Evil West

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 3,504 reviews
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Evil West is one of the most surprising and enjoyable action games of the year, and Flying Wild Hog have an absolute banger on their hands.
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"Evil West" is a third-person action game set in an alternate history where the Wild West is overrun by supernatural forces. As a skilled agent of a secret organization, players will use an array of weapons and abilities to eradicate the monstrous hordes and uncover the conspiracy behind the supernatural threat. The game features a thrilling combat system, an engaging storyline, and a variety of stunning locations.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,504 reviews
story493 positive mentions
stability202 negative mentions
  • The combat system is fun and engaging, allowing for a variety of combos and abilities.
  • The game features a unique blend of Wild West and supernatural elements, creating an interesting setting.
  • The graphics and art design are visually appealing, with detailed environments and character models.
  • The game is plagued by bugs and technical issues, particularly in co-op mode, leading to crashes and unresponsive controls.
  • The story is predictable and lacks depth, with shallow character development and clichéd dialogue.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive, with many encounters feeling like a slog due to the abundance of bullet sponge enemies.
  • story1,467 mentions

    The story of "Evil West" is generally described as linear and predictable, often criticized for its clichéd dialogue and lack of depth. While some players find the premise of cowboys versus vampires entertaining, many feel the narrative is forgettable and serves primarily as a backdrop for the action. Despite its shortcomings, the game is noted for its engaging combat mechanics, which some players believe compensate for the lackluster storytelling.

    • “The story is interesting; I do enjoy the world-building and characters, the level design is unique, and the fighting mechanics are a lot of fun.”
    • “The story is also very well put together.”
    • “The story is surprisingly engaging too.”
    • “Putting aside the disjointed story, the bland and sometimes cringe dialogue and the insane difficulty spikes in the later chapters that forced me to lower the difficulty from hard to normal, the game is actually decent.”
    • “The plot is predictable and feels like a mishmash of clichés from better games and movies.”
    • “The story is completely fine, but not the main attraction.”
  • gameplay768 mentions

    The gameplay of "Evil West" is a mixed bag, with many players praising its engaging combat mechanics and fun weapon variety, reminiscent of classic action games like "God of War" and "Doom." However, criticisms arise regarding its repetitive gameplay loop, linear level design, and numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. While the combat can be satisfying and visually appealing, the lack of depth in enemy variety and mechanics leads to a sense of monotony over time.

    • “The combat mechanics are incredibly engaging, allowing players to tackle some of the craziest-looking and acting vampires, werewolves, and other terrifying monsters.”
    • “With its unique blend of genres and exhilarating gameplay, I give Evil West a solid 10/10.”
    • “The gameplay is fun; the more we played, the more comfortable we both got with the variety of moves and combos you unlock, and I was excited to see how powerful your character would become.”
    • “Evil West starts out great but quickly goes from 'banger' to 'bargain bin' due to the forced scenarios and lacking gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is repetitive and lacks depth, the sound design is unremarkable, and the game suffers from poor enemy scaling and pacing issues that make it feel dragged out and tedious.”
    • “The gameplay loop didn't offer the variety and excitement I had anticipated, and I often felt like I was engaging in repetitive actions.”
  • graphics480 mentions

    The graphics of "Evil West" receive mixed reviews, with many praising the unique art style and impressive visual effects, particularly in environments and character designs. However, some players note that the graphics can feel dated, reminiscent of older console generations, and are marred by occasional bugs and performance issues. Overall, while the visuals are often described as stunning and atmospheric, they are not universally regarded as cutting-edge, leading to a consensus that the game balances solid graphics with gameplay that may not always meet modern standards.

    • “The graphics are stunning, bringing the eerie landscapes and nightmarish enemies to life with impressive detail and atmosphere.”
    • “It's easily one of the most captivating and creative AA games I've played in a long time, with some incredibly striking and awesome art direction and overall very pretty graphics.”
    • “The graphics experience tearing/shearing.”
    • “The graphics are outdated; it seems like they are at least 10 years old.”
    • “Character models lack detail, environments feel uninspired and lifeless, and the overall aesthetic fails to capture the eerie atmosphere the game desperately tries to convey.”
    • “The graphics feel and look a bit odd in the beginning, but once you are used to them, they look neat.”
  • stability221 mentions

    The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous players reporting a plethora of bugs, glitches, and crashes that significantly hinder gameplay, especially in co-op mode. Many users experienced game-breaking issues, such as freezing during missions, lost progress, and frustrating visual glitches, leading to an overall impression of the game as a "buggy mess." While some players found enjoyment in the gameplay despite these issues, the consensus is that the game remains unpolished and in need of substantial fixes.

    • “No performance issues and it runs great.”
    • “Game is also very optimized, runs great and has some very beautiful settings.”
    • “Aside from a few rough cutscene transitions, the game is overall very polished and I came across no glitches in my playthrough.”
    • “The game is filled to the brim with glitches that prevent further progression, including but not limited to the crosshair shifting out of place, NG+ not giving more levels after 20 despite there being plenty of perks and upgrades left empty, and endless crashes.”
    • “The game straight up freezes and crashes in certain areas while just trying to edit skills.”
    • “The online co-op is very buggy from the start, and ruined my interest to experience the rest of the game.”
  • optimization112 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant stuttering and performance issues, particularly in multiplayer modes, despite some praising its smooth combat and graphics. While some users experienced solid performance with minimal bugs, others highlighted severe technical problems, including crashes and frame rate drops, especially on high-end machines. Overall, the game's optimization appears inconsistent, with a notable divide between user experiences.

    • “What a fantastic game, marred by reviewers who don't know what they are talking about, extremely well optimized, not a single crash.”
    • “Performance was rock-solid, locked it to 60fps, everything at epic minus some texture tweaks, and for an UE4 game I didn't really see much in terms of stuttering or usual visual weirdness.”
    • “Game is also very optimized, runs great and has some very beautiful settings.”
    • “A lot of players have issues with stuttering even on high-end machines.”
    • “The multiplayer is terribly optimized even after basically 2 years now.”
    • “Completely unoptimized for PC.”
  • music75 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it serviceable but ultimately forgettable, lacking the depth and memorability of standout soundtracks in the genre. While some appreciate the atmospheric qualities and fitting nature of the music, others criticize it for being repetitive and uninspired, with a few highlights like the ending credits song standing out. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a neutral aspect of the game, neither enhancing nor detracting significantly from the experience.

    • “Great music, fun combat, interesting setting....”
    • “Combined with the haunting soundtrack, every moment spent in the game feels intense and immersive.”
    • “The combat is excellent, the world design and music really sets the mood.”
    • “The background music and sound effects are serviceable but lack the depth and immersion found in other titles in the genre.”
    • “It's a droning and looping soundtrack in way too many encounters, to the point that it sinks in your brain becoming a white noise living in the back of your head.”
    • “I'm really sorry for the composer, but this is not even debatable, the OST is so very forgettable (except for a couple of soothing acoustic pieces).”
  • humor69 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and engaging, while others criticize it as forced and cringe-worthy. Many reviews highlight moments of absurdity and wacky character interactions, often enhanced by glitches that add to the comedic experience. Overall, while some appreciate the game's attempt at humor, others feel it falls flat, likening it to a poorly executed parody of action films.

    • “It's lots of fun to play, the story and characters are engaging and know they're being outrageous and a bit over the top - it's laugh-out-loud funny in places.”
    • “The full campaign co-op mode, the funny dialogue, the interesting cast of characters, the length of the campaign… everything.”
    • “It's definitely fun, and its faults all make it really funny, instead of annoying.”
    • “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
    • “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
    • “The attempts at humor often feel out of place and awkward.”
  • atmosphere59 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game is a mixed bag, with some players praising its immersive and visually stunning environments that effectively capture a dark, steampunk-infused wild west setting. However, others criticize the inconsistency in graphics quality and the lack of atmospheric detail in certain levels, leading to a less engaging experience. Overall, while the game features great character designs and a compelling atmosphere, technical issues and design choices detract from its potential.

    • “Great story, fun combat, and immersive atmosphere.”
    • “From dusty towns to desolate landscapes, the atmosphere is rich and authentic, completely immersing players in this dark and twisted version of the west.”
    • “The color palette and design elements used to create a dark and gothic atmosphere quickly draw the player into the world.”
    • “While some videos of the game look really good, many levels look a lot poorer, since the devs got around creating an atmosphere by adding a flat and rather annoying hue to most levels.”
    • “Character models lack detail, environments feel uninspired and lifeless, and the overall aesthetic fails to capture the eerie atmosphere the game desperately tries to convey.”
    • “Graphic is ridiculous, mountains and trees look like 2D stickers on the screen, water is worse than in cartoons and the entire atmosphere feels like I am playing a bad 2000s game at best.”
  • grinding48 mentions

    Reviews indicate that while the game starts off enjoyable, it quickly devolves into tedious grinding, characterized by repetitive combat against the same enemies and drawn-out boss fights. Players express frustration with poor enemy scaling and a lack of engaging challenges, leading to a sense of monotony and a desire to rush through the latter parts of the game. Overall, the combat becomes a burdensome experience rather than a fun one, detracting from the initial excitement.

    • “A game that's centered around having fun and not grinding away for hours for some stats.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The combat, while initially fun, becomes a tedious button-mashing affair as the same enemies are thrown at you over and over again.”
    • “Additionally, the game suffers from poor enemy scaling, with monsters simply increasing in HP as you progress, resulting in encounters that feel dragged out and tedious rather than challenging and engaging.”
    • “After about the 4-6 hours mark, I was just trying to get the game over with as quickly as possible as it was just tedious, boring, and repetitive as hell.”
  • replayability35 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag, with many players noting a lack of meaningful choices and linear gameplay that limits long-term engagement. While some features like New Game+ and mission selection offer opportunities for replay, the repetitive mechanics and absence of significant content updates leave many feeling that the game lacks substantial replay value. Players who enjoy combat systems or are completionists may find some enjoyment in replaying, but overall, the consensus leans towards a disappointing replayability experience.

    • “They are all replayable though, you can select missions through the lore menu and it has new game+ as well if you want to unlock everything.”
    • “I had played the game about a year ago and decided I wanted to get the game on Steam, wanted to see if I enjoyed it as much as I remembered it, and it turns out, I'm probably enjoying it even more; there's also a ton of replayability in the form of different costumes, skills, and weapon upgrades you can obtain throughout the levels.”
    • “This system increases the replayability of the game, allowing for different play styles.”
    • “One of the only downsides to it is a lack of replayability.”
    • “The absence of meaningful choices and branching paths further limits the game's replayability, resulting in a disappointing and forgettable experience that fails to offer new and engaging content for returning players.”
    • “Not really replayable after that.”
  • character development25 mentions

    Character development in the game is generally viewed as lacking, with many reviewers noting that while the character and enemy designs are visually striking and imaginative, they do not contribute significantly to deeper narrative or personal growth. Some players appreciated the humor and over-the-top aesthetics, but expressed a desire for more substantial character arcs and customization options. Overall, the focus seems to be more on flashy visuals and combat mechanics rather than meaningful character progression.

    • “Rich character development and I found the humor very fun and enjoyable.”
    • “The story is full of action-packed moments and deepened with character development.”
    • “Character design is top notch and I cannot complain about the acting either.”
    • “No character development to speak of, despite facing all sorts of craziness.”
    • “Overall the story is over the top and there is little to character development but honestly I'm into it and I want to punch vampires in the face and be challenged.”
    • “I'd have appreciated more customization options for character development as I was really looking forward to a more traditional vampire hunter loadout.”
  • emotional18 mentions

    Overall, the emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with many players expressing a lack of investment in the story and characters, leading to minimal emotional impact during key moments. While some moments and characters show potential for depth, they ultimately fail to deliver a satisfying emotional payoff, resulting in a generally forgettable experience. A few players noted isolated instances of emotional resonance, but these were overshadowed by the game's repetitive gameplay and uninspired narrative.

    • “I struggled a lot with max difficulty, but still the final outcome was heartwarming.”
    • “Both gory and gruesome yet heartfelt.”
    • “And it's really good, god even their credits song which is sung by the main villain will send you on an emotional roller coaster.”
    • “Boring story with unlikable characters.”
    • “Boring story with cliche writing, repetitive gameplay, and steep price tag.”
    • “Boring repetitive gameplay and boring story.”
  • monetization15 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is largely praised for its absence of microtransactions, battle passes, and live service elements, offering a straightforward gaming experience reminiscent of classic titles. However, some users criticize the game as a cash grab, feeling that it lacks depth and quality despite its traditional approach to monetization. Overall, players appreciate the return to a simpler, more focused gameplay model without the distractions of modern monetization trends.

    • “There aren't any microtransactions and battle passes and events, it's just a regular video game through and through.”
    • “This type of game is what we needed in the current gaming era - just pure fun, no season passes, microtransactions, live services or whatever bullcrap that's plaguing the industry.”
    • “An honest-to-goodness classic mid-budget game, no battle pass, no microtransactions, no daily grind nonsense.”
    • “Despite its AAA aspirations, 'Evil West' feels like a cheap and uninspired cash grab, offering little to entice players to invest their time and money in this forgettable and disappointing title.”
    • “Game seems like a cash grab.”
    • “This type of game is what we needed in the current gaming era - just pure fun, no season passes, microtransactions, live services, or whatever bullcrap that's plaguing the industry.”
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Critic Reviews

73% average critic score

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Play time

14hMedian play time
20hAverage play time
9-20hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 40 analyzed playthroughs

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