Gangs of Sherwood

52%
Game Brain Score Based on 89 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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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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"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
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Epic Games
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

52%
Audience ScoreBased on 89 reviews
story12 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and engaging setting that combines elements of steampunk and medieval themes, providing a visually appealing experience.
  • Co-op gameplay can be enjoyable, especially with friends, as each character has unique abilities that contribute to varied gameplay dynamics.
  • The game has a solid core design with good level layouts and character models, making it fun for short play sessions.
  • The game suffers from significant technical issues, particularly in co-op mode, where players frequently experience crashes and disconnections.
  • Combat feels repetitive and lacks fluidity, leading to a monotonous gameplay experience, especially when playing solo.
  • There are limited accessibility options and no support for keybinding customization, which detracts from the overall user experience.
  • story44 mentions

    The game's story is described as having a nice narrative with touches of humor and an interesting world, but it suffers from a lack of depth and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay. While the missions are well thought out with secrets and character-specific paths, the overall experience can become monotonous, especially in solo play. Additionally, technical issues with co-op play hinder the enjoyment of the story, as players often have to restart missions if someone disconnects.

    • “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.”
    • “Outside of following the story and repeating them, there are no other modes to play with friends.”
    • “Inconsistent visual presentation featuring outdated graphics, unimaginative side quests, the NPC design lacks detail and appears lifeless, limited co-op opportunities, thin storyline, leaving the overall narrative less compelling.”
  • gameplay27 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique character abilities, smooth mechanics, and engaging cooperative campaign, while others criticize it for being poorly optimized, generic combat, and lacking innovation. Players appreciate the stunning graphics and level design, but many feel that the overall experience could be improved, especially regarding performance and depth. Despite its flaws, the game offers a decent amount of content and may appeal to fans of similar titles.

    • “All 4 characters are very unique/different, the gameplay is smooth (with combos like PlayStation combat games) and the graphics are stunning.”
    • “If you enjoyed the gameplay loop of games like Dark Alliance, Vermintide, and the combat of Wayfinder, then this might be a good fit for you.”
    • “[Engaging and entertaining gameplay, unique and specialized moves for each of the four playable characters, impressive boss battles with creative designs, good level design, special missions post-main story for added challenge.]”
    • “Gameplay overall is 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.”
    • “From a gameplay perspective, Gangs of Sherwood breaks little in the way of new ground.”
  • graphics19 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning visuals and unique character designs, while others criticize the inconsistent presentation and outdated elements. Many players appreciate the aesthetic and settings, noting that they enhance the overall experience, but issues like jerking and freezing detract from the enjoyment. Overall, the graphics are seen as a highlight for some, but not universally impressive.

    • “All 4 characters are very unique/different, the gameplay is smooth (with combos like PlayStation combat games) and the graphics are stunning.”
    • “- graphics and settings are spot on”
    • “With its captivating visuals, engaging gameplay mechanics, and a narrative that responds to player choices, this title is great for anyone seeking an unforgettable journey into the heart of medieval England’s most famous forest.”
    • “[inconsistent visual presentation featuring outdated graphics, unimaginative side quests, the NPC design lacks detail and appears lifeless, limited co-op opportunities, thin storyline, leaving the overall narrative less compelling]”
    • “That aside, I have nothing negative to say about the game, but almost no positives either... visuals, I guess.”
    • “That aside, I have nothing negative to say about the game, but almost no positives either... visuals, I guess.”
  • optimization7 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players noting poor performance, particularly on Intel Arc cards. While the gameplay shows potential, the current optimization issues have led some users to temporarily set the game aside, hoping for future improvements from the developers.

    • “Needs optimization on the evaluation process, which is slow and looks awful in those few seconds.”
    • “[Decent aesthetic and performance. Combat is above average with unique mechanics and upgrades for each character. Banter among characters and bits of the presentation, like Alan-a-Dale's presence, aren't terrible.]”
    • “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 those evaluation processes; it looks awful in those few seconds.”
  • humor5 mentions

    The game features a charming blend of humor and engaging storytelling, reminiscent of the Fable series, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the attractive character designs and the vibrant atmosphere, contributing to its personality and replayability.

    • “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.”
    • “The engaging narrative and hack-and-slash gameplay give off Fable echoes, particularly with the humor and atmosphere.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is praised for being a strong component of its overall design, contributing positively to the game's atmosphere and experience. Reviewers note that it plays a significant role in enhancing the game's core elements.

  • atmosphere2 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its captivating levels, engaging narrative, and charming character designs, all of which contribute to a vibrant and humorous experience. The excellent graphics and diverse settings enhance the overall appeal, making it a game that players are eager to revisit.

    • “The game features a very engaging narrative, and its hack-and-slash gameplay gives off fable echoes, particularly with the humor and atmosphere. Each of the character designs is quite attractive, and the game has a great deal of personality. Both the graphics and the settings are excellent, making it a lot of fun to play with a variety of pals who have different dynamics, which makes you want to play the game again and again.”
    • “The atmosphere in every level is captivating.”
    • “The game has a great deal of personality, but the atmosphere feels flat and uninspired.”
    • “While the graphics and settings are excellent, the overall atmosphere lacks depth and immersion.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game's stability is criticized for being visually buggy and janky, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, players report difficulties in finding co-op partners due to a lack of available lobbies and participants, contributing to a sense of repetitiveness.

    • “The game is visually buggy and janky, making it difficult to enjoy the experience.”
    • “Finding players to co-op with is a hard and lengthy process due to not enough lobbies or people playing.”
    • “The gameplay feels slightly repetitive, which detracts from overall stability.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The game features engaging character development through a captivating narrative and attractive character designs, infused with humor and a vibrant atmosphere. Players appreciate the diverse dynamics among characters, which enhances replayability and adds to the game's overall personality. The combination of excellent graphics and settings further enriches the character experience.

    • “The game features a very engaging narrative, and its hack-and-slash gameplay evokes the charm of fables, particularly with its humor and atmosphere.”
    • “Each of the character designs is quite attractive, and the game has a great deal of personality.”
    • “Having a variety of companions with different dynamics is a lot of fun and makes you want to play the game again and again.”
    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “I found the characters to be one-dimensional, with little growth or change throughout the game.”
    • “Despite the engaging narrative, the character arcs are predictable and fail to leave a lasting impact.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    "Gangs of Sherwood" offers strong replayability due to its excellent level design, numerous secrets, and the enhanced experience of playing with friends, making it a compelling co-op choice for the holiday season.

    • “With great level design, plenty of secrets, and replay value, especially when playing with friends, 'Gangs of Sherwood' may be the co-op title you're looking for this holiday season.”
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