In Bounty Of One: Premium, players take on the role of a fallen hero in the Wild West, battling hordes of bounty hunters to clear their name. The game features a unique mechanic where your character only fires when stationary, adding a tactical layer to the traditional bullet hell formula. This "stop-to-shoot" system requires players to balance movement and offense strategically.

Each run is procedurally generated, offering varied enemy waves and upgrade paths. Players can choose from a diverse cast of characters, each with unique abilities and weapon types, enhancing replayability.