# Metal Shooter: Run and Gun

> Classic 2D run and gun action shooter game with robot enemies. (iPhone/iPad app by CTC Technology Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-shooter-run-and-gun/id1207212226 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CTC Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1786328123)
- Category: Games, Action, Adventure
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 167 App Store ratings · 98 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.1 · 443 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-03-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-shooter-run-and-gun/id1207212226/reviews.md

## What is Metal Shooter?

The legendary 2D action - shooting masterpiece “Metal Shooter” heads out to IOS devices! Use various weapons and Slugs to fight your way through and survive on the battlefield!!Do you like running and killing? Are you addicted to jump and shoot? Then you’ll LOVE Metal Shooter!
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In 2200s, the Earth Protection Force detects unusual signs at once island then they send one team to the place for investigation. It is found out that the whole island has been occupied by a Robot team. Immediately one squad of elite warriors armed with the most modern equipment is sent to the island with the mission of destroying the Robot’s base. Your mission in this game is to play the role of the warrior to penetrate into enemy’s place and destroy them.
Download Metal Shooter: Shoot and RUN now on mobile or tablet completely FREE!
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Metal Shooter: Run and Gun is a game about run and gun 2D shooteraction game originally. During side view stages, player can shoot leftward or rightward while standing, as well as horizontally while walking. Auto-Shoot function is recommend.
You will deal with touched enemies, shoot them down before they come closely. Jump in to battles to conquer these epic bosses that make scenes. 
You lose a life if you gets touched by enemy or an enemy bullet or falls into the bottom of the screen when there's no visible platform. 
When that happens, you will revert to his default weapon on his next life. When you kill an enemy, you will get some coins so after losing all lives, the player can continue by inserting more coins or watch videos.
There are many useful item in battle that help you got coin, bullet even life.
*How to play
- Jump and Run - shoot weapons.
- Keep do not die to end of mission.

*Features
- Amazing colorful graphics HD. 
- Relax exciting map.
- Classic arcade-style.

Download Metal Shooter now and let the shooting begin!

## Key features

- 2D side-scrolling shooter
- Variety of weapons and slugs
- Jump and shoot mechanics
- Classic arcade-style gameplay
- HD colorful graphics
- Boss battles

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Epic Cubes | $4.99 | one-time |
| Power Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Revive | $1.99 | one-time |
| Super Revive | $5.99 | one-time |
| Combo Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Super Combo Pack | $8.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Metal Shooter?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Visually nice graphics
- 👍 Entertaining gameplay
- 👍 Good game mechanics
- 👍 Accessible upgrades
- 👍 Not pay to win
- 👍 Fun for a while
- 👍 Cool game
- 👍 Great game
- 👍 Awesome game
- 👍 Very fun
- 👍 Good game
- 👍 Sweet game
- 👍 Very nb
- 👍 Hours of fun
- 👍 Really cool game
- 👍 Loved this game
- 👍 Good Game
- 👍 Great platform shooter
- 👍 Great game
- 👍 Good game
- 👍 Nice game

**Cons**

- 🐛 Game doesn't start
- 🐛 Game freezes
- 🐛 Bad controls
- 🐛 Bad graphics
- 🐛 Too many ads
- 🐛 Unwanted rapid fire
- 🐛 Game is a piece of junk
- 🐛 Glitch in level 3-2
- 🐛 No iPhone X support
- 🐛 Lost money on IAP
- 🐛 Boss disappears into wall
- 🐛 Randomly end up in floor
- 🐛 Can't start mission
- 🐛 Lagging controls
- 🐛 Ads still present after purchase
- 🐛 Reward system for boxes is horrible
- 🐛 Mechanics work against you
- 🐛 Copied Cuphead
- 🐛 Put back to start on last level
- 🐛 Character issue (racial slur)
- 🐛 Mission counter stays at zero
- 🐛 Collecting cards for characters
- 🐛 Bug in stage 1-3
- 🐛 New zone not loading
- 🐛 Loot box system for characters
- 🐛 Battery drains quickly
- 🐛 Won't complete download
- 🐛 Update causes loading issues
- 🐛 Bullets hit the ground
- 🐛 Can't load level 2-3
- 🐛 New update prevents playing next stage
- 🐛 IAP not fixed after multiple updates
- 🐛 Bad game collision

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game doesn't start
- Game freezes
- Unwanted rapid fire shooting
- Boss in 3-2 flies into walls
- iPhone X support issues
- Lost in-app purchases
- Snowflakes overlaying screen
- Boss disappears into ceiling
- Randomly end up in floor
- Mission list counter stays at zero
- Bug in stage 1-3
- New zone not loading
- Update causes loading issues
- New update prevents playing next stage
- F bullets can't shoot left
- Can't load level 2-3
- IAP not fixed after multiple updates
- Bad game collision

**Most requested features**

- Way to get it to work with Backbone controller
- Enemies must drop guns and stuff
- Make it more realistic
- Add punching mechanic
- More guns and upgrades
- MFI controller support
- More chances to gain extra lives

## Recent user reviews (10 of 98)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-shooter-run-and-gun/id1207212226/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Terreble

*2025-09-26*

Select story mode and stuck. Terrible ux ui

### 5/5 — Love the game

*2025-08-03*

Love the game but is there a way to get it to work with the backbone controller?

### 1/5 — Renee

*2023-05-02*

This game doesn’t work at all how can y’all get a 5 star rating please fix if I’m going to rate it 5 stars

### 1/5 — Looks nice, but can’t start game

*2021-12-27, version 1.16*

The visuals look really nice, but the game never seems to start in any of the modes (story, quick, etc) 🤷🏻‍♂️

### 2/5 — Zu schwer

*2021-05-06*

Ich spiele seit gut 3 Jahren und habe das erste Level noch nicht geschafft und wenn man auf dem iPhone ein Level auswählt bzw. drauf klickt passiert nichts

### 1/5 — Sherree Thompson

*2021-04-07, version 1.16*

Please fix do not work I tried to play the game and it is froze

### 5/5 — Metal shooter is fun

*2020-08-15*

Ignore the haters

### 3/5 — Enemies must drop guns and stuff

*2020-04-21, version 1.16*

Make it more realistic

### 5/5 — It doesn’t let me to get a new character

*2020-01-07, version 1.16*

Don’t let me to get a new character when I want to buy it i’ve got a lot of money but doesn’t let me

### 4/5 — Metal Shooter.

*2019-11-04*

Мне то тоже нравится эта игра,но дело не об игре а об том что 1 часть очень сложный .

## Frequently asked questions about Metal Shooter

### What kind of game is Metal Shooter: Run and Gun?

Metal Shooter: Run and Gun is a classic 2D action-shooting game. Players take on the role of a warrior fighting against a robot army across various side-scrolling stages. It features running, jumping, and shooting mechanics, reminiscent of classic arcade experiences.

### How do I play Metal Shooter: Run and Gun?

Gameplay involves running and jumping through levels while shooting enemies. You can shoot left or right, and the game recommends using the auto-shoot function. The objective is to survive until the end of each mission by avoiding enemy attacks and falling off platforms.

### Is Metal Shooter: Run and Gun free to play?

Yes, the game is completely free to download and play on mobile or tablet. While the core game is free, it does offer in-app purchases, such as coins, which can be used to continue after losing all lives.

### What happens if I lose a life in the game?

If you get touched by an enemy or their bullet, or fall off the screen, you lose a life and revert to your default weapon. After losing all lives, you have the option to continue by inserting more coins or by watching videos.

### What platforms is Metal Shooter: Run and Gun available on?

The game is available on iOS devices, including mobile phones and tablets. It is designed to offer a classic arcade-style experience on these platforms.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.16 — 2017-12-22

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

* New Character Santa Claus
* New Graphics for Christmas 
* Fix some minor bugs

### 1.15 — 2017-11-03

* Update Halloween Event: New Hero, new Backgrounds, new Decorates,...
* New Multiplayer modes:
- COOP mode: Cooperate with others player to fight with powerful bosses in epic battles and receive huge rewards.
- PVP mode: Face off another players and defeat them in the battles.
* First charge: Bonus for first inapp purchase.
* Facebook Rewards: Connect Facebook and receive surprising rewards.

### 1.14 — 2017-07-22

- New Hero: COOPROBO 
- Special Offers
- Fix some minor bugs

### 1.13 — 2017-07-11

- New Hero: Lamborobo
- Special Offers
- Fix some minor bugs

### 1.12 — 2017-07-03

- New Hero: Lamborobo
- Special Offers
- Fix some minor bugs

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