Fenimore Fillmore: The Westerner

59%
Game Brain Score Based on 23 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • humor
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Fenimore Fillmore: The Westerner is a humorous point-and-click adventure game set in the Wild West. Players solve puzzles in various orders and interact with characters to advance in the game. Critically acclaimed and voted best adventure game of 2004, this HD reissue is a must-play for fans of the genre, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of the first Fenimore Fillmore game.

  • PC
  • Windows
  • Wii
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Reviews

59%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
story6 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game is filled with nostalgia and charm, providing a fun and engaging experience for those who played it in their childhood.
  • The humor, quirky characters, and well-voiced dialogues contribute to an enjoyable storyline that can elicit genuine laughter.
  • The graphics, while basic, have a cute aesthetic that appeals to fans of old-school point-and-click adventures.
  • Gameplay suffers from frustrating controls, poor navigation, and tedious mechanics, such as resource management and backtracking that can feel like a chore.
  • The game frequently crashes and has various bugs, which can disrupt the experience and lead to frustration.
  • Lack of hints and a cumbersome inventory system can make progression difficult, often leaving players confused about what to do next.
  • story15 mentions

    The game's story is a lighthearted and cliche western adventure featuring quirky characters and humorous dialogue, reminiscent of childhood favorites. While the narrative is engaging and visually appealing, players often find themselves frustrated by a lack of direction and hints, which can hinder progression. Overall, the simple yet enjoyable storyline, combined with its charming aesthetic, makes it appealing to both newcomers and seasoned players, despite some gameplay challenges.

    • “The story is simple but still fun and engaging.”
    • “There is a nice story behind the game and lots of nice comic touches and dialogue.”
    • “Funny click'n'point with a pretty good storyline and memorable characters.”
    • “The lack of a hint button could also lead to frustration because, without a text walkthrough, most of the time you have no idea what to do to progress in the story.”
    • “Only towards the end I was missing hints on where to go next to move on the story.”
    • “If you have an objective you need to complete in order to proceed with the main story, most games nowadays will give your mission a bit of direction.”
  • gameplay14 mentions

    The gameplay has been widely criticized for its disorienting fixed camera angles, frustrating controls, and awkward pathfinding, making it feel tedious and unpolished. Many players found the inclusion of non-adventure elements like resource management and minigames to be unnecessary distractions, while the slow pacing and lack of shortcuts contributed to a frustrating experience. Despite some charming graphics and humor, the overall gameplay is considered dated and may only appeal to those with nostalgia for the genre.

    • “Despite being a good game, I think that for people who don't have the same nostalgia as me, 10€ is too much because it didn't age that well. However, I bought it in a Steam sale for a little less than 2€, which in my opinion is a really good price, especially because the game is simple but has a gameplay of at least 6-7 hours to finish it.”
    • “If you're a fan of humor and aesthetics à la Toy Story and are willing to look past gameplay issues, go for it though; you will have a blast with this clumsy cowboy that is Fenimore.”
    • “While I personally feel that graphically the game is still enjoyable because of its aesthetic, the gameplay feels dated and can act as a big turnoff.”
    • “There are too many problems, which makes the gameplay unbearable; I don't even know where to start.”
    • “Disorienting fixed 3D camera mechanics and angles, frustrating controls, awkward pathfinding, and some gameplay elements that do not belong to the adventure genre, such as resource management, farming and harvesting vegetables, unskippable and frustrating shoot-em-up arcade and fishing minigames.”
    • “There is no map with shortcuts, so the main character slowly walks everywhere, and there is too much back and forth that unnecessarily pads out gameplay time.”
  • humor8 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its quirky characters, colorful cartoony graphics, and engaging dialogue, featuring a mix of slapstick and clever jokes that often elicit genuine laughter. While the storyline follows a familiar western trope, the well-crafted cutscenes and animated sequences enhance the comedic experience, making it enjoyable despite some gameplay tedium. Overall, players who appreciate lighthearted humor and charming aesthetics will likely find the game entertaining.

    • “Funny dialogue and some hilarious animated sequences.”
    • “Some cutscenes and dialogues genuinely made me laugh out loud.”
    • “The slapstick humor is actually funny enough.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The game's graphics are characterized by colorful, cartoony 3D backgrounds and quirky character designs that evoke a playful, Toy Story-like aesthetic. While the visuals and well-crafted cutscenes are enjoyable, some players find the overall artwork to be basic and average in quality. Despite the charming graphics, the gameplay may feel dated, which could detract from the overall experience for some players.

    • “Cartoony 3D background graphics look colorful, characters are quirky and funny. The cartoony and cinematic cut scenes are well made, and the characters are fully voiced, adding to the overall enjoyment.”
    • “The artworks are of average quality but are beautifully painted with extreme care, and the cinematics are really funny and enjoyable to watch.”
    • “Cute and awesome aesthetic, kind of reminiscent of Toy Story.”
    • “The cartoony 3D background graphics look colorful, but the characters feel quirky and funny in a cliché way. While the cinematic cut scenes are well made, they can't make up for the tedium of the gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are solid, but they don't elevate the overall experience, especially when the gameplay feels lacking.”
    • “While the aesthetic is reminiscent of Toy Story, the graphics alone can't compensate for the gameplay issues that detract from the experience.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization is generally solid, though some users have reported performance issues and a bug related to settings. Additionally, while the inventory interface functions adequately, it lacks optimization for managing the large number of items players collect.

    • “Solid performance overall, though there is one caveat regarding a settings bug.”
    • “The inventory interface functions well, but it could be better optimized for the large number of items you will collect.”
    • “Check the forum for performance issues; some users are experiencing difficulties.”
    • “The inventory interface works fine but is not really optimized for the amount of items you will pick up.”
    • “Check the forum as well for performance issues; some people are experiencing them.”
    • “Solid performance, with one caveat: see cons about the settings bug.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its attention to detail, featuring a climactic soundtrack complemented by pleasant ambient noises that enhance the overall experience.

    • “The attention to detail is amazing, and the soundtrack is so climactic.”
    • “Pleasant soundtrack and ambient noises.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding elements in the game to be tedious and frustrating, citing disorienting camera mechanics, awkward controls, and unnecessary gameplay features like resource management and minigames that detract from the adventure experience. While some aspects, like farming carrots, may initially seem enjoyable, they quickly become repetitive and burdensome.

    • “Disorienting fixed 3D camera mechanics and angles, frustrating controls, awkward pathfinding, and some gameplay elements that do not belong to the adventure genre, such as resource management, farming, and harvesting vegetables, unskippable and frustrating shoot-em-up arcade and fishing minigames.”
    • “The carrots seem novel and even fun at first but quickly become tedious.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express that the game evokes a strong sense of nostalgia and comfort, reminiscent of better times, creating an emotional connection that makes them feel safe and warm.

    • “So many have made me feel safe and warm, harkening me back to when times were good.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report good stability with minimal issues, experiencing only occasional freezes that are mitigated by effective auto-save features.

    • “No problems running on my PC except for one or two freezes, but luckily regular auto-saves negated any disasters.”
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