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Ace Horizon Studios · Published by indie.io · Official site ↗
Positive — 81% positive (21 reviews) · 70 achievements
Last updated 29 Sept 2026
A roguelike bullet-hell with an immersive story, where a gunslinger faces hordes of zombies created by a vampire in a dark Wild West. Explore procedurally generated maps, hunt wanted criminals, build strategic playstyles with the skill card system, & take on challenging bosses in intense shootouts.
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Action, Adventure, Indie, Casual · 2025 · More under £5 games
Embark on a dark Wild West adventure as a gunslinger battling hordes of vampire zombies. Explore procedurally generated maps, hunt criminals, and take on challenging bosses with the skill card system.
About this game
Red Pistol is a roguelike bullet-hell set in a dark and twisted Wild West, where survival demands precision, strategy, and skill. As bounty hunter Reed Ransom, you must battle relentless hordes of undead, hunt notorious outlaws, and confront the vampire Varius Valentine—the mastermind behind the undead plague consuming the frontier.
With procedurally generated maps, evolving combat strategies, and an ever-growing bounty on your head, no two runs are the same. Unlock powerful upgrades, experiment with unique builds through the skill card system, and engage in fast-paced shootouts where every shot matters.
The wanted system increases the challenge dynamically—raising your notoriety means stronger enemies will come for you. Meanwhile, the camp evolves as you progress, reflecting your journey and offering new upgrades to push deeper into the nightmare.
Beyond the chaos of battle, Red Pistol delivers a rich narrative rarely seen in the genre. Meet intriguing characters, uncover secrets of the Dark West, and make crucial choices that shape Reed’s fate. Will his newfound power be his salvation… or his downfall?
Features:
Fast-Paced Bullet-Hell Combat – Dodge, shoot, and adapt in intense, skill-based battles against relentless foes.
Roguelike Progression – Experiment with different builds using the skill card system, evolving weapons, and permanent upgrades.
Wanted Poster System – The higher your bounty, the more dangerous the enemies that come after you.
Four Treacherous Worlds – Explore RedWood, Desolation Sands, Whispering Pines, and Crimson Mansion—each with distinct enemies and challenges.
Challenging Boss Battles – Face deadly foes like Iron Heart, Soul King, and Blazing Crown, each with their own unique attack patterns.
An Evolving Camp – Upgrade your base of operations with new tools, skills, and weapons as you progress.
Immersive Storytelling – Experience a rich, atmospheric narrative that unfolds with every run.
Take up your pistols, embrace the chaos, and survive the Dark West. The hunt begins soon.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 or later
- Processor: Intel Core i3-2100 or AMD equivalent
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000 or equivalent
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 500 MB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-650 or AMD FX-8350
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 or AMD Radeon HD 7870
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 500 MB available space
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Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Red Pistol: 40% Off in the Steam Summer Sale!
Red Pistol is 40% off in the Steam Summer Sale, June 25 to July 9. Grab your copy and check out other great indie games on sale during the Summer Sale to add to your collection. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3213790/Read full article on Community Announcements (alyssa.dicaterino)Community & EventsOfficial
Red Pistol joins the Bullet Heaven Festival 3.0!
We are thrilled to announce that Red Pistol is part of Bullet Heaven Festival 3.0!Hello everyone, Starting today, Steam is celebrating the best in reverse bullet hells and survival roguelites, and we are proud to be featured in the lineup!During the event, you can discover amazing titles that share the same DNA as Red Pistol: hordes of enemies, strategic builds, and non-stop action.If you haven't picked up Red Pistol yet, now is the perfect time to jump into the Wild West and face the undead plague. And if you are already playing, thank you for your support!Check out the official event page here:Enjoy the festival!- Ace Horizon StudiosRead full article on Community Announcements (acegamestudios)Community & EventsOfficial
Red Pistol joins the Bullet Heaven Festival 3.0!
We are thrilled to announce that Red Pistol is part of Bullet Heaven Festival 3.0!Hello everyone, Starting today, Steam is celebrating the best in reverse bullet hells and survival roguelites, and we are proud to be featured in the lineup!During the event, you can discover amazing titles that share the same DNA as Red Pistol: hordes of enemies, strategic builds, and non-stop action.If you haven't picked up Red Pistol yet, now is the perfect time to jump into the Wild West and face the undead plague. And if you are already playing, thank you for your support!Check out the official event page here:Enjoy the festival!- Ace Horizon StudiosRead full article on Community Announcements (acegamestudios)AnnouncementsOfficial
Campfire Tales: A Word from the Developers - End of 2025
Campfire Tales: A Word from the Developers - End of 2025Howdy, gunslingers!Pull up a chair and gather ‘round the fire. The year is coming to a close, and after a few months of silent, intense work, we want to share with you exactly what’s been happening behind the scenes at Ace Horizon Studios.🏆 An Incredible Year Thanks to YouFirst, we need to say thank you. Seeing so many people buying, playing, and reviewing Red Pistol has been a life-changing experience for our small team. Knowing that there are people playing our game in different corners of the world is surreal and deeply moving for us.And wow... you guys are good! We are blown away by the skill level of this community. We’ve seen players reaching Bounties of over 1 Million! That goes far beyond what we thought was possible, and it fills us with pride.🔧 Where Have We Been? The Great RestructuringWe know the last update was 4 months ago, and we want to be fully transparent about why. To take Red Pistol to its maximum potential, we had to make a tough but necessary decision: slow down to speed up.Basically, we had to rewrite most of the game's code. This took much longer than planned, but it was essential. To ensure future content has the quality you deserve—and to make sure the game runs smoothly—we needed a rock-solid foundation.This deep work allowed us to:Enable Quality Content: We can now create more complex weapons and mechanics without breaking the game.Pave the Way for Consoles: This restructuring was the key step for our future release on other platforms (like the Switch!).More "Juice" and Polish: We took the opportunity to improve visual effects, add more impact ("game juice"), and restructure several interfaces to be cleaner and more functional. Take a look at how fluid things are looking:🚀 What’s Next?We are still extremely excited about this project. This pause in public updates was to ensure Red Pistol's future is bright. New content is coming very soon, and we can't wait for you to get your hands ...Read full article on Community Announcements (acegamestudios)Patch NotesOfficial
Update 1.0.5 - Auto-Aim, New Difficulty System & More!
Update 1.0.5 - Auto-Aim, New Difficulty System & More!Howdy, gunslingers!This is one of the most important updates we've ever released, and it exists for one reason: you. We want to start with a sincere thank you to the entire community for the valuable feedback, the detailed reviews, and all the support since launch. Every conversation helps us forge the best game possible.Let's get straight to what's new on the frontier:✨ Accessibility First: New Auto-Aim & Auto-Fire System! ✨We listened intently, especially to the reports from players like Issie721, about the need for a true auto-aim option. We've worked hard on this over the last few days to deliver a robust and functional system:Integrated Auto-Aim: When activating auto-fire (C key or Y/Triangle button), a new smart auto-aim will now engage. It will target the nearest enemy, allowing you to focus 100% on movement and strategy.Fully Viable: This system was designed and tested to be fully functional, making it entirely possible to beat the game from start to finish using only auto-aim. Accessibility isn't an add-on; it's a way to play.⚖️ A Refined Challenge & General Improvements ⚖️More Agile Weapons: To increase the pace of combat, ALL weapons have received a 50% reduction in their reload cooldown.Enhanced Difficulty System: The difficulty now scales more dynamically. After 7 minutes in a run, the number of enemies increases by 10% and they gain a 15% stat boost. This increase occurs again every 5 minutes thereafter.More Threatening Final Boss: Varius Valentine is now an even greater challenge. His projectiles are 50% faster (from +20% and +30% sources combined) and his attack cooldown has been reduced by 20%.Achievement Fix: The Steam achievement integration has been improved. Achievements that were previously not unlocked despite meeting the requirements will now be correctly granted upon entering the camp.🔮 The Future of the Frontier: A Major Update is Coming! 🔮Steam Deck support remains a top priority. We ar...Read full article on Community Announcements (acegamestudios)
