Band of Outlaws

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Band of Outlaws is a single player arcade platformer game with medieval and historical themes. It was developed by Indy Lion Studios and was released on August 22, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

Play as Robin Hood and his Merry Men in this 2D Action Platformer. Help take back England from the diabolical Prince John. Battle your friends in a Local Multiplayer Deathmatch gamemode!

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

music3 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and enjoyable 2D retro pixel platformer experience with multiple levels, secrets, and boss fights.
The gameplay is dense and engaging for its short duration, with good replay value including speedruns and collectible hunting.
The multiplayer mode is well done and surprisingly fun, adding extra value beyond the single-player content.

The controls are clunky, unresponsive, and lack customization, which may frustrate players and make the game less accessible.
The graphics are very basic and the game lacks modern quality-of-life features like resolution options or keybinding information.
The game is very short, can be completed quickly, and some boss fights are overly simplistic or unchallenging.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics feature a retro pixel art style reminiscent of older games like Shovel Knight, offering a nostalgic aesthetic rather than modern visuals. While the visuals are bright and appealing, there are no options for resolution changes or advanced graphical tweaks. Overall, the graphics are well-executed and fit the game's theme, contributing to a fun and engaging experience.
- “The graphics are pretty nice overall and the audio is passable.”
- “The graphics and music are bright and fun, and the controls handle well.”
- “A choice was made to use obsolete, decades-old retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
- “I would say that the closest thing I've played to this game is Shovel Knight, which this game can be compared to not just from themes, but the aesthetics and gameplay.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally praised as bright, fun, and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience. Despite some issues with sound effects and controls, the soundtracks stand out and enhance gameplay.
- “Very good music soundtracks that enhance the gaming experience.”
- “For a couple of coins, you get a nice game with fine music and not hard gameplay.”
- “The graphics and music are bright and fun, and the controls handle well.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay centers on fast-paced projectile shooting to defeat enemies, collect gold, and survive, offering a smooth and approachable experience similar to Shovel Knight in both theme and mechanics. It features enjoyable music and a moderate difficulty level, making it a satisfying purchase for its price.
- “The core gameplay loop is shooting fast-moving projectiles to defeat enemies, get gold, and of course, stay alive.”
- “I would say that the closest thing I've played to this game is Shovel Knight, which this game can be compared to not just from themes, but also aesthetics and gameplay.”
- “For a couple of coins, you get a nice game with fine music and not hard gameplay.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Monetization in Gamemaker Studio is often associated with low-effort, retro-style games primarily designed as cash grabs. This suggests a perception that many projects prioritize profit over quality.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is well-integrated with achievements, making progression feel natural and guided. Additionally, an in-game guide assists players, enhancing the overall narrative experience.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is affected by some glitches and problematic controls, particularly difficulty aiming to the left. However, the music soundtracks are notably well-received, providing a positive contrast to the technical issues.