The Gunk
Image & Form Games · Thunderful Publishing · Released 2021-12-16
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Image & Form Games · Thunderful Publishing · Released 2021-12-16
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STEAMWORLD HEIST II IS OUT, PLAY NOW! About the Game 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. • 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!
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 version 18362.0 or higher | Windows 10 version 18362.0 or higher |
| Processor | AMD FX-6100/Intel i3-3220 or equivalent | AMD Ryzen 7 1700/Intel i7-6700K or equivalent |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon RX 580/NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 | AMD Radeon RX Vega 56/NVIDIA Geforce GTX 970 |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 11 GB available space | 11 GB available space |
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The Gunk is available on PC and Xbox.
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The Gunk was developed by Image & Form Games and published by Thunderful Publishing.
The Gunk was released on 2021-12-16.
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The Gunk takes approximately 2 hours to complete the main story.
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