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Review: Gunman Clive (3DS eShop) - Page 2 GClogocopy_zps6f1fd8aa

Gunman Clive

Developer: Bertil Hörberg
Publisher: Bertil Hörberg
Price: $1.99 USD/£1.79  
Release Dates: Jan. 3rd, 2013 (USA)
Dec. 20th, 2012 (UK/EU)



Bertil Hörberg has been a dedicated indie developer since mid 2011, and previously developed a game titled "Helium Boy" for iOS & Android platforms. Prior to that, Bertil worked as a gameplay programmer on various games, including the 2009 hit title "Bionic Commando". Bertil Hörberg's most recent shining achievement is "Gunman Clive," a run & gun platformer with a unique western style. Which has already seen substantial success on PC, iOS and Android platforms. Although, the jump over to the 3DS eShop may just be "Gunman Clive's" most successful move yet. The addition of stereoscopic 3D effects, circle pad and button controls definitely make this the definitive version to own, in my opinion.

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"Gunman Clive" is a simple and very enjoyable run & gun platforming affair containing all of the usual bells and whistles. The storyline is as is for most platformers, very bare bones. The plot behind this story being your typical damsel in distress. From the beginning of the game, you'll have access to play as either Clive or Ms. Johnson. With a third unlockable character becoming available after your first completion of the game. Both Clive & Ms. Johnson possess their own different advantage's and disadvantage's to certain aspects of gameplay. Clive can move considerably quicker, while Ms. Johnson can float across screen something like Princess Peach in "Super Mario Bros. 2" (USA). It's easy to notice just how many gameplay mechanics "Gunman Clive" has borrowed from late & great platformers of the past. During your mission to save Ms. Johnson/Clive, you'll encounter disappearing & reappearing platforms, bad guys w/guns, wolfs, rabbits and even pelicans that'll try to set Clive off his course. Not to mention the many other obstacles you'll be facing off against. The most treacherous of which is the boss battles.

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The bosses are all pretty generic in form but still supply enough challenge and enjoyment to justify their existence in the game. Twenty short but very sweet stages are all that stands between you and certain victory. Even though "Gunman Clive" is over quicker than the fast-draw of a gun, there are three levels of difficulty on offer here and an unlockable "Duck Mode" as well. Any of which may require anywhere between 30 mins. and an hour or slightly more of your time. It may have little to no color, but "Gunman Clive's" unique flip-book animation visual style is what really sets it apart from other platformers currently available on the 3DS eShop, and it's extremely charming in a very simplistic manner. The stereoscopic 3D effects are surprisingly crisp & clear, rivaling those displayed in "Mutant Mudds".

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The music in "Gunman Clive" is very upbeat and atmospheric. It's also very appropiate for the old-western setting. The music and sound effects would've probably been "Gunman Clive's" very best asset, if the game didn't already have so much else going for it. Nonetheless, I found the music was very catchy, and I caught myself multiple times humming along to the beat.

The 20 available stages on hand may be slightly on the shorter side, but that doesn't make your time spent with this little gem of a game any less enjoyable. As a budget priced platformer with plenty of high quality production values, you really can't complain about too much here. So if your a fan of short but sweet platformers, pick up your 3DS and don't hesitate to pledge your contribution of a $1.99. As for myself, I award "Gunman Clive" a very deserving...

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8.5 out of 10 ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

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As is always, you're more than welcome to post your opinion's in the comment section below.


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KingreX32
February 18th 2013, 12:57 pmKingreX32
I see what you did there
NINTENBRO
February 18th 2013, 9:17 pmNINTENBRO
KingreX32 wrote:I see what you did there

Lol! Very Happy
Megatron2000
February 18th 2013, 11:18 pmMegatron2000
You have done a wonderful job on this review Nintenbro you should be proud of this accomplishment. |D
NINTENBRO
February 19th 2013, 12:18 pmNINTENBRO
Thank you, Megatron2000! I really wasn't expecting to receive such nice compliments for my very first gaming review. Hopefully, I'll produce another one soon. The only thing is I'm working now, so I don't have nearly as much freetime anymore.
KingreX32
February 19th 2013, 1:45 pmKingreX32
this was an awesome review.
NINTENBRO
February 23rd 2013, 2:18 pmNINTENBRO
Well guys, a Gunman Clive review just moseyed into town at IGN. I read through it, and well, see if you don't notice any similarities to my review.

Gunman Clive IGN Review
NINTENBRO
November 3rd 2013, 2:48 amNINTENBRO
Just made a very small change to my review. I also just noticed how you added a link to the official website, and a gameplay trailer KingreX32. Thanks! Very Happy
Clαππαd
November 3rd 2013, 1:27 pmClαππαd
Very nice, your review is so professional! Smile
NINTENBRO
November 7th 2013, 1:44 pmNINTENBRO
^ Thank you very much! I'm glad you think so. Very Happy
DigiDestined
November 7th 2013, 1:48 pmDigiDestined
What will you review next?
LordHoppingRage
November 27th 2013, 12:38 pmLordHoppingRage
You should write more reviews and be revered as the fine champion of the community you are!
WilliamFrankLepleyIII
March 29th 2016, 6:30 amWilliamFrankLepleyIII
LordHoppingRage wrote:You should write more reviews and be revered as the fine champion of the community you are!

I really wish I could one day return to writing gaming reviews for WiiWareWave, @LordHoppingRage.
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