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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 76 | 6 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 91% | 86 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 95% | 90 | 10 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 28 reviews sampled · 20 total reviews in window · weighted 13.4 up / 0.7 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (21)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
- 60
“Guns, Gore & Cannoli is a reasonably proficient side-scrolling shooter that grows somewhat tiresome through repetitive combat and unpleasantly clichéd character design. It's an enjoyably brainless diversion - especially in multiplayer - but it's one that only really works in small doses.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“For its few hours of playtime Guns, Gore and Cannoli delivers precisely what its title suggests, though not much more. It’s a bit more of a challenge taking it all on by yourself, and certainly with some friends the carnage can be more fun as a group experience. While its memory probably won’t linger with you for a long time it’s still a fun diversion if you’re looking for some arcade-style shooting action… and ZOMBIES!”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Ultimately, we feel the short length of the campaign and a few mechanical grievances are what keep it from higher praise. It's not a bad game whatsoever, but it's far from being remarkable.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Guns, Gore, and Cannoli is a great, if not short romp. The art style pops and the game play is smooth. Just be aware that it can get frustrating attempting to fly solo. Outside of that I definitely recommend checking it out. It knows what it is from the first level and never tries to be anything else.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“In the end, Guns, Gore & Cannoli is a pretty good side-scrolling shoot-em-up. The action is intense and challenging due to the mob mentality of the enemies and the sheer quantity of foes. The gunplay is solid, so each gun feels useful, and the gameplay flow is just right, whether you're playing solo or with others. If you can live with some projectile and platforming flaws and are a fan of the classic side-scrolling, run-and-gun titles, you'll have some fun with Guns, Gore & Cannoli.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“A fun, quirky art style? Check. Enjoyable mechanics and satisfying animations? Check. Four-player co-op? Check. It's difficult to give the game an especially high score, no matter how much I enjoyed it, but rest assured that if you're looking for a small title to fill some time with friends - or you're a fan of the genre as a whole - then it's well worth a look.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Considering Guns, Gore & Cannoli costs £6.99, it packs quite a punch for the price. There's a lot of fun to be had in the time the game lasts, and it looks great to boot. The exaggerated voice acting fits perfectly with the tone of the title and the story is surprisingly entertaining too. There's never a dull moment in Guns, Gore & Cannoli, and it ends just at the right time too. Vinnie may not be the most likeable protagonist in a game but he knows how to get the job done.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Guns, Gore & Cannoli is a fun way to spend a few hours, especially if you have two or three friends over. It won't set the world on fire and isn't without its faults, but it knows what it is and doesn't try to do too much.”
read full review ↗ - 60
“Guns, Gore and Cannoli is a solid take on the run-and-gun genre. While its unique combination of zombies and gangsters is impressively illustrated through its detailed and eye-catching visuals, sadly the gameplay doesn’t feel as special. It might start out on a strong opening note, but slowly falls prone to repetition and like an infected, shambling zombie, the experience starts to rot a little the longer it’s around.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Guns, Gore & Cannoli is an an amazing game and an easy choice for everyone that loves action, blood and 2D games! Beautiful fantasy graphic, Various weapons and enemies, very fun and addictive gameplay elements and unique atmosphere, make you certainly love Guns, Gore & Cannoli.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Guns, Gore, & Cannoli is a stellar SHUMP that belongs in the same sentence as run-n-guns like Metal Slug and Gunstar Heroes.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“The cartoon-style animation is fresh and pleasant on the eye. There's a great amount of attention to detail and plenty of variation in character models”
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Patch history
- patch 1.2.21Jan 16, 2019
- Hotfix Patch 1.2.20Nov 29, 2018
- Patch 1.2.17Oct 7, 2018
- Patch 1.2.14Aug 13, 2018
- Patch 1.2.13Aug 12, 2018
- Patch 1.2.12May 8, 2017
- Patch 1.2.12May 8, 2017
- Patch 1.2.11Jan 10, 2017
- Patch 1.2.11Jan 10, 2017
- Patch 1.2.10Aug 25, 2016
- Patch 1.2.10Aug 25, 2016
- PatchAug 19, 2016
- PatchAug 19, 2016
- Patch 1.2.8Jul 28, 2016
- Patch 1.2.8Jul 28, 2016
- Patch 1.2.7Jul 27, 2016
- Patch 1.2.7Jul 27, 2016
- Patch 1.2.6Apr 12, 2016
- Patch 1.2.6Apr 12, 2016
- Xbox One controller support addedJan 27, 2016
- Xbox One Controller FIX for Windows 10Oct 28, 2015
- Xbox One Controller FIX for Windows 10Oct 28, 2015
- Update 1.2Oct 19, 2015
- Update 1.2Oct 19, 2015
- Update v1.1.1Aug 17, 2015significant · resets scoring window
- Update v1.1.1Aug 17, 2015significant · resets scoring window
- Upcoming Next Big Update!Jul 13, 2015
- Patch 1.0.2May 20, 2015
- Patch 1.0.2May 20, 2015
- Patch 1.0.1May 8, 2015
- Patch 1.0.1May 8, 2015