The Gunk
Released Apr 2022
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…
86% positive · 6,061 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $24.99 Green Man Gaming Steam key $24.99
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Evaluation
The Gunk launched on Steam on April 29, 2022 as a complete, self-contained action-adventure game. The store description reads as a finished narrative product — there is no mention of DLC, expansions, seasons, or any planned additional content. The developer's post-launch communication consists of a single bug-fix patch on May 25, 2022 addressing translation issues and minor performance improvements, and nothing further. There are no DLC listings of any kind, no roadmap, and no developer statements suggesting future content. The game shipped as a finished experience and has received no post-launch content additions beyond that early maintenance patch. The last developer communication of any kind was May 25, 2022.
Evidence
The Gunk launched on Steam as a complete action-adventure game with no mention of DLC or future content plans.
Post-launch patch fixing translation issues, a vibration settings bug, a rare crash, and improving performance. No mention of upcoming content. This is the last developer communication on record.
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Details
Developer
Publisher
Thunderful Publishing
Achievements
17
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this 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!
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Last evaluated Jun 26, 2026
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