The Gunk
2021 · Image & Form
Has it aged?Why ↓
The Gunk is an action-adventure game in which you play as Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers. As they’re struggling to bring in funds, 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…
The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.
What it looks like
the trailer, then the store's own shots
Common questions
What everyone else said
we link, we don't reprintHas it aged?
How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.
4 / 5
Recent reviews
86%positive (87% all-time)
564reviews in the last 6 months
% positive each month, last 4 years.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
33playing at once, on average
+23%more than a year ago
Peak: 112 in Jul 2025.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
85%positive in its first year
86%positive in the last 6 months
As well liked as at launch.
Last updated
May 2022 last update from the developer
No update in the last year.