Outlaws of the Old West

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Outlaws of the Old West is a open-world survival game set in the Wild West. Create your own character and build your own town, or roam the lands as a lone wolf, hunting, trading, and fighting for survival. Join factions, complete missions, and navigate the moral complexities of frontier life in this immersive and gritty simulator.

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,560 reviews

graphics256 positive mentions

stability596 negative mentions

The game has a large and beautiful open world, providing a great environment for exploration and building.
The crafting and building systems are extensive and allow for a lot of creativity and customization.
Despite being in early access, the game is enjoyable and has a dedicated community that enhances the experience.

The game has been abandoned by the developers, with no updates or meaningful communication for an extended period.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that can significantly hinder gameplay, including issues with AI and character movement.
The lack of content and objectives makes the game feel empty and repetitive after a short period of play.

stability
616 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous players reporting a wide range of bugs and glitches that impact gameplay, including freezing, lag, and unresponsive mechanics. While some users acknowledge that such issues are typical for early access titles and express enjoyment despite the problems, many others find the game nearly unplayable due to its instability. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the game has potential, it requires substantial fixes and optimizations to improve its stability.
- “The mechanics were well thought out, the concept is amazing, and the overall gameplay really wasn't buggy at all for me.”
- “Original review from mid-2020: this game runs well for me (16GB RAM; GTX 1080 Ti), no freezes, crashes, etc. The building aspect of the game feels very much like early Ark.”
- “Runs great on best settings on my PC: i7 7700K, 16GB, GTX 1070 8GB.”
- “The game is buggy as hell and is full of cheaters, bots, and griefers.”
- “Ridiculously buggy and unpolished, the game is all but unplayable.”
- “There are some hard hitting bugs and glitches right now that are making this game virtually unplayable.”
graphics
500 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
41%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the beautiful landscapes and overall visual appeal, especially on higher-end systems. However, numerous complaints highlight significant optimization issues, graphical bugs, and a lack of polish, leading to a frustrating experience for some users. While the game shows potential with its aesthetic design, it struggles with performance and stability, particularly on lower-end hardware.
- “The graphics and scenery are amazing, you have a huge map, lots of wildlife, and the usual newbie tasks to do at first.”
- “The graphics are beautiful.”
- “The graphics are extraordinary just like the sound and it plays very smoothly.”
- “The graphics look like they are from the early 00's and it looks nothing like in the trailer.”
- “Everything about this game is utter rubbish; I mean absolutely everything, the AI pathing, the combat is clunky, and the graphics were outdated 10 years ago easily.”
- “Graphically it's just hard to look at and runs so damn bad.”
gameplay
448 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
69%
6%
The gameplay of this title has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its potential for casual and immersive experiences, particularly in crafting and building mechanics. However, numerous reports highlight significant bugs, crashes, and a lack of polish that detract from the overall experience, leading to frustrations with mechanics that feel underdeveloped compared to similar games like Ark. While some players find enjoyment in the gameplay, especially in multiplayer settings, others express disappointment over the game's stability and depth, suggesting it needs further refinement and content to fully realize its potential.
- “Although I am not surprised by some of the negative reviews, this game will fill up hours of enjoyable and relaxing casual gameplay that requires the exact right dose of ingenuity and creativity by the player.”
- “The core gameplay is solid and the building aspect of the game is far better than I expected.”
- “The gameplay is great, and I particularly like the fact that you can obtain the essentials to survival within the first couple of hours, or less, of playing a new game.”
- “Dead game full of bugs and unstable extreme lagging gameplay.”
- “This game had so much potential, but the mechanics are awful and feel very primitive compared to games like Ark.”
- “Gameplay is very buggy and there's not really much point to the game other than building all the stuff.”
optimization
276 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
57%
29%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including lag, stuttering, and low frame rates even on high-end systems. Despite the game's potential and engaging concept, the lack of updates and persistent bugs have left it feeling unpolished and frustrating to play. While some users have experienced decent performance, the overall consensus is that significant optimization is needed for a smoother gameplay experience.
- “I hope the developers optimize it for better performance.”
- “Excited to see this game developed further and optimized, good luck developers I will monitor the game from time to time!”
- “The game is early access with only 7 patches since release and already the performance on lower end machines has greatly improved which ensures me it will only get better as work continues.”
- “The game is great; however, it is not 100 percent completely optimized yet.”
- “I finally get the chance to play, and not only have I found that after all these updates, the game has still not been optimized, but it's now so laggy and glitchy that it's entirely unplayable.”
- “The game seriously needs to have some optimization done to it; the prefab buildings are a huge drain.”
grinding
238 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
5%
94%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While some find the resource gathering and crafting enjoyable and not overly tedious, others feel it can become monotonous and frustrating, especially when technical issues lead to lost progress. Overall, the game offers a balance of grinding that can be satisfying for those who enjoy survival and building mechanics, but it may require significant time investment, particularly in its current early access state.
- “The map is huge, building and crafting is solid, not too grindy, but enough to bring satisfaction upon completing personal projects.”
- “Pretty good for a survival, not too grindy until you get to a brick building.”
- “It's not too grindy so you can easily gather resources and start building some nice things pretty quickly.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Nothing to buy or find, just grinding is all you do.”
- “After days of painful and boring grinding for resources and building quite an exquisite/expensive base, my character and all his belongings vanished from one of the official servers.”
story
166 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
76%
14%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, with players expressing disappointment over the lack of quests, NPCs, and overarching narrative. Many reviewers feel that the game feels empty and lacks direction, emphasizing the need for a storyline or missions to enhance engagement and provide a sense of purpose. While some enjoy the sandbox elements, they agree that the game would greatly benefit from the addition of quests and character interactions to create a more immersive experience.
- “I think the base of the game is perfect, but it needs some more add-ins to help build a story (what happened? why are you there? why are you trying to stay alive? etc).”
- “There is a lot of potential for this to become an even more enjoyable game that will keep your interest for longer, but only if the devs implement some kind of questing system, interactive NPCs, some kind of robust character building and skill leveling system, and add items you can only obtain from quests or special bandits that make it worthwhile to try and steal it from other players (thus a legitimate reason for PvP).”
- “I know it's early access but I hope they implement some cool & fun story for it (even short), some reasons to play PvE!”
- “It's too bad they didn't want to finish it because the part they did is pretty nice, reminds me of Conan Exiles but with no story, so it feels even more empty and pointless.”
- “There are no NPCs beyond a few vendors, no quests, and nothing to fight except for the occasional bandit gang.”
- “Lacks any kind of story or quests, which is disappointing.”
monetization
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization of this game has been widely criticized, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to its abandonment and lack of support after initial sales. Reviewers express frustration over the game's unfinished state, buggy mechanics, and perceived exploitation of players, suggesting that the developers prioritize profit over quality and player experience. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, warning potential buyers to avoid the game.
- “Let me be clear, do not buy this cash grab unfinished joke of a game.”
- “I stopped playing this game well in advance of its demise as I saw the direction it was going and knew that it was just nothing but a cash grab. To me, the development seemed like a college project made by students, only content being added, no graphical improvement, no major bug fixes, just more content with bugs on top of other remaining bugs. The game as it stands today and still being sold is garbage; given time it could have been better, but that will never be. Do not buy!”
- “Game mechanics from what seems like half-implemented crafting to damage scaling issues make this nothing but a cash grab by the main company for funding other projects.”
humor
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its numerous bugs and glitches, which lead to absurd and comical situations, such as flying animals and NPCs with erratic movements. Players find amusement in the game's unfinished state, often laughing at the developers' apparent disregard for quality, as well as the hilarious interactions and mishaps that occur during gameplay. Overall, while the humor may stem from flaws, it adds a unique charm that keeps players entertained.
- “It's funny.”
- “I find it hilarious that you can jump 12 and die, but plummet off the highest mountain and run back to camp.”
- “They can actually be quite funny, like horses getting stuck in the ground or furniture floating in the air (causing a few townsfolk to believe in witches haha).”
music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
44%
9%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the immersive wild west atmosphere, with each biome featuring beautifully fitting tracks that complement the stunning scenery. While the soundtrack is generally enjoyable and avoids excessive repetition, some players noted that it can become tiresome during long loading screens. Overall, the combination of good music, sound effects, and ambient themes contributes positively to the gaming experience.
- “The world is gigantic and each biome has its own beautifully fitting music!”
- “The music is actually pleasant to listen to and it doesn't loop over and over until you're sick of it.”
- “This game also nails the 'western' environment down with its large map and ambient music.”
- “Soundtrack consists of a couple of themes that randomly turn on when you're passing a trigger area.”
- “Decent music and western sound effects.”
- “Otherwise, I love the music and the atmosphere of the game.”
atmosphere
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
23%
10%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its chill, immersive quality and authentic western theme, complemented by beautiful graphics and a large map. However, some players feel it lacks dynamic weather effects and additional environmental details, which could enhance the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, the atmosphere remains a strong point, making the game enjoyable for crafting and exploration.
- “It's a chill, atmospheric game that is fun to return to sometimes.”
- “The atmosphere is perfectly conducive to the theme.”
- “Could have been a fun game; it has a lot going for it in certain departments, and the atmosphere and pace of the game are attractive, but it falls totally flat in other areas.”
- “Needs some more props around the empty fields, maybe some abandoned cities with some loot, etc. Also, lighting is kind of weird; colors look washed out, which makes the whole atmosphere look dull.”
- “The environment, animals, and atmosphere are pretty well done.”
replayability
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find high potential for engagement, especially with role-playing experiences, others feel it lacks depth and can become boring without significant updates. Frequent updates have improved playability, but many users express a desire for more content and fixes to enhance the overall experience. Overall, it may appeal more to those interested in PvE and role-playing, while PvP enthusiasts might want to wait for further improvements.
- “High replay value.”
- “I truly feel these changes would add way more replay value and keep people engaged; otherwise, it gets boring after a bit.”
- “I wish this game would have succeeded as I really like the concept, but it seems like the devs or anyone with pull within the company don't really care what their customer base wants them to fix to make the game better and more playable.”
- “Overall, I'd say it's a good game and worth the current price, but it needs a little work to make it more playable for some.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
Character development in the game shows potential but remains underdeveloped, with many crafting options not yet impacting character progression meaningfully. While the foundational elements are present, players hope for future updates to enhance the depth and effectiveness of character skills and abilities. Overall, the initial release offers improvements over previous titles but still has significant areas needing refinement.
- “This is a game I enjoyed so much. The building options, though unfinished, have a great feel to them. The character development - well, the shell is there; it'd be good to see this worked on.”
- “Crafting is in the early stages, offering a wide variety of cooking, carpentry, metalworking, ammunition and explosives, tailoring, etc. Not all of these make full use of enhancements to character development yet (i.e., the thirty or forty cooking recipes offer no changes to stamina, skill leveling up, etc. yet, but we expect that in the future).”
- “The similarities to Ark are not surprising, considering the developers' past involvement in that game. While I do think this initial release improves on some of Ark's faults (namely UI design, character design, and player animations), there are some major weak points.”
- “Crafting is in the early stages, offering a wide variety of cooking, carpentry, metalworking, ammunition and explosives, tailoring, etc. However, not all of these make full use of enhancements to character development yet. For example, the thirty or forty cooking recipes offer no changes to stamina or skill leveling up, which is disappointing.”
- “The similarities to Ark are not surprising, considering the developers' past involvement in that game. While this initial release does improve on some of Ark's faults, such as UI design, character design, and player animations, there are regrettably some major weak points. The world design is utterly forgettable, and the randomness of prop placing leads to a lack of visual believability and readability, which is extremely disappointing in a wild west game.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the emotional experience of the game is currently hindered by unresolved issues and rushed content updates, leading to a lack of a wholesome experience. Many users express frustration and recommend against the game until these problems are addressed.

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