Shotgun Cop Man, a fast-paced 2D platformer from DeadToast Entertainment and published by Devolver Digital, is now available for purchase.
‘Shotgun Cop Man’ is out: Here’s what to expect
The game dropped this week and is available on both Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam, priced at $9.99 (around R190 at current exchange rates).
In this game, players control a law enforcer sent on a mission to arrest Satan in the depths of hell. That’s right—the goal is to take down the devil himself. Along the way, you’ll face off against demons, dodge deadly traps, and fly through hell using your shotgun as your main tool not just for attack, but for movement too.
This is not your typical run-and-gun title.
In Shotgun Cop Man, every shot you fire propels you across the map.
Shooting enemies or objects gives you momentum, letting you vault over lava pits or cling to crumbling platforms. The controls reward precision and quick thinking, especially in boss fights or during no-damage runs.
One reviewer described it as “a game where every bullet doubles as a leap of faith.”
The game includes 150 levels in the main campaign, all handcrafted to push your skills to the limit.
You can also explore extra challenges like “Speedrun” mode, where you must finish stages as fast as possible, “Kill All”, which demands elimination of all enemies before exiting, and “No Damage” for those who want to prove mastery.
Beyond the main levels, Shotgun Cop Man has a built-in level editor and full Steam Workshop support.
This means you can create your own levels, share them online, and play maps created by other players around the world, which keeps the content fresh.
How to buy ‘Shotgun Cop Man’ in South Africa
For South African players, the game is available digitally only. Here’s how to get it:
- On PC (Windows): Visit the Steam store online (store.steampowered.com), search for “Shotgun Cop Man”, and purchase it directly. Payment can be made with a debit or credit card, and there’s a free demo available if you want to try it first.
- On Nintendo Switch: Access the Nintendo eShop from your console, and search for “Shotgun Cop Man”. Make sure your account is set to a region that supports the game’s release (like the US or UK) if it’s not yet available on the South African eShop.
The game does not currently offer physical copies, so a steady internet connection is required to download it. It’s also important to check your system storage space before buying, especially on the Nintendo Switch.
With quirky humour, intense platforming action, and a level editor that keeps content flowing, ‘Shotgun Cop Man’ is shaping up to be one of 2025’s standout indie titles.
“We wanted every shot to count, both for combat and for movement. The goal was to build something that felt ridiculous and tactical at the same time,” said a spokesperson from DeadToast Entertainment.
