Sherwood Extreme

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Sherwood Extreme is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing shooter game with a comedy theme. It was developed by CAGE Studios and was released on May 11, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

A co-op Crossbow Shooter with Bullet-Time Parkour! Race through levels and survival mode, chaining combos of slow-mo sniping and destruction to climb the leaderboards.

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Audience ScoreBased on 250 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and chaotic experience with engaging mechanics, including slow motion and parkour elements.
It has a whimsical art style and humorous gameplay, making it enjoyable for casual play and speedrunning.
The developers are responsive to feedback and have created a supportive community, with potential for future improvements and content.

The game is plagued with bugs and technical issues, particularly in multiplayer, which can hinder the overall experience.
Many players feel the game lacks content and variety, leading to repetitive gameplay after a short time.
Some features, such as key binding and resolution settings, are poorly implemented or missing, affecting user experience.

gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by engaging combat mechanics, intuitive level design, and a satisfying core loop that includes elements like bullet time and exploration. While many players appreciate the fun and energetic mechanics, some criticize the platforming and tutorial aspects, suggesting that improvements could enhance the overall experience. Overall, the game offers a mix of enjoyable mechanics and responsive controls, though it may require refinement in certain areas.
- “The combat mechanics are fun and never get stale, the level design is intuitive and intriguing when attempting to solve the puzzles, especially when trying to find the hidden items.”
- “The mechanics of the game allow for crazy speedruns, killing and destroying whatever you find just feels good and the levels aren't restricted to where you are supposed to go, so you can take your time and explore the beautiful levels and find some secrets.”
- “Game mechanics are engaging, spirited, and rewarding.”
- “At first I thought it was quite fun, and while it still is, the platforming is awful and mixes with the mechanics like milk with paprika; it just doesn't work.”
- “Either the platforming has to be made consistently simple (like it is in most parts of the game) or the mechanics have to be buffed to make it easier to actually get through the courses without trial and error.”
- “But be prepared to have 50 of them all just bouncing up and down full speed on a mushroom and wasting 10 minutes trying to shoot them with the awful aiming mechanics here.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally well-received, characterized by a whimsical and vibrant low-poly art style that enhances the overall gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the fun animations and the game's visual evolution, although some note that the graphics are not as polished as in other titles. Overall, while the graphics are enjoyable and contribute positively to the game, there are mixed opinions regarding their quality and the limited customization options available.
- “The graphics are fun and the gameplay is exciting and addictive!”
- “Seeing how far Sherwood has come in a relatively short period of time between the graphics and added missions and maps makes me excited for the future of the game.”
- “It's really fun and I love the animations - it's vibrant and puts a theme really well. I also feel this is a good game for low-poly graphics and does it better than many other games.”
- “This game is bad mechanically but can be improved with more effort as it has decent graphics but way too few options.”
- “Literally feels like Kogama; the graphics aren't that good.”
- “There were just two 'graphics: min/med/max' options; setting both to min didn't help.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its engaging and energizing qualities that enhance the gameplay experience. Reviewers noted that the soundtrack is impressive for a free-to-play title, with some describing it as "hype" and fitting well with the game's overall vibe. However, a few critiques mentioned that sound effects could be improved, but overall, the music stands out as a highlight.
- “I cannot believe this is a free-to-play Steam game when I look at how pretty the game is and how incredible the soundtrack is!”
- “Captivating music track is both energizing and relaxing.”
- “Sound effects and music - 3/10”
- “The voiceover gives serious Unreal Tournament vibes and the music is hilarious.”
- “Hearing the music alone made me want to keep playing.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it whimsical and consistently funny, particularly highlighting the hilarious chickens and engaging voiceovers. Many users report having a great time playing with friends, creating challenges, and enjoying the game's comedic elements, making it a standout experience. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal, earning it high ratings from players.
- “Whimsical, funny, straight up good time.”
- “And the chickens are hilarious.”
- “The voice over gives serious Unreal Tournament vibes and the music is hilarious.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game is criticized for being shallow and lacking meaningful content, with players noting that the missions feel repetitive and limited to a small number of levels. While the cooperative gameplay adds some enjoyment, the overall narrative experience is deemed unsatisfactory, leaving players wanting more depth and variety.
- “Seeing how far Sherwood has come in a relatively short period of time between the graphics and added missions and maps makes me excited for the future of the game.”
- “I played this with a friend and once we hopped into our first mission, there was a guy that was using a rapid-firing bow.”
- “Very short game and the story has no meaning whatsoever, but the gameplay was pretty fun just jumping and shooting.”
- “There's only about 10 different levels to play; then you're just doing different quests on the same 10 levels over and over.”
- “The XP bar wasn't moving up despite repeated missions.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is currently a significant issue, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, particularly in co-op mode. While many find the game enjoyable and fun, especially in short bursts with friends, the overall experience is marred by its unstable performance. Players express hope for improvements in future updates, acknowledging the game's potential despite its current state.
- “The game is decently buggy (it should be noted I exclusively played in co-op), but definitely very playable and enjoyable!”
- “Glitch fest, although I like the concept, just please fix your glitches.”
- “Has potential, but is still very buggy and the animations and models are just kind of whack.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers high replayability, particularly in cooperative mode, where players can enjoy all missions together, enhancing the experience. Additionally, the inclusion of leaderboards and challenges further encourages players to revisit levels for competitive play. Overall, it is praised as a fun and engaging game that remains enjoyable over multiple playthroughs.
- “Great game to play with a friend as all the missions in the game are playable in co-op and only make them better!”
- “It's a great low-stakes action game with a lot of replayability!”
- “Great game to play with a friend as all the missions in the game are playable co-op and only make them better!”
- “There is a leaderboard for levels and challenges for replayability.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while some players report smooth performance and minimal issues, others find it lacking, suggesting that optimization could be improved. The low-poly art style seems to contribute positively to performance for some users.
- “This game does have some bugs and there could be more when I put more hours, but it is quite optimized, at least on my PC.”
- “I had no issues with performance and I expected as much with its low-poly art style!”
- “This game does have some bugs, and there could be more when I put in more hours, but it is quite optimized, at least on my PC.”
- “I had no issues with performance, and I expected as much with its low-poly art style!”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy has been criticized as exploitative, with many users labeling the microtransactions as a blatant cash grab that detracts from the overall experience.
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
- “I appreciate that the game offers cosmetic items for purchase, but they don't affect gameplay, which keeps the experience balanced.”
- “The microtransactions are optional and reasonably priced, making it easy to support the developers without breaking the bank.”
- “The monetization is just a cash grab.”
- “The microtransactions are frustrating and feel exploitative.”
- “It's disappointing how much they rely on in-game purchases.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the game evokes strong emotional responses, likening the experience to feeling like a powerful character in a cinematic action scene, reminiscent of Keanu Reeves in "The Matrix." This heightened sense of empowerment and immersion contributes to a memorable and impactful emotional experience.
- “Time slows down for you to get these killer shots off in such a way that this game made me feel like Matrix Keanu Reeves, which is arguably the best Keanu Reeves.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's replayability, noting that it offers a satisfying experience without requiring excessive grinding.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself spending hours on repetitive tasks just to progress, which really dampened my enjoyment.”
- “The amount of grinding required to level up is frustrating and takes away from the overall experience.”