WESTSLINGERS
- August 20, 2017
- Tailwind Games
Get on SteamWestSlingers is a single-player real-time tactics game set in the wild west. Players form their own gang, recruit outlaws, and complete missions using devious tactics and careful planning. With a focus on line-of-sight, timing, and building control, players must navigate 24 objective-based missions, securing buildings and leveraging their gang members' talents to succeed. The game offers the ability to replay missions to improve scores and earn experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers fun and engaging tactical gameplay with a variety of missions that can be approached in multiple ways.
- Players appreciate the ability to pause the game to strategize, making it easier to plan out actions and coordinate attacks.
- Despite being abandoned by the developer, the game still provides a satisfying experience with potential for modding and replayability.
- The game is relatively short, with many players feeling it doesn't justify its price due to the limited playtime.
- Development has ceased, leaving the game feeling unfinished and lacking promised updates and features.
- Some players have experienced bugs, such as freezing on certain levels, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- story38 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 76 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The game's story is primarily delivered through a series of streamlined missions that lack strong narrative connections, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics and strategy. Players appreciate the challenge of mastering each mission, which features unique objectives and the potential for varied approaches, though some feel that the absence of real "permadeath" diminishes the significance of larger gangs. Overall, while the missions are engaging and replayable, the narrative depth is limited, leading to a more tactical than story-driven experience.
“Each mission can be played differently multiple times - I really liked this aspect.”
“Overall the game is fun and challenging; each mission has unique objectives and calls for a different approach. Team members get unique talents and random nicknames (you can't choose talents though - it looks random).”
“Because of the quality AI, every run is somewhat different, so it's actually really fun to play a mission over and over to squeeze the best time out.”
“The story is very streamlined, boiling down to just mission after mission.”
“There are only brief mission descriptions that don't link together, making it hard to feel invested in the narrative.”
“On normal difficulty, the game is not particularly challenging; I completed the campaign losing only 2 gang members while using the same 4 gang members for most missions.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
Gameplay is characterized by a challenging yet rewarding mechanic of securing buildings, encouraging varied strategic choices across levels. While some controls and core mechanics may not be immediately clear, the introduction of character talents adds depth and enjoyment to the experience. Overall, the game offers a non-frustrating combat system reminiscent of titles like RimWorld, with potential for further improvement through promised updates.
“Clearing buildings is tough enough that the 'secure buildings to get an advantage' mechanic gives a good risk/reward temptation, and I usually end up making different choices on each level (though I do crave that saloon advantage...).”
“Non-frustration gameplay, and if the developer carries out his promises for the updates, I'll definitely have another crack at this game.”
“My biggest complaint is that some of the controls and mechanics weren't obvious at first.”
“If you like the combat in games like RimWorld, then think of this as a set of scripted missions using that sort of gameplay.”
“I still need to figure out some of the core mechanics, but you can find my first impressions here.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their unique art style, blending elements reminiscent of titles like RimWorld and Frozen Synapse, resulting in a fun and visually engaging experience. Players describe the visuals as cute and detailed, akin to a more refined version of Prison Architect, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
“I've just started this game and I really like the art style and direction of the game.”
“Cross Frozen Synapse with RimWorld style graphics, add in some Django Unchained and strip everything else and you get this fun, bloody little game.”
“- Cutesy flash-type graphics (think zoomed in, more detailed Prison Architect).”
“- cutesy flash type graphics (think zoomed in, more detailed Prison Architect)”
- replayability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players acknowledge a certain level of replayability in the game, particularly due to its length, but express a desire for future updates, specifically non-campaign or sandbox modes, to enhance this aspect further. Overall, while replayability exists, there is room for improvement.
“There is, of course, an element of replayability, but I'm hoping that the non-campaign/sandbox update will improve this.”
“In terms of game length and replayability, I definitely think it's there.”
- humor2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features humorous real-time tactics set in the Wild West, combining strategic gameplay with comedic elements. Players can pause the action, adding a unique twist to the humor and tactics. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect that enhances the gaming experience.
“A hilarious real-time tactics game set in the wild west that keeps you laughing while you strategize.”
“This game combines humor and strategy in a unique way, making every tactical decision a fun experience.”
“The wild west setting adds a comedic twist to the real-time tactics gameplay, resulting in endless laughs.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been reported to experience stability issues, particularly with frequent freezing during the last level, which has affected the overall enjoyment for some players.
“I enjoyed this game; however, it might just be for me, but the last level freezes every time. Is anyone else having the same issue?”
