Gunrox Editor's Review

Fast-Paced Strategy That's Easy and Fun

If you're looking for a fun timewaster but can't be bothered with lengthy downloads and installation, then Gunrox could be exactly what you need.

Randomly generated maps make for a good degree of replayability, as do the opportunities to gain experience points and level up your characters. You can also customise your characters to your own tastes, with three characters in your squad to play around with.

As a turn-based game with a hidden map at the start, strategy is vital. Some players might find the calculations of actions and movements that are required to do well somewhat frustrating, but if you enjoy thinking ahead and planning for various eventualities you'll enjoy the game. In fact, it's probably one of the best online games for chess enthusiasts!

The graphics, while not on the advanced level of some games are quite charming. Some people might find them juvenile, but that's purely a matter of taste.

It's very easy to get started with the game itself, although the community can be a bit standoffish when you try to join existing games. As it is a multiplayer only game, you do need others to play with. Happily, you can create games of your own and invite friends to play if you find that you are not welcomed by other players.

Pro's: Easy to get started, random maps make for good replayability, quite fun!

Con's: Not the most welcoming community, graphics may not be to your taste, no single player mode.

Conclusion: Well worth a play if you can find a game to join or get your friends to sign up as well for your own game.