Lawless West

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Lawless West is a single player role playing game. It was developed by First Games Interactive and was released on January 7, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Lawless West is a dynamic open-world sandbox game set in the Wild West. Take on the role of a gunslinger seeking revenge and fortune as you explore a vast, procedurally generated frontier full of bandits, wildlife, and opportunities for mayhem. Customize your character and arsenal, form alliances, and build or break the law in this immersive and brutal wild west experience.

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 21 reviews

music2 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features an interesting Wild West atmosphere with beautiful graphics and engaging music.
It offers a variety of warriors and tower upgrades, providing a fun and addictive gameplay experience.
The retro style and humor add charm, making it appealing to fans of the tower defense genre.

The gameplay can be slow and lacks sufficient multiplayer options, which may not appeal to everyone.
There are significant bugs, including issues with animations and the mouse disappearing, which detracts from the experience.
Progression feels overly focused on grinding rather than strategic gameplay, making it less enjoyable for some players.

gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some users finding it fascinating, while others criticize it for being slow, buggy, and boring. Overall, the experience seems to vary significantly among players.
- “Fascinating gameplay.”
- “The actual gameplay is buggy, slow, and boring.”
- “Td with slow gameplay.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is praised for its engaging and nostalgic quality, reminiscent of the 90s, complemented by amusing sound effects. However, players noted the lack of initial volume control for music and effects as a drawback. Overall, the combination of appealing visuals and catchy music enhances the gaming experience.
- “The game has interesting visualization, cool music, and funny sound effects. It feels like the game got into 2023 straight from the 90s, which is what attracts attention.”
- “Good music and nice visuals.”
- “At the beginning of the game, you cannot adjust the volume of music and effects; this needs to be fixed.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of this tower defense game is engaging and well-crafted, featuring a captivating plot set in a beautifully illustrated western-themed world. Players take on the role of marshals tasked with restoring order by combating bandits and safeguarding towns, all while enjoying a humorous narrative that leaves a lasting impression. Overall, it is praised as a hidden gem with a compelling storyline.
- “A good tower defense game, the plot is fascinating, and everything is beautifully drawn and decorated in the style of the West.”
- “Lots of jokes, 120 fps on any computer, a great story that you will dream about later - in a word, a hidden gem.”
- “A completely playable tower defense storyline in which we play as a group of marshals who bring order to the territory of the USA, killing bandits and protecting towns.”
- “The story feels like a completely playable tower defense narrative, where we take on the role of a group of marshals tasked with bringing order to the territory of the USA by eliminating bandits and protecting towns.”
- “The plot lacks depth and fails to engage, making it difficult to care about the characters or their struggles.”
- “The storyline is predictable and uninspired, offering little in terms of twists or character development.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively captures the essence of the wild west, immersing players in a well-crafted western atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere of the wild west is perfectly conveyed.”
- “In general, it turned out to be a good western game with the inherent atmosphere of the wild west.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is highlighted by its nostalgic 90s vibe, complemented by engaging visuals, catchy music, and amusing sound effects, which collectively enhance its appeal.
- “The game has interesting visuals, cool music, and funny sound effects. It feels like it jumped into 2023 straight from the 90s, and that's what attracts attention.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and hilarious character interactions that keep me laughing throughout.”
- “I love how the game uses absurd situations and witty dialogue to create a lighthearted atmosphere that makes every playthrough enjoyable.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that the game's progression heavily emphasizes grinding for unit improvements over strategic gameplay, leading to a focus on accumulating resources and stats rather than optimizing defensive setups.
- “The progression seems to be too focused on grinding and improving units, rather than finding a good strategy for the defenders. More grinding equals more money, which leads to better stats that overshadow the importance of organizing your defense efficiently.”
- “Grinding feels excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game. It often feels like a chore rather than a rewarding experience.”
- “The game requires an overwhelming amount of grinding to make any meaningful progress, which can be frustrating and tedious.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are well-received, featuring appealing character upgrades and dynamic weather changes that enhance the visual experience.
- “The game features stunning graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The visuals are breathtaking, with detailed environments and character designs.”
- “I was impressed by the graphics, especially the dynamic weather effects.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is criticized for being buggy and slow, which detracts from the overall gameplay experience. Users find the performance issues lead to a lack of engagement, making the game feel tedious.
- “The actual gameplay is buggy, slow, and boring.”