Gangs of Sherwood
- October 5, 2023
- Appeal Studios
With excellent characters, great gameplay, and a fun setting, Gangs of Sherwood is one of the best beat 'em ups in recent years.
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Get on Epic Games Store"Gangs of Sherwood" is a cooperative action game for 1-4 players, where you play as Robin Hood and his allies, fighting against the Sheriff of Nottingham's enhanced army. Plunder riches to give to the poor and upgrade your characters' abilities, using each hero's unique combat style to defeat enemies and bosses in Sherwood Forest and the Sheriff's castle. Save innocent lives and upgrade your arsenal to take down the tyrant.
PC
Playstation 5
Windows
Xbox Series X|S
Epic Games
PlayStation
Xbox
Reviews
- The game features a captivating atmosphere with well-designed levels and unique character abilities, making it enjoyable to play with friends.
- Graphics and character models are visually appealing, and the game has a lot of personality and humor.
- The core gameplay mechanics are solid, and the game offers a fun experience for a short playthrough, especially in co-op mode.
- The game suffers from numerous technical issues, including crashes during co-op play and problems with monitor switching, which significantly detracts from the experience.
- Combat feels repetitive and lacks fluidity, with poor targeting and controls that can frustrate players.
- The game is short, with many players feeling it lacks content and variety, leading to a sense of boredom after a few hours of play.
- story19 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The game's story features a humorous and engaging narrative that guides players through well-designed missions filled with secrets and side quests. However, the cooperative experience is marred by technical issues, such as disconnections that force players to restart missions, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the story. While the aesthetic and combat mechanics are appreciated, concerns about the game's length and lack of diverse modes beyond the main storyline have been raised.
“There are touches of humor and a nice storyline to guide you through the missions.”
“Each mission was well thought through, with plenty of secrets, side quests, things to collect, or passages which you can only go through with one or two characters, but not all four.”
“I am enjoying the setting, the story, the aesthetic, the jibber jabber, and most importantly the combat.”
“If you plan to play with friends, don't bother buying the game... can't even get through the first mission with 2 friends without one of us crashing.”
“Its an okay game, however its dead on arrival, so if you don't mind soloing boring cookie-cutter missions, it's okay.”
“If you plan to play solo, or want to see more diversity, other modes, and more content outside of the story, probably not.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a mix of unique character abilities and smooth combat mechanics reminiscent of popular titles like Dark Alliance and Vermintide, providing an engaging experience for cooperative play. However, some players have noted issues with optimization and a lack of excitement in combat, leading to a somewhat generic feel despite the potential for enjoyable gameplay. Overall, while the game has appealing elements and a solid foundation, it may require further refinement to fully meet player expectations.
“Well worth the sale price of $13 for 10 - 13 hours of online co-op campaign gameplay.”
“All 4 characters are very unique and different, the gameplay is smooth (with combos like PlayStation combat games) and the graphics are stunning.”
“The gameplay blends very nicely and each character feels unique.”
“Gameplay overall too boring.”
“Again, it isn't terrible, but this isn't an early access game or anything, so I kind of expected the game to at least run its core gameplay fine.”
- graphics7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the stunning visuals and unique character designs, others note issues like jerking and freezing that detract from the experience. Overall, the aesthetic and setting are appreciated, but the lack of consistent graphical quality leads to a divided opinion.
“All 4 characters are very unique/different, the gameplay is smooth (with combos like PlayStation combat games) and the graphics are stunning.”
“Graphics nice”
“Graphics and settings are spot on”
“That aside, I have nothing negative to say about the game, but almost no positives either... the visuals, I guess.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, particularly for Intel Arc graphics cards, leading many players to temporarily set it aside in hopes of future improvements. Overall, the optimization is considered subpar, detracting from the otherwise appealing gameplay experience.
“Needs optimization on the evaluation process, as it is slow and looks awful during those few seconds.”
“The gameplay seems like it could be appealing, but the game is so poorly optimized that I'm going to put it on the back burner for now and hope the devs fix it.”
“It seems that in a lot of Nacon games, optimization is not great, especially for Intel Arc cards.”
“Needs optimization on the evaluation process, which is slow and looks awful during those few seconds.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted touches and engaging storyline, reminiscent of the whimsical style found in the Fable series. Players appreciate how the humor complements the overall narrative, enhancing the experience throughout the missions.
“There are touches of humor and a nice storyline to guide you through the missions.”
“Gives me major Fable vibes, especially with the humor and setting.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in each level is consistently captivating, drawing players into the game's immersive environment.
“The atmosphere in every level is captivating.”
“The game's environment immerses you completely, making you feel like you're part of a living world.”
“Each location is beautifully crafted, creating a unique mood that enhances the overall experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its solid quality and integration, contributing positively to the overall design and atmosphere during the initial stages of development.
“The music in this game is absolutely captivating, enhancing the overall experience and immersing players in the world.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an emotional connection that keeps you engaged.”
“Each track is thoughtfully composed, adding depth to the characters and environments, making every moment memorable.”
Critic Reviews
Gangs of Sherwood review
There’s an enjoyable time to be had Gangs of Sherwood, especially with others, but it just doesn’t do anything well enough to stand out from the crowd.
65%Gangs of Sherwood review
Gangs of Sherwood shows initial promise with its creative setting and colourful combat but runs out of steam well before the end of its already brief running time.
50%Gangs of Sherwood Review
A nice game with an interesting world and story that could really use some quality-of-life updates and a price reduction.
70%
