Run and gun shooters deliver 2D side scrolling action in which you move along, and try to take out enemies as you go. These games emphasize fast paced action with a flurry of enemies, movement, and bullets. Metal Slug is a classic of the genre, and there are a lot of new age takes on the style.
Highest scored apps in the category
Master the Bow and Arrow in Vikings: an Archer’s Journey
Vikings: an Archer's Journey is a challenging endless runner that combines precise shooting mechanics to test your archery-in-motion skills.
Joan Mad Run is a gory endless run’n’gun, that takes your enemies straight into the underworld
Joan Mad Run is a gory endless run’n’gun, that takes your enemies straight into the underworld. Run through the infinite chords of well-armed guards and eerie bosses. Train your dexterity to avoid dangerous traps and deadly shots. Unlock unique weapons and cut, explode, burn, freeze, melt, incinerate, squeeze and send your enemies' souls right into the blazing inferno. Collect lives...
Apps with average score
AGENT ALIENS!!!
Jump and shoot your way to freedom as you search for your fellow Aliens and break free from captivity.
It will take teamwork and dexterous fingers to survive this close encounter with humankind.
Slice and dice through your enemies with our brand new alien, the unstoppable Raz! He's fully...
An endless distance game that has you running through environments and blasting monsters as Barry Steakfries.
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...
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Gunslugs is the most chaotic, fun, arcade action game you'll find on any platform! Non-stop action from the guys behind Meganoid, Meganoid 2 and Stardash !
“There’s so much praise I want to ramble on about, but I’ll leave it at this: Gunslugs is a game you...
Best of March 2015, iTunes International Editor's Choice
- Apple
"One of the 5 best iPhone games in March 2015"
- TIME
"Lastronaut is a totally free, totally addictive endless running game for iPhone. Lastronaut may be the best currently available endless runner for those looking for value."
- TechCrunch
"The graphics in...
Welcome to the new evolution of DeadPool, part of the legendary Shadow Ninja.
Run like the wind, jump like a gazelle and shoot like mad! This is lightning-fast action you won’t soon forget as our hero chases down the gangsters across 5 incredible city, portal-hopping and guns blazing!
Weapons like Big Gun,...
Its time for the epic conclusion to Cally's battle with the Nefarious Herbert! Cally's parents have been kidnapped again, as Herbert tries to take control of the Caves to perform his evil experiments. Join Cally in this action-packed run and gun platformer, conquering insane bosses, exploring to find secrets, and...
The second chapter of the acclaimed run-and-gun action shooting series, "METAL SLUG 2" launches on iPhone / iPod Touch!
Thwart General Morden's evil ambition, and uncover the secret of his new coup!!
Features
■Not only a perfect port of the original NEOGEO game!
In addition to its classic “ARCADE MODE”, this perfect conversion...
*** Compatible with iOS8 and iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus! ***
Join the Strike Gears in their epic battle against the evil Hoardon invaders in this all new 2D endless run and gun action game! Run, jump, fight and smash your way through hordes of alien robotic armies in this...
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If you like over the top action, chaos, explosions, weirdness and don’t take it all too serious, then you know exactly what Gunslugs is all about.
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TouchArcade - “If shooting enemies by the hundreds sounds like a rollicking good time, then check this out”
AppSpy - “The...
The masterpiece of 2D action-shooting, "METAL SLUG X", lands on iPhone/iPod touch! Foil General Morden's new coup attempt!!
Features list:
■A remake of "METAL SLUG 2"!
"METAL SLUG X" is an updated version of "METAL SLUG 2" with a lot of new elements for even more fun and excitement!
Bosses and other enemy characters...
Make your way through multiple battelfields and put an end to the
Rebel Army Leader General Morden's evil plans!!
Features list:
■Not only a perfect port of the original NEOGEO game!
In addition to its classic “ARCADE MODE”, this perfect conversion of “METAL SLUG” includes a “MISSION MODE”, allowing you to select...
Trigger Fist -- a new fully 3D shooter.
Check it out now! http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/trigger-fist/id531184261?ls=1&mt=8
StickBo is the premiere side scrolling 3rd person shooter. Blast your way through unlimited waves across destructible environments including the jungles of Vietnam and the sand dunes of Afghanistan. Use the in app music player to listen to your...
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they’ve GOT YOU surrounded! grab your GUN and RUN the GAUNTLET!
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It was supposed to be a simple recon job. In and out. But sometimes even the best scouts get in too deep! Now you’ve got no choice but to run...
Experience a new journey with our hero emo and his friends to escape from number of enemies, jumping and dodging as fast as possible with immensely powerful weapons.
Do you want to practice running with some action ? Then play emos adventure.
Endless adventure pack with shoot , dash ,escape its a...
Prison Run and Gun is a retro puzzle platformer with modern gameplay and mechanics.
The recent events in a state prison, involving Jake from Hot Guns Team was a perfect moment for some prisoners to escape - you are one of them.
Use your skills and the guns to break through 30...
