lost. A few personal faves:- - Donut County - The Afterparty - Gunpoint - Forgotten Anne - Game Dev Tycoon - Device 6 - Superhot - Sifu - Murder Mystery Machine - Last Stop
neutral · AI labelView post →this game uses third party DRM; Volt Holding You At Gunpoint
neutral · AI labelView post →i spent several hours spam clicking my mouse punching a singular guy i didnt even do it for the achievement I just kept doing it
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Really makes you feel like a guy wearing a hat.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →An Indie Masterpiece. Short, Fun, playable on a potato machine and absolutely worth the price. I really enjoyed it and hope there will be a second Gunpoint with even more levels, upgrades and shop items. Maybe even an amazing workshop support with not just levels, but also new enemies, new gadgets and new outfits. Would totally pay 19€ for that. Sadly there is no Gunpoint or Heat Signature on GOG. Prefer that platform more.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I think this sums it up pretty well: 14 dead. 37 injured. 20 jobs. $13,000. I've had better weeks. They don't let me name names on this blog, but the person behind the hit I was investigating is dead now. In fact, I may have killed more people than I actually avenged here. The trigger man's dead. That would have felt good if I hadn't just taken a seven story body slam. I don't know. I guess I picked the least ♥♥♥♥♥♥ of two incredibly ♥♥♥♥♥♥ sides. Maybe that doesn't matter.…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A fun spy thriller puzzle game. The game also allows you to make choices that slightly alter the outcome of the story. Also has a great soundtrack. You can probably finish it in about 4-5 hours.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I like some achievements sometimes because some achievements are clever like that one in Gunpoint or those ones in The Stanley Parable but y'know what yeah if achievements are really that important to a game they could just be in the game itself but they aren't, so
neutral · AI labelView post →Gunpoint still has my all time favourite achievement lmao
positive · AI labelView post →It's called "Gunpoint" but you can't get into a gunfight without screwing up the level
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →this game is not only underrated but also aged like a wine , i played it when i was a kid in pirate version now im 22 i searched a lot to buy the game and support the devs for this amazing game and finally here we are this game gives you everything to do a sandbox experience on missions puzzles are fun gameplay is cool and you can replay this game a lot of times also level editor is there for leveling the game for you i love it
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Simple and short puzzle game. Cheesy dialogue choices but I find it funny enough. Had fun
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Good short game that doesn't overstay its welcome, and I really did love the way in which the gameplay allows for all sorts of different approaches (fundamentally it's a stealth game but you can choose to play either as a ghost or a murderous slasher villain stalking the shadows) and I really did like how the story unfolds itself, and how player choice and agency matters. That and the ability to rewired circuitry in buildings opens up so many different ways to go through levels. I for one love…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gunpoint is an amazing stealth puzzle game. The missions are entertaining and can be completed in a couple of minutes, keeping gameplay fast-paced and engaging. The conversations throughout the game are fit the overall tone perfectly and have a bit of humour here and there. The gadgets and abilities of the character are a blast to use, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the gameplay. One of the standout features of Gunpoint is its simplicity. There are no unnecessary bells and whistles,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Retro Rewind - You run a blockbuster in the early 90s and its constantly getting updates. Video Game rentals are on the horizon! Gunpoint - A 2D sidescroller noir detective platformer where you stealth into buildings for various missions. Lots of charm.
neutral · AI labelView post →Way too good. "Short" puzzle experience that will make you laugh out loud with a nice noir/futuristic story. On top of the good puzzles the game is a good and simple sandbox, you are kind of forced to have fun and experiment. If you like hacker games, stealth games or games in general play this indie gem.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Got this game for the TF2 promotion hat but stayed for the puzzles, the witty dialogue and being able to kick down doors. Really short, but a good game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I decided to check out the rest of the defenestration trilogy after Tactical Breach Wizards. As the first game in the trilogy, this one is a lot smaller and narrower in scope, but it's overall very well put together and it has fun and interesting mechanics. The story is a bit mid but still entertaining. Overall I recommend it
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Short and sweet. This game takes it's core concept / gameplay loop and runs with it. You really feel like you're Spy Man
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Defenestrate your heart out
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Funny and a great puzzle game. Short, but well worth it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →finished the game 13 years ago and just came back to 100% the achievements. still such a fun little game! highly recommend.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Lovely little stealth hacking game, fun story, very replayable. Love the frogpants more games should have them.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →7 dead. 12 injured. 20 jobs. $13,000. I've had better weeks. They don't let me name names on this blog, but the person behind the hit I was investigating is dead now. He played a dangerous game: insulting my hat. The trigger man's going down. That would have felt good if I hadn't just taken a seven story body slam. I don't know. I guess I picked the least ♥♥♥♥♥♥ of two incredibly ♥♥♥♥♥♥ sides. Maybe that doesn't matter. Maybe all that matters is that I now have the ability to kick down…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Quite a short game, I completed the story in 3 hours, but the gameplay is very satisfying with rewarding puzzles. The art is great, but the writing in particular is the best part. Picked this up dirt cheap in the sale but I recommend buying this game for sure.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Heavy puzzle solving game to the point where it gets annoying. Not my taste.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Genuinely one of the best games I've ever played. The screenshots may not look like much, but it's one of the most unique games I've ever played, blending stealth, puzzles, platforming, and action into a fun little noir-themed package. My only complaint is that this game's incredible soundtrack isn't on streaming services. Look up "Gunpoint OST - Dig" on YouTube and you'll want to buy the game for the OST alone.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Nice little game that sat in my inventory for years, definitely fun for the couple hours it lasts. Has good mechanics, a tense story, humor and tons of fan made levels, recommended, should have played earlier.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Incredible game. The dialogues witty, the mechanics are up to snuff. I had fun with the story. only issue is after my first playthough it kept crashing at startup.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Solid puzzle game, plenty of room for creative solutions even if the battery mechanic discourages them somewhat.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A great game. Fun, pretty easy to understand. It’s challenging, but forgiving. The thing is, it’s only about two hours long. I’d say wait for a sale if youre gonna buy it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Very nice little game ! Atmosphere is on point, dialog is fun, borders on quippy without crossing the line. All the hacking and puzzle mechanics are very satisfying to use ! Only pain point is that the video settings are horrible if your screen is more than 1920*1080.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This blog was partially triggered by @mikebithell.bsky.social 's Vampirium 1997 announcement. A big shoutout to @pentadact.com 's fantastic game Gunpoint as well.
neutral · AI labelView post →Really cool game, way too short, but worth the time. I am sure I could play some levels better, I enjoyed the gadgets as well as the rewire logic and mechanic. Not too difficult puzzle, yet sometimes it took a while to realize how to get things done. Well done game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I cracked this game some 10 years ago when I was a broke little kid, I'm glad I remembered it and got to buy it properly. It's just as fun as the first time, probably even better now that I have a brain to think with to solve the levels.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gunpoint is a good game. So why is this review negative? I have a policy where I expect at least 1 hour of content per $ spent on a game, and this game only provided me with 6 hours of content for $10. The game has low replayability value, and I will not be returning to it. Disclaimer aside, Gunpoint is a solid stealth puzzler based on maneuvering around guards and manipulating the electronic environment (doors, lights, cameras) to remain hidden or cause chaos. Nothing about it stands out as…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →THIS IS MY FAVORITE GAME OF ALL TIME NO CAP
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →-punched a guy 400 times while he was on a floor, got an achievement -threw an enforcer out of an window love this 10/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The day this game came out was the day I made my Steam account and it was my first game. It'll always be special to me. But it's also just an amazing Puzzle Adventure Hack-them-up thing. It's so simple yet complex in just the right way and so rewarding. 10/10 Would reccomend Runs well ;)
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I really enjoyed this little game. It had a clever story with entertaining writing, enjoyable mechanics paired with levels that made me think a little, and an overall pleasant presentation. I will probably go through it again for all the achievements.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Fantastic game. It's what, 4 hours, less than? I wasn't really even trying to speedrun it, in fact I went for A+ rating on every mission, replaying them until I got it 'perfect'. It's fun to do! It's fun to figure out the most efficient way to beat each level. Anyway, Gunpoint is a very straightforward game. It almost feels like a Flash game, but with fairly nice production value except for the font that was chosen. It seems intentional that everything is presented in like Times New Roman or…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Fun puzzler, recommend!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Fantastic little stealth/puzzle game where you jump around buildings, through windows, and into guards with 60 km/h. It oozes with that early 2010s charm that's missing from many current day indie games, but doesn't suffer from any of the cringey writing pitfalls. It's just a damn charming 5 hour experience that I can't help but recommend.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Nice mechanics, good humor, and sweet gameplay.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I don't have much to say other than the game is great. And as many people mentioned before me the ways you can approach each mission/environment varies -you can either go full ambush mode or you can go full stealth, in which I did, excluding the last mission-, the soundtrack being a good fit with its detective theme and it also slaps, the humor is great especially with the first 30s-1min of the game, the gameplay is fun with the ridiculous jump mechanic and hacking through Crosslink and the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Played this game forever ago, and apparently for less than 8 hours, but it's still vividly in my memory as a great time
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is a lovely little puzzle game. It centers on a hacking mechanic that allows you to rewire different devices to each other, up to and including your enemies' guns! There's also an unusual jump mechanic with a fun in-universe explanation - all the writing is fun and punchy, actually. In all, it's a very simple game, and it's quite short - I've played it twice now, once on this account and once on my brother's, and it was only a few hours long each time (which to me is a positive)! Some of…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I'm not really a big fan of stealth games, but I liked this one a lot. It's mechanics are simple to grasp, but there's still some depth there. In fact, one of my biggest criticisms is that it felt like there was still space to explore the mechanics when the game ended; but the user-made levels help address that. Narratively, the plot is wry and darkly comedic, which is very fitting. Definitely fun and recommended.
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