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"Cactus Cowboy - Desert Warfare" is a VR-based first-person shooter where players, as Cactus Cowboy, fight against the Bug Army in a battle for a mysterious cave. The game features an 8-hour campaign, over 12 unique VR guns, and various customization options. With a variety of battles taking place in different environments, players can also enjoy discovering Cacti Town, unlocking weapon skins, and using their Cacti Power to grab distant objects.

  • Virtual Reality
  • Play​Station
  • Play​Station VR2

Reviews

62%
Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
story4 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The game features enjoyable weapon handling and a variety of guns, making combat fun and engaging.
  • The story, while simple, includes humorous elements and references that add to the overall experience.
  • Despite some graphical limitations, the gameplay is solid and offers a satisfying VR experience with numerous enemies to fight.
  • New players may experience nausea due to the movement mechanics, which are not well-implemented.
  • The item retrieval system, particularly the gravity glove, is poorly designed and can be frustrating to use.
  • The campaign length feels shorter than expected, and there is a lack of post-campaign content or rewards.
  • story9 mentions

    The game's story is described as simple yet engaging, featuring goofy humor and entertaining references that keep players interested. While some find the humor cringeworthy, others appreciate the fun and coherence of the narrative, which complements the solid gameplay and challenging elements. Overall, it offers a lighthearted experience with memorable characters and a straightforward plot.

    • “The story is goofy and funny, plus has some great references.”
    • “As its predecessors, [i]Cactus Cowboy - Desert Warfare[/i] is packed with a simple but good storyline, funny characters, and a lot of humorous details.”
    • “A full-size story shooter with very good gunplay that rivals much bigger productions.”
    • “There is a bit of story and some cringe humor (that is even more cringe because they talked in a plain tone).”
    • “The game offers additional upgrades, weapons, and enemies, continues the story (which is not great but does keep you interested while playing), and also can be pretty challenging at some parts.”
    • “Gameplay is very nice, some parts are challenging and the story is stupidly fun.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    While the graphics are described as simplistic and not particularly impressive, many users emphasize that this should not deter players, as the gameplay experience is highly enjoyable and engaging.

    • “Don't be fooled by the somewhat simplistic graphics; this game is really fun!”
    • “Don't be fooled by the graphics.”
    • “I saw a Twitter post from the dev saying the graphics are terrible, and he's right.”
    • “Don't let the simple graphics put you off; this is some A-grade shooter you're looking at.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of goofy storytelling, cringe-worthy moments delivered in a plain tone, and clever references. Players appreciate the funny characters and the abundance of humorous details that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The story is goofy and funny, plus has some great references.”
    • “[i]Cactus Cowboy - Desert Warfare[/i] is packed with a simple but good storyline, funny characters, and a lot of humorous details.”
    • “There is a bit of story and some cringe humor (that is even more cringe because they talk in a plain tone).”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is highly praised for its enjoyable mechanics, improved level design, and engaging boss fights, with a solid four hours of playtime. Players appreciate the fun and coherent story, along with satisfying weapon handling, making it a recommended experience for those looking for a challenging yet entertaining game.

    • “Gameplay is very nice; some parts are challenging, and the story is incredibly fun.”
    • “Many things were improved in this game regarding level design, boss fights, and the weapons feel great. It's a solid 4 hours of gameplay, so I can definitely recommend it.”
    • “The gameplay is spot on, especially the guns, with a coherent story and plenty to shoot at.”
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Play time

4hMedian play time
4hAverage play time
3-4hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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