Huntdown (sometimes stylized as ''HUNTDOWN'') is a 2020 run-and-gun

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developed by Easy Trigger and published by Coffee Stain Publishing. It was released for

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and

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in May 2020. The game was later ported to

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and

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in May 2021.

Gameplay

The player-character is one of three characters, a cyborg, human or robot, who fights criminals. The levels end when the player defeats a

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Reception

''Huntdown'' received "generally favorable" reviews, according to

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. Chris Moyse of ''

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'' remarked, "Easy Trigger has sculptured its love letter to '80s grindhouse to hit players like a sledgehammer, bombarding them with amazing old-school visuals, fantastic sound, great music, and just enough retro-chic to pay homage to its source material". PJ O'Reilly of '' Nintendo Life'' stated, "Huntdown is a delightfully detailed and expertly crafted throwback to old-school run n' gun arcade shooters. The 16-bit graphical style is immaculately recreated whilst adding lots of modern bells and whistles to proceedings, including a fantastic soundtrack and audio design". Stefano Castelli from ''

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Italy'' wrote, "an appreciable and challenging old-fashioned shooter that offers a handful of hours of intense battles, best if played in tandem with a friend." Martin Robinson of ''

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'' said that "Huntdown matches its excess with brilliant detail." and that "it looks frankly spectacular."

Legacy

In a statement regarding the purchase of Easy Trigger by Coffee Stain Studios, it was stated that the two companies would collaborate to "continue working on the Huntdown IP" although no further details have been provided.

References

External links

''Huntdown'' official website
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