Stylish 2D shooter gets the handheld treatment in time for the holidays
LONDON, UK – November, 4 2026 – Shoot first, ask questions later as 2D side-scrolling action collides with shoot ‘em up gameplay and a gorgeous visual style in Gunboat God, launching onto Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android on November 17th.
Jump into 2D side-scrolling mayhem as you fight to get back to the Citadel in the sky. Shoot, dodge, and take on boatloads of enemies, deploying all of the Gunboat’s tricks to truly become the Gunboat God. With over 200 levels of rootin’, tootin’ fast and fluid shooting, 20+ mission types to tackle, a crocodile for a mechanic and one powerful-as-hell Gunboat to master, there’s no better time to dive into the fight in Gunboat God.
Gunboat God will be available on Nintendo Switch for $12.99 USD / £9.99 GBP / €12.99 EUR, with the mobile version available to ‘try before you buy’ on iOS and Android, with the first biome playable for free with no ads. Pre-register on the Google Play Store and pre-order on the App Store.
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About Janson RAD
Thomas Janson is a Melbourne-based game developer who’s past projects include Wave Wave and Death Hall. He brings wild animation and kinetic energy to everything he creates! He has just launched his first solo game, Gunboat God.
About Fireshine Games
Fireshine Games is a global publisher of video games based in London, England, with a focus on finding fun and bringing innovative indie gems to players around the world.
Originally established in 2014, Fireshine Games has built a portfolio of acclaimed and award-winning digital titles, including Denshattack!, Duskfade, Far Far West, Core Keeper, Shadows of Doubt, Len’s Island and Popucom. Fireshine Games is part of the EG7 group of companies.
