Wacky West

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Wacky West is a single player action game. It was developed by OnlyStuff and was released on August 26, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Wacky West is a roguelite set in a harsh post-apocalyptic Wild West where you fight mutants and zombies to survive. Collect materials, craft powerful weapons, and upgrade your gear while battling tough bosses. Your ultimate goal is to rescue your kidnapped kitten, your only companion in this dangerous world.

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Single-Player

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

grinding7 negative mentions

Fun little time sink with enjoyable gameplay and a solid upgrade system.
Completely free with no in-game transactions, providing several hours of amusement.
Great graphics and mechanics, making it a well-made game that exceeds expectations for a free title.

Game can feel grindy and repetitive, especially after the initial stages.
Some technical issues and optimization problems that can hinder the experience.
Lack of depth in gameplay and limited replayability, with some players finding it boring over time.

gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay features endless running and auto-attacks reminiscent of classic arcade styles, combined with upgrade mechanics similar to "Vampire Survivors." While the core mechanics and graphics are praised for their quality, the lack of meaningful level design and narrative progression, along with technical issues, detracts from the overall experience. Despite these shortcomings, the gameplay remains smooth and engaging, with effective environmental audio.
- “Aside from that, everything else is very good—graphics, sounds, and gameplay are all very well done.”
- “Smooth gameplay.”
- “The developer chose not to do the job of a real game developer and create meaningful bespoke levels, narrative-based gameplay progression, and so on.”
- “While it's a good attempt at what it does, it has too many technical and mechanical issues to pull it into a recommended category.”
- “Gameplay consists of endless running down a Space Invaders-like street while bullet helling through enemies with your auto-attacks, and picking up Vampire Survivors-like upgrades.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, especially after a few hours of play, but many appreciate the learning curve it offers. While some consider it acceptable for a free game, others suggest that it’s best enjoyed in shorter sessions to avoid fatigue. Overall, the grinding is seen as a mixed but integral part of the experience.
- “Kinda grindy and luck-based, but okay for a free game.”
- “It's grindy if you want to level everything up, but there is some variation in the levels.”
- “Gets a bit grindy, so it's probably best played in short stints.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics are consistently praised as great, contributing positively to the game's immersive experience. Players appreciate the visual quality alongside solid gameplay mechanics and effective environmental audio.
- “Aside from that, everything else is very good—graphics, sounds, and gameplay are all very well done.”
- “Great graphics and game mechanics.”
- “The graphics were great though I muted the music while playing (no comment on that) but the audio for environmental effects and gameplay work fine & fit the theme.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Replayability is limited, as players primarily have the option to experiment with different perks to alter their gameplay experience.
- “The replayability is impressive, as each playthrough allows you to focus on different perks, significantly changing your gameplay experience.”
- “I love how replayability is built into the game; experimenting with various perks keeps each session fresh and exciting.”
- “The game offers great replayability, encouraging players to explore different strategies and playstyles with each new run.”
- “Replayability isn't very high so far; the only thing you can do is focus on different perks, which change how you play.”
- “The game lacks significant replay value, as the variations in gameplay are minimal and don't offer a fresh experience.”
- “Once you've completed the main objectives, there's little incentive to return, making replayability quite low.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has been widely criticized, with users describing it as a poorly executed experience that resembles an asset flip, indicating significant performance issues and a lack of polish.
- “Horribly optimized mess that feels like an asset flip.”
- “The game runs poorly on even high-end systems, making it frustrating to play.”
- “Frequent frame drops and long loading times ruin the overall experience.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game is positively received, with users noting that it effectively delivers on the promises made by mobile ads, making it a standout experience in comparison to typical mobile game advertising.
- “Just like the ads you get on your phone, but this one really delivers.”
- “It's the game mobile ads have lied to you about, but this one is real.”
- “Mobile game ads dream come true, I love it.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the graphics received praise, the music itself did not leave a strong impression, leading some players to mute it during gameplay. However, the environmental audio and sound effects were noted as fitting well with the game's theme.