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Call of Juarez: Gunslinger

Call of Juarez: Gunslinger

From the dust of a gold mine to the dirt of a saloon, Call of Juarez® Gunslinger is a real homage to the Wild West tales. Live the epic and violent journey of a ruthless bounty hunter on the trail of the West’s most notorious outlaws.

95%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperTechland
PublisherTechland Publishing
Release DateMay 22, 2013
$14.99
Peak Players11.7K
Metacritic79
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
AI Review Summary

Call of Juarez: Gunslinger is a highly-polished arcade Western FPS celebrated for its creative use of an unreliable narrator to drive the story. While the campaign is relatively short, it offers a fast-paced, stylish adrenaline rush that balances humor with satisfying gunplay.

Pros

  • Innovative narrative style featuring an unreliable narrator who dynamically changes the level as he tells his story.95%
  • Fast-paced and rewarding arcade-style gunplay that emphasizes speed and accuracy.90%
  • Excellent voice acting and a great sense of humor that captures a unique Western tone.85%
  • Strong visual presentation with a distinctive art style that holds up well.80%
  • High replayability through arcade modes and score-chasing mechanics.70%

Cons

  • The main campaign is quite short, typically lasting between 3 to 8 hours.90%
  • Gameplay can feel repetitive, often described as a 'whack-a-mole' shooting gallery with limited enemy variety.85%
  • The duel mechanic is frequently criticized as frustrating or poorly designed.80%
  • Excessive use of Quick Time Events (QTEs) can interrupt the flow of combat.75%
  • Linear level design offers very little reason for exploration outside of the main path.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers noted the game's resurgence after Techland regained the publishing rights from Ubisoft.
  • The game is frequently compared to the classic Western shooter Outlaws.
  • The voice acting is often compared to the quality and style found in The Venture Bros.
Confidence: 52%
Based on the 200 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 13, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
121
Peak · last 90 days
202
All-time peak
11.7K

Price

Current price
$14.99
Lowest tracked
$1.49since May 21, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
100%
Last 30 days
91%
All-time positive
95%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews44.2K
Positive: 42.0K (95%)Negative: 2.2K (5%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

17h

Avg Playtime at Review

86%

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