Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster

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Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster is a multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by LucasArts and was released on November 20, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster brings back the 1997 western FPS classic with updated visuals, high-resolution cutscenes, and faithful recreations of weapons and characters. Play as ex-Marshal James Anderson to battle outlaws and uncover a dark plot of greed and corruption across the Wild West. It also features cross-play multiplayer with various competitive modes.

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Audience ScoreBased on 126 reviews

story12 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The remaster retains the charm of the original while modernizing graphics and controls, making it accessible for new players.
The game features a captivating story, engaging gunplay, and a fantastic soundtrack that pays homage to classic spaghetti westerns.
Multiplayer is fun and fast-paced, with a dedicated community that enhances the overall experience.

The game can feel overpriced for some, especially considering its age and the availability of the original version at a lower price.
Certain gameplay mechanics, such as the inventory system and some level designs, can be frustrating and confusing for new players.
There are occasional technical issues, such as hit detection problems and glitches that detract from the overall experience.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Outlaws" is a straightforward yet engaging revenge tale set in the Wild West, reminiscent of classic spaghetti westerns, where players take on the role of a retired marshal seeking to rescue his daughter from a greedy tycoon. The narrative is enhanced by charming animated cutscenes and a well-crafted atmosphere, with levels that evoke iconic western scenes, though some puzzles may frustrate players unfamiliar with older game mechanics. Overall, the storytelling, combined with solid gameplay and a legendary soundtrack, makes for a nostalgic and enjoyable experience, particularly for fans of 90s PC games.
- “The story is a simple tale of revenge, but the characters are written well enough to keep you engaged.”
- “The story is very much a PG-13 spaghetti western and a classic tale of a greedy businessman muscling the little guys off of their land to expand his empire - anyone who grew up on westerns will know exactly what I'm talking about.”
- “The story is a love letter to spaghetti westerns and the soundtrack is legendary.”
- “The story is a very straightforward revenge tale, but told through animated cutscenes that looked incredible at the time, and still look stylishly beautiful today.”
- “Every level in the main story is some clichéd scene from a western movie, and you'll visit all the greatest hits, from old west town, to a train, to an old fort, canyon... it's pretty impressive how well these scenes are realized with the tech of the time.”
- “The story is nothing groundbreaking, but it is well told.”
graphics
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The remastered graphics have been generally well-received, providing a fresh yet nostalgic visual experience that enhances the original game's charm without overwhelming it. Players appreciate the option to toggle between the remastered and classic graphics, allowing them to relive the game as it was originally presented. While some users noted minor performance issues and a preference for the original graphics, the overall consensus is that the visual updates successfully optimize the game for modern hardware while maintaining its core aesthetic.
- “The updated graphics gave the game a fresh coat of paint while still keeping that old-school charm intact.”
- “The nightdive remaster itself succeeds wonderfully in its purpose: optimizing the nearly 30-year-old game for today's hardware and updating the visuals without diverting from the original style/tone.”
- “Everything is done so well that I found myself wondering if they did anything because this is how I remember it looking as a kid, only to switch to the old graphics and see just how much they ramped it up.”
- “My only issue is the current price; I think $30 is a little much for a 30-year-old game, even with spit-shined graphics and the DLC levels that came out a year after the original release.”
- “Nothing to fix items disappearing from your peripheral vision, not being able to shoot enemies from big heights (which I'm aware might be a problem from the original), but if this is a remaster, it should have been fixed. The remastered graphics are slowing the game down, leaving me no choice but to turn them off.”
- “The game is quite plainly hideous, and most of the remastered graphics appear to just be the result of bad AI upscaling.”
music
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
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9%
The music in the game, composed by Clint Bajakian, is widely praised as a standout feature, drawing strong comparisons to the iconic scores of classic spaghetti westerns. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to enhance the game's atmosphere and storytelling, with many considering it one of the best in video game history. The combination of memorable tunes, fitting sound effects, and beautifully animated cutscenes creates an immersive experience that resonates with both nostalgia and enjoyment.
- “The cutscenes and soundtrack alone are worth the price of admission.”
- “The soundtrack remains the standout with its western peaks and quiet ambience.”
- “The best thing about this game is the epic soundtrack by Clint Bajakian.”
- “But the music, atmosphere, if you play only for that, you can skip this version, as it only improves on graphics.”
- “I've also noticed, so far, at least one opportunity to improve what I feel is an oversight that existed in the original game, that being that the music track 'The Train' doesn't actually play in the train level!”
- “The soundtrack is also quite derivative but my god it’s an awesome piece of work, this is one of those titles where you stop midway through a level to simply bask in how good the music is at times.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
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The gameplay of "Outlaws" is a nostalgic blend of tactical area clearing and engaging cowboy shootouts, featuring innovative mechanics like sniper zoom and weapon reloading that were groundbreaking for its time. While some players find the gameplay loop repetitive and the difficulty uneven, the overall experience is polished and retains its charm, making it enjoyable for both new players and fans of 90's PC games. The game offers a variety of levels and missions, with a unique presentation reminiscent of classic animation, contributing to its lasting appeal.
- “The story, gameplay, atmosphere, and sound design of Outlaws still holds up very well today, and is worth a play for anyone who loves 90's era PC games.”
- “It was the first game to feature a sniper zoom, and also one of the earlier games to show off the reloading mechanic for weapons. The reloading mechanic was a big deal for a western shooter, so to see it in a game like this was significant at the time.”
- “Everything here has been cleaned up, updated for modern gameplay, and made even more excellent and polished.”
- “It doesn't quite have the gameplay loop of other games of the time, and that really pays off.”
- “You can have your awesome cowboy shootouts in each level, but most of your moment-to-moment gameplay is going to have to be very tactically clearing areas slowly.”
- “Speaking of nostalgia vision though, the gameplay isn't as great as I remember.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability, particularly when played on harder difficulties, thanks to its unique and immersive maps that evoke a classic 90s shooter experience. While some puzzles may frustrate newer players, the inclusion of custom maps adds further value, although the community support for these is limited compared to other classic titles. Overall, players feel they get their money's worth with the engaging environments and nostalgic storytelling.
- “Replay value is quite high here, and the maps are both unique and believable. Everything you would want and expect is here, from big ranches full of rustlers to old Spanish forts in the desert. The story is akin to a Louis L'Amour short story, providing a perfect backdrop for the gameplay.”
- “This modern port is compatible with custom maps, which adds to the replayability. While the community isn't as large as others, there are indeed custom maps out there worth playing.”
- “This stays true to the original while also updating it to be more playable and watchable for modern audiences, making it an absolute must-play for anyone who enjoys shooters.”
- “One final addendum on replayability I'll throw on here that I feel needs to be mentioned is that this modern port is indeed compatible with custom maps. Granted, the Outlaws community obviously isn't nearly as big as something like the Doom, Blood, or Duke3D community, thus the level of support isn't as robust. By comparison, you have to scrounge about a bit to find custom maps for it, but they are indeed out there and worth playing.”
- “Replay value is quite high here, though in truth that's a relative point, not a concrete one. The maps are both quite unique and believable, though some points will probably irritate you a bit if you aren't acclimated to older puzzles in games and a bit of environmental storytelling.”
- “If you didn't live through the DOS, PS1, and N64 era, you are going to experience a moment of frustration on the sawmill map.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its authentic spaghetti western vibe, complemented by strong sound design that enhances the overall experience. However, some users suggest that if music and atmosphere are your primary interests, you might want to skip this version, as it mainly focuses on graphical improvements rather than enhancing those elements.
- “The story, gameplay, atmosphere, and sound design of Outlaws still hold up very well today, and is worth a play for anyone who loves 90's era PC games.”
- “The actual gunplay feels pretty good and the atmosphere is peak spaghetti western.”
- “The music and atmosphere are fantastic; if you play only for that, you can skip this version, as it only improves on graphics.”
- “But the music and atmosphere are lacking; if you're playing just for that, you can skip this version, as it only improves on graphics.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game is generally well-received, players report experiencing glitches that detract from the overall experience, and there are currently no patches available to address these issues.
- “It's a really good game, but the glitches turn me away, especially with zero patches currently.”
- “The game has potential, but frequent crashes make it frustrating to play.”
- “I love the concept, but the instability ruins the experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to challenging map puzzles and layouts that can detract from the overall experience. While the unique setting and solid weapon mechanics offer some enjoyment, the repetitive nature of certain tasks can make progression feel laborious. Overall, the game requires patience to navigate its more tedious elements, but some players believe the effort is ultimately rewarding.
- “Then it falls apart and becomes very tedious.”
- “The game is painful and pulls no punches, and some of the map puzzles and layouts are frustrating and tedious, but it's worth it if you can get past that.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is highly praised, with users reporting smooth performance, including frame rates of up to 160 fps on a 4060 graphics card.
- “The optimization is great; I can run at 160 FPS on my 4060.”
- “The game runs smoothly with excellent optimization, allowing for high frame rates even on mid-range hardware.”
- “I appreciate the optimization efforts; it really enhances the overall gaming experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find humor in the irony that the two maps they consider the worst in the game begin with strong, engaging elements, creating a comedic contrast between initial expectations and the eventual experience.
- “The funny part is that both of those maps, which I consider to be the worst in the game, start out strong.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers note a surprising absence of advertising for the game, indicating that monetization strategies may not be heavily emphasized or present.

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Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster is a action adventure game.

Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster was released on November 20, 2025.

Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster was developed by LucasArts.

Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remaster has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

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