West Game

West Game is a strategy game set in the Old West, boasting a good plot, sensational mechanics, phenomenal visuals, and humor. However, it features extensive grinding, excessive advertisements, and is plagued by bugs. The game describes itself as an Old West theme SLG game, delivering an immersive experience in the Wild West.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

71%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics273 positive mentions

monetization364 negative mentions

Fun and engaging gameplay with a strong community aspect.
Great graphics and a unique western theme that sets it apart from other games.
Offers opportunities to progress without spending money, though spending can accelerate growth.

Pay-to-win mechanics make it difficult for free players to compete against those who spend money.
Long wait times for upgrades and research can lead to frustration and boredom.
Frequent attacks from higher-level players can wipe out progress, making it hard to enjoy the game.

monetization
446 mentions
6 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
82 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players criticizing the misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the gameplay. Users report being bombarded with in-app purchase prompts and excessive ads, which often detract from the experience, leading to perceptions of the game as a cash grab. While some players note that progress can be made without spending money, the overall sentiment is that the game heavily incentivizes in-app purchases, making it difficult to advance without spending real money.
- “The reward system is pretty cool; it's not a pay-to-win kind of game. Granted, you can progress farther and faster with some in-app purchases, but if you have a little patience and log in some time playing, you don't need to make purchases to advance.”
- “In-app purchases are reasonably priced and truly beneficial.”
- “They definitely try to hustle you with paid in-app purchases at every turn, but you can ignore those and still play the game and succeed.”
- “By making it so difficult to level up heroes, upgrade buildings, train troops, and research items, the game forces you into making in-app purchases to speed up the process.”
- “The game is nothing like the ads, but fortunately it is better.”
- “The advertisements for this game are not what the game is.”
graphics
417 mentions
65 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and aesthetic appeal, particularly in relation to the wild west theme. However, some users criticize the graphics as outdated or inconsistent with promotional materials, noting issues like lag and a lack of detail in certain areas. Overall, while many find the graphics enjoyable and well-executed, there are significant calls for improvements and updates to enhance the visual experience.
- “The graphics are beautiful and well done.”
- “I have played similar games before, but the detail, and the graphics are amazing, the right music background, attention to detail of the old west history, impress me, overall great game.”
- “Great graphics, easy to pick up and grow after tutorials, and has been difficult to put down cause there is so much to do and having fun also.”
- “The graphics are very poor.”
- “Ugly graphics and interface make it feel like a knockoff of something better, especially combined with its clunky controls and slow menus.”
- “The graphics are ugly, gameplay is boring and the tutorial is 200 years long.”
gameplay
254 mentions
34 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its engaging mechanics and social interaction elements, but also highlighting issues such as slow progression, repetitive tasks, and a lack of variety. While some appreciate the strategic aspects and upgrades, others criticize the pay-to-win model and misleading advertisements that do not accurately represent the actual gameplay experience. Overall, the game offers a familiar kingdom-building experience, but it may not stand out significantly from similar titles in the genre.
- “Very engaging and imaginative gameplay, competitive, with always something to work on, especially nowadays with upgrades.”
- “Great gameplay, constant improvements and the ability to craft bonuses and buffs, but dang the wait times to build things are insane.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and easy to follow, yet remains a challenge.”
- “States are kind of empty and the battle mechanics are extremely primitive: you have 100 infantry, I send 101 archers and win.”
- “Gameplay is nothing close to what was advertised.”
- “The gameplay is totally different from what is being advertised.”
stability
201 mentions
2 % positive mentions
3 % neutral mentions
95 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of glitches, freezes, and crashes, particularly during events and after updates. While some players note that the developers are responsive and occasionally fix issues, many express frustration over the persistent nature of these problems, which can lead to lost progress and resources. Overall, the game's stability is seen as a major drawback, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “The engine runs smooth, and I found no glitches!”
- “This is a fairly new game and so I hope improvements will come, but I've experienced no glitches at all and that makes it really fun to play.”
- “Game is very sound with little to no glitches.”
- “The new update is working well... upon the latest update, the game keeps freezing up and glitches every five minutes for me.”
- “Game constantly freezes, crashes and glitches.”
- “Too many glitches and stupid errors that could easily be fixed.”
story
126 mentions
33 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's story is often described as engaging but lacking depth, with many players appreciating the immersive graphics and multiple quests that keep gameplay interesting. However, some users feel the narrative is repetitive and simplistic, with a desire for more character variety and a richer storyline. Overall, while the quests and missions provide entertainment, many reviewers express a need for a more substantial and interactive story experience.
- “Fantastic feel and story immersion.”
- “Great game, great storyline and graphics.”
- “Interesting game with a unique set of storylines is a great way to spend time and relax.”
- “I wish there was a more elaborate story behind the game and a bigger variety of characters.”
- “This game was just another generic build and conquer grind game, with one-dimensional characters, no story, and ridiculous build times.”
- “No story behind it, needs to be more interactive.”
grinding
71 mentions
4 % positive mentions
-3 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, particularly at higher levels where resource management and building upgrades become time-consuming. Many players express frustration with the need to perform repetitive tasks, such as individually using resources or opening gifts, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some find the game enjoyable as a time-waster, the consensus is that it can become boring and overly grindy, especially for those unwilling to spend money to progress faster.
- “I love this game! It's free to play and easy to keep up with, no grinding required.”
- “The grinding in this game feels rewarding and satisfying, making every effort worthwhile.”
- “I appreciate how the game balances grinding with fun gameplay, keeping me engaged without feeling overwhelmed.”
- “Incredibly tedious and almost made me rage quit.”
- “Make no mistake, if you don't put the time in, this game becomes tedious and boring.”
- “Very boring, repetitive, and too much grinding.”
music
28 mentions
32 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the soothing and thematic old west soundtrack, while others find it bland, repetitive, and annoying, especially due to the inability to turn it off during forced tutorials. Many users enjoy the graphics and overall atmosphere, but the soundtrack's lack of variety and its interference with other music apps have drawn criticism. Overall, while some players find the music enhances their experience, others feel it detracts from gameplay.
- “I love the music, soothing.”
- “Interesting game with nice graphics and pleasant music.”
- “I love the setting in the old west in addition to the music.”
- “It looks bland and not a single character or feature feels unique or put in with care, basic quality of life features locked behind 'VIP' levels, all troops are injured if you lose a battle which makes getting 'zeroed' way too easy, and finally, there's an atrocious soundtrack that feels ripped out of every generic wild west themed game ever.”
- “Can't turn the music off because you're stuck in a never-ending, forced tutorial with no choices.”
- “The music became sickening to hear not only for me but for everyone in my home.”
humor
23 mentions
96 % positive mentions
-9 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it hilarious and engaging, particularly enjoying the voice acting and quirky scenarios like saving townsfolk from bandits. However, some users feel that the humor doesn't always align with the gameplay experience, citing issues with ads and game balance that detract from the fun. Overall, while the game has its funny moments, it also faces criticism for inconsistencies and frustrations that can overshadow the comedic elements.
- “Some supplies come in by train (realistic looking) and some by saving town folk from bandits (funny).”
- “Can't hardly put it down some nights laughing; it's a great game worth trying out.”
- “Also, the male voice acting is hilarious.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat; it's more cringeworthy than funny.”
- “I expected some laughs, but the jokes are stale and poorly executed.”
- “The attempts at humor feel forced and often miss the mark entirely.”
optimization
10 mentions
50 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while many players report smooth performance and enjoyable gameplay, there are notable issues with network optimization and certain features that require improvement. Suggestions for enhancements include bulk actions for resource management and quest completion, indicating that while the game is entertaining, it could benefit from further tweaks to enhance user experience.
- “For its age, this game is very entertaining and it runs smoothly most of the time.”
- “Many small optimizations should be made, like being able to add 1000 resources at a time and autocomplete all alliance and daily quests instead of one at a time. Other than that, it's a very good game.”
- “Amazing graphics and smooth performance.”
- “If it wasn't so poorly optimized, I'd give it more stars.”
- “Really pathetic network optimization.”
- “Fun but could use some feature optimization.”
emotional
5 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game's scenarios, highlighting a sense of nostalgia and wholesomeness reminiscent of classic westerns. However, some find the gameplay repetitive and tedious, leading to frustration rather than engagement. Overall, the emotional responses range from amusement to boredom, reflecting a divided experience.
- “Some get emotional, I laugh!”
- “Very wholesome scenarios reminiscent of the exciting westerns!”
atmosphere
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its fun and competitive nature, fostering a sense of community within alliances and legions. Players appreciate the engaging battles and the motivation to improve, although the rebuilding phase can be less enjoyable. Overall, it creates an addictive and enjoyable environment for players.
- “The atmosphere of being in a legion is fun.”
- “Absolutely love this game, great family atmosphere within the alliances, the battles are so much fun, the rebuilding afterwards not so much but it does instill the urge to do better.”
- “Most addictive game of this variety, amazing people and fun atmosphere.”
character development
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is criticized for its mediocre visuals and audio, as well as poor character design, which is further marred by instances of racism both in the portrayal of characters and among players.
- “Mediocre visuals, audio, and character design.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the game’s high replayability, indicating that it offers numerous opportunities for varied experiences and enjoyment upon multiple playthroughs.
- “This game offers a tremendous amount of replay value.”
- “The variety of choices and outcomes makes each playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “I keep coming back for more because there are so many different paths to explore.”