Introduction:
Gun Mayhem is a fast-paced, action-packed 2D platform shooter game developed by Kevin Gu, with contributions from Arvin Eksiri and music by Kevin MacLeod. Released in 2011, it’s a fan-favorite for its chaotic, arena-style combat where the goal is to knock opponents off platforms using a variety of weapons.
The game supports up to four players locally and features both single-player and multiplayer modes, with customizable characters, diverse maps, and an arsenal of over 60 firearms. Its simple yet intense gameplay, combined with vibrant cartoonish graphics, makes it addictive and replayable. The series includes Gun Mayhem, Gun Mayhem 2: More Mayhem, Gun Mayhem Redux, and Gun Mayhem 3, each adding new features, maps, and modes.
How to play
Game modes
- Campaign: Face AI-controlled opponents across a series of progressively challenging levels. Complete missions with unique objectives, such as defeating specific enemies or surviving tough environments. Supports co-op play with up to three friends.
- Custom Game : Create your own matches with customizable rules, including:
- Last Man Standing: Be the last player or team standing.
- One Shot One Kill: Eliminate opponents with a single hit.
- Gun Game: Level up your weapon by defeating enemies, aiming to get a kill with every weapon.
- Duck Survival: Survive waves of enemies with random weapons.
Controls (Default for Player 1; editable in options):
- Arrow Keys: Move (left/right), jump (up), crouch (down).
- Left Square Bracket ([): Shoot.
- Right Square Bracket (]): Throw bomb.
- For additional players (2–4), controls vary (e.g., Player 2 uses WASD, T, Y). Check the “Options” menu for key bindings
Gameplay
- Objective: Knock opponents off the arena by shooting or bombing them. Falling off costs a life; the last player/team standing wins.
- Weapons: Choose from over 60 firearms, including pistols, shotguns, assault rifles, and special weapons like the “Dematerializer.” Collect crates during matches for weapon upgrades or power-ups (e.g., extra ammo, speed boosts).
- Power-Ups and Bombs: Grab support boxes for advantages but avoid bombs, which can knock you off if you’re too close.
- Movement: Jump frequently and use the terrain to dodge attacks. Stay on higher platforms for a strategic edge
