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The Gunk

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4.2/5

( 358 Reviews )

4.2

358 Reviews

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The Gunk
Description
The Gunk stars Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers, struggling to make a buck as they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot… As they uncover the dormant secrets of a shattered civilizati...
Genre:
Action - Adventure - Exploration
Tags:
Adventure, Action, Story Rich, Atmospheric, Sci-fi, show 8 more... Exploration, Female Protagonist, Third Person, Family Friendly, Relaxing, LGBTQ+, Metroidvania, Nature
Critics reviews
33 %
Recommend
Eurogamer
Recommended
Game Informer
7/10
IGN
7/10
User reviews

4.2/5

( 358 Reviews )

4.2

358 Reviews

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Product details
2022, Image and Form, ...
System requirements
Windows 10 version 18362.0 or higher, AMD FX-6100/Intel i3-3220 or equivalent, 4 GB RAM, AMD Radeon...
Time to beat
4.5 hMain
5.5 h Main + Sides
6.5 h Completionist
5.5 h All Styles

Game length provided by HowLongToBeat

Description

The Gunk stars Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers, struggling to make a buck as they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot…

As they uncover the dormant secrets of a shattered civilization, they must battle the curse of a toxic gunk parasite, all while getting caught in a spiral of festering mistrust.

Use your trusty Power Glove to reverse the corruption, uncover secrets of old and heal the planet! Experience the evolving relationship of the crew, as you explore this unique planet.



Use your ingenuity as well as your quick reactions to overcome the challenges that await. What stories lay hidden in this mysterious abandoned world?

What does it all mean? What role can Rani play in the fate of this evocative, moody planet? Sometimes you just have to take a leap of faith.

Uncover the mystery. Cleanse the Gunk. Save the planet.

Features:

  • Engaging Exploration: Discover a lush jungle planet with damp caves, venture into the unknown and explore a bygone society.
  • Corruption & Regrowth: Eradicate the gunk, restore nature, and transform the world around you. Employ the revived plant life to delve deeper into this strange and wondrous ecosystem.
  • Intimate Narrative: The narrative is intrinsically linked with the exploration, where our two main characters keep in tight radio contact throughout the game. Fiona Nova lends her voice in a stellar performance as main character Rani.
  • Music & Atmosphere: The Gunk invites you to take the time and listen to its soothing tunes. An explorative atmosphere conveyed through an evocative art style. Kick your feet back and enjoy an adventure like no other!

© 2022 - Thunderful Publishing AB

Popular achievements
Charge Off
Make one charge off a cliff
common  ·  31.96%
Give me Five
Installed five upgrades
common  ·  45.29%
Learning on the Go
Scanned fifteen objects
common  ·  62.41%
Two Birds With One
Threw one on another
common  ·  60.72%
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Why buy on GOG.COM?
DRM FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.
Safety and satisfaction. Stellar support 24/7 and full refunds up to 30 days.
Time to beat
4.5 hMain
5.5 h Main + Sides
6.5 h Completionist
5.5 h All Styles

Game length provided by HowLongToBeat

Game details
Genre:
Action - Adventure - Exploration
Tags:
Adventure, Action, Story Rich, Atmospheric, Sci-fi, show 8 more... Exploration, Female Protagonist, Third Person, Family Friendly, Relaxing, LGBTQ+, Metroidvania, Nature
Works on:
Windows (10, 11)
Release date:
{{'2022-04-29T00:00:00+03:00' | date: 'longDate' : ' +0300 ' }}
Company:
Image and Form / Thunderful Publishing
Size:
6.2 GB
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Single-player
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日本語
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Critics reviews
71
Top Critic Average
33 %
Critics Recommend
OpenCritic Rating
Eurogamerby Christian Donlan
Recommended
Rewild an alien world in this elegant and thoughtful game.
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Game Informerby Jill Grodt
7/10
Nothing here will surprise seasoned gamers but The Gunk has enough diverting action and puzzle-solving in its brief runtime to keep players' attention
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IGNby Tom Marks
7/10
The Gunk is a simple little platforming adventure full of malicious messes that are plenty fun to clean up.
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User reviews

Posted on: April 27, 2025

gary.jeffers_2639

Verified owner

Games: 52 Reviews: 5

More Fun Than Expected

I was looking for something to get me through to my next great game, and this one turned out to be pretty great itself. It's not especially challenging, but there is some challenge, or deep like some of the legendary games out there, but it is fun to play with lush scenery once you get rid of The Gunk. Most of the puzzles are fairly simple to solve, but there are a couple that make you think. You often have to go right to go left and down to go up, which is just part of the exploratory nature of the game. Combat is not difficult, but still, a fight or two will require some strategy. All in all, I liked it and would recommend it to others looking for something to hold them over til the next big thing.

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Posted on: June 1, 2025

BAAO_999

Verified owner

Games: 125 Reviews: 1

A great, relaxing platform puzzle game

I quite enjoyed it; it has a beautiful soundtrack, and a simple and engaging narrative for children. If you want a relaxing, slow-paced game, taking your time to discover a new world, I think it's a great option. I don't recommend it for fans of shooters, hack-and-slash, or fast-paced thrills, as it will likely bore you.

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Posted on: June 10, 2025

Zetchzie

Games: 392 Reviews: 5

The Gunk? More like the Junk.

I could swear SBI had involvment in this. The dialog is godawful and the story is hardly there. Only thing Good is the simple gameplay. The game is buggy and character designs are really meh.

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Posted on: October 29, 2024

Mortonthebrave

Verified owner

Games: 147 Reviews: 3

Epstein didn't kill himself

Great enviornment design, acting and music. Unfortunately the protagonist was designed by a team of scientists, algorithms and formulas in an effort to create the most ugly character concievable to the naked eye.

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Posted on: November 16, 2024

Tattedspider777

Verified owner

Games: 180 Reviews: 1

very fun and addictive

Its not your regular shooter so you have to get past that part, But it will keep you entertained for hrs.

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