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 3,280 reviews

graphics128 positive mentions

stability298 negative mentions

The game has a beautiful open world with a vast map to explore.
The crafting and building systems are extensive and enjoyable.
The game offers a unique Wild West experience with various activities like hunting, farming, and building towns.

The game has been abandoned by the developers, with no updates or support for a long time.
There are numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as character movement issues and AI problems.
The player base is very low, making multiplayer experiences lackluster and often empty.

stability
308 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 issues with AI and building mechanics. While some users acknowledge that such problems are typical for early access titles and express enjoyment despite the instability, many others find the experience frustrating and unplayable at times. Overall, the consensus is that while the game has potential, it requires substantial improvements in stability and optimization to enhance the player experience.
- “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.”
- “This game is a buggy mess.”
graphics
250 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 high-end systems. However, numerous complaints highlight issues such as graphical bugs, poor optimization, 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 landscapes are beautiful.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, the challenge is great, and the amount of time you can put into this game is just tremendous.”
- “The graphics are gorgeous, the game-play can be repetitive but fun, and the environment is fun to watch around you.”
- “It's not pretty, and there are bugs everywhere: collision bugs, graphic bugs, NPCs that are only there to decorate badly.”
- “The graphics look like they're from the early 00s and it looks nothing like in the trailer.”
- “Awful graphics.”
gameplay
224 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
69%
6%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its casual and immersive aspects, particularly the building and crafting mechanics reminiscent of titles like Ark and Conan Exiles. However, numerous reports highlight significant bugs, crashes, and performance issues that detract from the overall experience, leading to frustration among players. While the game shows potential and offers hours of exploration and creativity, it requires further refinement and stability to fully realize its promise.
- “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 fun, maybe a bit lacking in PvE, but early access means that this is to be expected; Rome wasn't built in a day and early access games weren't completed in a week.”
- “Dead game full of bugs and unstable extreme lagging gameplay.”
- “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.”
- “The building mechanics are terrible and the overall graphics are bad.”
optimization
138 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 contribute to a frustrating experience, leading many to recommend waiting for significant improvements before purchasing. Overall, the consensus is that the game is poorly optimized and requires substantial work to become playable for a broader audience.
- “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 very well optimized with minor bugs that are common to early access.”
- “The game needed serious performance updates.”
- “This game has terrible optimization, despite the fact that the graphics don't look impressive in 2019-2020.”
- “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.”
grinding
119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
3%
94%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While some appreciate the balance of resource gathering and crafting, noting that it isn't excessively tedious compared to other survival games, others find it repetitive and time-consuming, especially when technical issues lead to lost progress. Overall, the game offers a satisfying grind for those who enjoy building and farming, but it may frustrate players who prefer a more streamlined experience.
- “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
83 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).”
- “If the devs can introduce quests and other reasons to progress in the game, along with some interesting NPC locations, then this game could make one of the prettiest and most engrossing open-world games on the market.”
- “I just wish there was a story to follow or objectives.”
- “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.”
- “Lacks any kind of story or quests, which is disappointing.”
- “There are no quests in this game, and there is no story.”
monetization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization aspect of the game has been heavily criticized, with many users labeling it as a "cash grab" due to its abandonment and lack of support from developers. Reviews indicate that the game was initially promising but devolved into a poorly executed project that continues to be sold despite being unfinished and buggy. Overall, players express frustration over misleading advertising and the perception that the developers are prioritizing profit over quality and player experience.
- “This game had a lot of potential at the start and then over time I saw the reviews of this game go from positive to mixed and now to negative. It's such a shame how they abandoned this project without warning, at this point it's just a cash grab for them to still have some backup income.”
- “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.”
- “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. The development seemed like a college project made by students, with no graphical improvement, no major bug fixes, just more content with bugs on top of other remaining bugs.”
humor
23 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 shortcomings, often laughing at the poorly executed mechanics and the ridiculous scenarios that arise during gameplay. While the humor is unintentional, it adds a layer of entertainment, making the experience enjoyable despite the game's flaws.
- “You can also spin them while in midair to land some pretty hilarious tricks with your horse.”
- “I find it hilarious that you can jump 12 feet and die, but plummet off the highest mountain and run back to camp.”
- “It's funny watching the bandits jump and run about.”
music
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the immersive experience, with each biome featuring beautifully fitting tracks that evoke a strong "wild west" atmosphere. While the soundtrack is generally enjoyable and complements the stunning scenery, some players noted that repetitive themes can become tiresome during long loading times. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's ambiance, making exploration and building more enjoyable.
- “The world is gigantic and each biome has its own beautifully fitting music!”
- “The game had so much potential and beautiful scenery, music, and themes.”
- “The music is actually pleasant to listen to and it doesn't loop over and over until you're sick of it.”
- “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
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
13%
20%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its chill, immersive qualities and authentic western vibe, complemented by beautiful graphics and a large map. However, some players feel it lacks dynamic weather effects and environmental details, which could enhance the experience. Overall, while the atmosphere is a strong point, there are suggestions for improvement to make it even more engaging.
- “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, the lighting is kind of weird, and the colors look washed out, which makes the whole atmosphere look dull.”
- “The environment, animals, and atmosphere are pretty well done.”
replayability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
33%
Replayability for this game is mixed; while some players find high potential for engagement, especially in role-playing scenarios, others feel it lacks depth and can become boring without regular updates or community involvement. The game's early access status means it has bugs and balance issues that can affect playability, but ongoing developer support and updates are promising for future improvements. Overall, it may appeal more to those interested in PvE and role-playing rather than competitive PvP.
- “High replay value”
- “Overall, I'd say it's a good game and worth the current price but needs a little work to make it more playable for some.”
- “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
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
Character development in the game shows promise but remains underdeveloped, with many crafting options not yet impacting character progression significantly. While the foundation is present, players hope for future updates to enhance the depth and impact of skills and abilities. Overall, the initial release offers improvements over similar games but still has notable weaknesses in world design.
- “This is a game I enjoyed so much; the building options, though unfinished, have a great feel to them. The character development - well, the foundation is there, and it would 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 to see 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, but we expect that to improve 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, such as UI design, character design, and player animations, there are regrettably some major weak points. The world design is utterly forgettable, and while some vistas look good thanks to UE4's lighting and volumetric effects, the randomness of prop placement and the lack of visual believability and readability are extremely disappointing in a wild west game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that players are currently dissatisfied with the game's emotional impact, citing unresolved issues that detract from a wholesome experience. Many feel that the developers should prioritize fixing these problems over releasing new content to enhance the emotional engagement of the game.